Title of the Session:SLCS- Samaaj Seva – an Extension program on- “Kargil Vijay Diwas-Rally”.
Organizer (Department / Club / Cell/ Committee / Association) Marine Catering and Hotel Management
Date : 26.7.2022 Time:2.30 P.M
Mode of the Session : Physical Venue: Valayankulam, Madurai
Theme(If Applicable) : Extension Activity
Objective(s) of the activity:

·        To make students aware of these celebrations in order to evoke nationalism and patriotism through nationwide campaign, especially among youth.

·        To remember the supreme sacrifice made by our brave soldiers, to uphold and safeguard the integrity of the nation and to pay homage to the valiant soldiers.

·        Students, the future of nation, must know about such an important event in India.

Key Highlights:

Kargil Vijay Diwas, is celebrated on July 26, every year to mark the historic day; when India conquered Pakistan in the Kargil War that occurred in 1999.As a tribute to this occasion, the Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized a Kargil Vijay Diwas -Rally”, to create awareness among the rural community. Five faculty members and 34 students from the MC&HM and FS|&PM actively participated in this program. The students carried posters and banners with slogans.

Outcome(s) of the activity:

Students were able to imbibe,

·         Capability of defense services of India

·         Calls for a celebration to not only win a military conflict, but also establish Indian sophistication in modern warfare and diplomacy.

·         A revisit to the war and showcasing of the indomitable spirit, unflinching dedication and selfless service displayed by soldiers.

Participants Details:

v  Total No. of students participated: 34

v  Total No. of staff (Teaching / Non-Teaching) participated: 4