Zoology Department under DBT Star Scheme organized
an Awareness Campaign on ‘World Cancer Day, under the able guidance of
Principal Dr. (Mrs.) Ajay Sareen to educate students and faculty members about
cancer prevention, early detection, and the importance of spreading awareness.
The event featured poster-making, slogan writing competitions, and an
online quiz. Additionally,
to symbolize solidarity with cancer fighters and survivors, badges with
different coloured ribbons representing various types of cancer were
distributed among the students and faculty members. Participants showcased
their creativity and knowledge, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis,
lifestyle changes, and cancer awareness through visually appealing posters and
impactful slogans. The event successfully instilled a sense of responsibility
among students to spread awareness and advocate for cancer prevention in
society. Principal Dr. (Mrs.) Ajay
Sareen appreciated the initiative and encouraged the students to actively participate in such
awareness programs. Dr. Seema
Marwaha, Dean Academics and Head of Zoology Department congratulated the
students for their efforts in contributing to global cancer awareness,
reinforcing the World Cancer Day-2025 theme "United by Unique". The posters and slogans were adjudged
by Dr. Saloni Sharma, HOD, PG Department of Physics and Dr. Anjana Bhatia, HOD,
PG Department of Botany. The campaign concluded with the acknowledgment
of winners and e-certificates to
all the participants. Mrs. Deepshikha, Incharge Faculty of Sciences and HOD, PG
Department of Chemistry, and Assistant Professors Mr.
Sushil, Ms. Harpreet Kaur and Dr. Simmi were also present on this occasion. Dr.
Sakshi Verma and Mr. Ravi Kumar, Assistant Professors in Zoology Department
were the conveners. Mr. Sachin from Lab assisted in making all arrangements for
the event.
