A
Faculty Development Program (FDP) on the topic _“Executive Stress and Work-Life
Balance”_ was successfully organized at Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya (HMV),
Jalandhar, under the guidance of Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla. The program was
conducted in collaboration with MIT World Peace University, Pune, and courtesy
of the college’s Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Cell of the college. The event
began with the DAV Gaan. As per college tradition, the guests were welcomed by
presenting a green planter and a memento. The program commenced with a welcome
address by Program Convener and In-charge of the IKS Cell, Dr. Ramnita Saini
Sharda. She extended a warm welcome to the chief speaker, outlined the
program’s agenda, and highlighted the relevance of the topic in the present
time. On this occasion, Dean Youth Welfare Dr. Navroop, Dean Innovation &
IQAC In-charge Dr. Anjana Bhatia, and Program Co-Convener Dr. Shaveta Chauhan
were also present. The chief speaker for the event was Mr. Akash Arvind Homkar,
Assistant Professor at MIT-WPU. In his lecture, he elaborated on rising
workplace stress, its impacts, and the importance of a balanced lifestyle. He
also made participants aware of practical measures for stress management, time
management, mental health, and the importance of positive thinking. He also
held a practical discussion on “Meditation for Detox and Discipline.” The
objective of the program was to motivate teachers to maintain balance between
their professional and personal lives and to familiarize them with effective
strategies. Faculty members present described the session as highly informative
and inspiring. Organized under the guidance of Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla, the
program provided teachers with new direction to become more effective and
balanced in their work sphere. In her message, Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla said
that in today’s competitive and busy life, topics like _“Executive Stress and
Work-Life Balance”_ are extremely relevant. She stated that maintaining
teachers’ mental and emotional balance is important not only for their personal
lives but also impacts the quality of their teaching. The stage was
successfully compered by Mrs. Protima Mander. In the end, Program Co-Convener
Dr. Shaveta Chauhan proposed the vote of thanks to the chief speaker and
expressed commitment to organizing more such enlightening programs in the
future.
