NSS and the Red Ribbon Club in collaboration with the Spark and Speaker’s Committee of S.S.S.S. College of Commerce for Women, Amritsar, organized a debate and declamation contest on August 14, 2025, to celebrate Independence Day. The allowed students reflected on and articulated their views on the Independent India over the past 78 years.
A total of 19 students from various courses participated, showcasing their oratory skills on topics related to patriotism. The event was judged by professors of SSSS College of Commerce and Allied Studies, Mrs. Khushi Kapoor (Assistant Professor of English), Mr. Akashbir Singh (Assistant Professor of Punjabi), and Ms. Sukhvinder Kaur (Alumni of SSSS College of Commerce for Women currently serving as IPDRR and Director (events) Rotary International District Events). Director S. Jagdish Singh Ji congratulated everyone on the joyous occasion, while Principal Dr. Navdeep Kaur addressed the students, offering valuable insights on Consumerism, mindless imitation, fear of judgement, immersion into the digital world and the mindset of avoiding discomfort.
Ruhani Nanda (B.Com-2) and Arpita (B.Com-1) secured the first position in the debate. Ridhima (B.CA – 2) won the first prize and Unique Kaur (B.Com FS- 2) won the second prize, and Manvi (B.Com- 3) earned the third position. Navroop (11th class) and Jaspreet Kaur (B. Com -2) received a consolation prize in declamation contest.
Ms. Deepika Khanna and Dr. Jaspinder the conductor of the event, congratulated all winners for their thought-provoking contributions. Mrs. Dilpreet Kaur and Ms. Mamta Arora coordinated the entire event.