Voyager 2019 - 2020 H.R. College of Commerce & Economics RECOGNITIONS Award by ‘A’ GRADE WITH National CGPA OF 3.72 Assessment & Accreditation ON A 4 POINT SCALE Council Award By University COLLEGE WITH Grants POTENTIAL FOR EXCELLENCE Commission, New Delhi Award by Indian MOST EMERGING Education HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTE Network Awards for Excellence in OF THE YEAR Education Award by INNOVATION AWARD 2015 The Higher GRADUATE COLLEGE: Education COMMERCE Forum (HEF) Award By BEST COLLEGE AWARD University 2010-2011 of Mumbai HASSARAM RIJHUMAL COLLEGE OF COMMERCE & ECONOMICS Affiliated to the University of Mumbai I/C Principal Mr. Parag Thakkar Vice-Principals Degree College Degree College Junior College Dr. Pooja Ramchandani Dr. Rajeshwari Ravi Ms. Laju Sharma Librarian Superintendent Admin. Dr. Madhuri Tikam Ms. Jyoti Govindani Editor Graphic Design Dr. Paromita Chakrabarti Ms Kamni Bahl www.hrcollege.edu 1 Contents 1 About Us 3 From the Desk of the I/C Principal 4 From the Editor’s Desk 5 Present Trustees H(S)NC Board 6 “Strategic Planning Sessions” for the HSNC Board Institutions 10 Diamond Jubilee Celebrations 17 Academics 51 Beyond Academics 85 Lectures | Seminars | Workshops 121 Social Initiatives 162 Student Enrichment 209 Articles & Student Stories 215 Our Achievers Diamond Jubilee Celebrations 2 From the Desk of the I/C Principal As we prepare to begin academic year 2020-21, I want to pause and reflect on the tremendous challenge that this year has been for all of us. The trials and tribulations of a year that has seen one of the most unprecedented events of our shared history in contemporary times, has made us aware of how uncertain the future is, but also how important it is to be best prepared for change. For all the students who will start their second and third year of undergraduate study, I welcome them all and I want to assure them that we shall do our best to help them pursue their ambitions and realize their potential. The college is very proud to have extremely dedicated and hardworking faculty who are the pillars of this institution. Nurturing creativity and inspiring innovation are two key elements of a successful education. H.R. College of Commerce & Economics firmly believes in the Mr. Parag Thakkar philosophy of developing young minds who will become future leaders of our I/C Principal nation and responsible citizens of the world. The college has always attracted the best and the most dedicated of students, who have done extremely well not only in academic performance, but also in extra-curricular activities. Our graduates have made the most of the numerous opportunities that the college provided them with and have made a mark in their respective fields as leaders and as well-rounded professionals. They have achieved recognition and flourished in their careers. Harnessing the creative energies of the academic and student community, H.R. College inspires faculty and students to do their best, and realize their full potential. This institution believes that undergraduate study and postgraduate research must be connected to both individual and collective experiences, foster community values, produce engaged critical students, and expand and deepen democratic public life. Providing a holistic educational environment, H.R. College pushes students to hone their talents and actively encourages and Education is not promotes participation in co-curricular and extracurricular activities such as in preparation for life; cultural events, sports, management, finance and advertising. Our students have consistently excelled in academics each year with students securing merit education is life itself. rankings at the university exams. - John Dewey At H.R. College our goal is to pursue global standards of excellence in teaching- learning, extension activities and research endeavours through capacity building quality initiatives. The college has continued to organize several significant activities in various disciplines and areas of interest. The college signed several MOU's and collaborated with industry and research organizations to enhance experiential learning and professionalism. We are also committed to engage with international bodies and institutions and continue and expand our faculty and student exchange programmes. We are also very pleased to have a vibrant alumni network and thank the alumni for their continuous support and assistance to the college. We shall continue to engage with philanthropic endeavours and encourage our faculty and students to go out in the communities and serve the people, making a difference to their lives and spread the message of goodwill and co-operation. At H.R. College, we want our students of today to become leaders of tomorrow. These are students who I believe will contribute to the growth and development of our nation and strengthen our resolve to build H.R. College into a world class institution. I wish all the students the very best. 3 From the Editor’s Desk 2019-2020 has been a year of reckoning. Little did we know that our world would change forever. The coronavirus pandemic has gripped the world and slowly we are beginning to fathom the depth and intensity of the scourge. However, it didn't begin this way. At the start of our academic calendar in June 2019 life offered some certainty, we knew where we were headed and what we needed to do in order to fulfil our goals and meet our objectives. The academic year began with a lot of activities and all the usual rounds of excitement of new classes, new batch of students, Dr. Paromita Chakrabarti orientation, investiture programmes that mark the start of the calendar. Our students learnt so much, experienced the joy of giving, participated in multiple activities and competitions, grew in confidence, showcased their talents and immersed themselves in college life. Our faculty continued to excel in their work, publish papers, participate in refreshers, short-term courses, seminars, conferences and involved themselves in academic work for the university. Faculty commitment to student learning and welfare have always been a strength and this year we began on a high note of motivation and inspiration. This is our Diamond Jubilee year. 60 years have gone by and the college has grown in leaps and bounds making a huge name for itself in the academic community not just in Mumbai and Maharashtra but also in the country. We did A well-educated celebrate our Diamond Jubilee with great fanfare at the NCPA in January 2020 and made a promise to keep the flag of our beloved institution flying high. mind will always Although the virus gripped us and made us immobile from March 2020, we have more questions managed to shift our activities online, thus remaining relevant and connected to than answers. our students, teachers and the wider academic community. As editor of Voyager, I must thank everyone who offered their support and -Hellen Keller encouragement, wish the very best to those students who are going to be taking their final year exams and to the new batch of First Year students who will join us soon, I offer my warm welcome. Let us just end with those famous words: “In the presence of trouble, some buy crutches, others grow wings.” These are troubled times but we at HR shall not be discouraged or disheartened; we will continue to ask questions, seek answers, journey to the unknown, explore new avenues and above all grow wings and soar. Dr. Paromita Chakrabarti Editor 4 Present Trustees H(S)NC Board Mr. Kishu Mansukhani Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani President IPP & Trustee Mr. Kishu Mansukhani, after a dream Leading entrepreneur and educationist, career as CEO with the Tata Group, has the man responsible for transforming the devoted himself to the promotion of skyline of Mumbai, brings a fine sense of Sindhi culture and language and has balance and creativity into the function- inspired all the Colleges to take this up ing of Board. with a missionary zeal. Mr. Anil Harish Mr. Lal Chellaram Past President & Trustee Trustee Mr. Anil Harsih, one of the most sought Mr. Chellaram is a businessman with after legal experts and financial analysts global presence and a conscientious of the nation, as Trustee of the Board and humanitarian. He brings with him the Immediate Past President, he brings his fine blend of the pragmatic and social forward looking futuristic vision to bear commitment to his various enterprise in upon what the next generation would be education, healthcare and relief work. aspiring for. Ms. Maya Shahani, Mr. Dinesh Panjwani Trustee Secretary H(S)NCB Ms. Shahani truly exemplifies that Distinction of Serving at all three campus 'Woman means Shakti'. In the multiple of H(S)NCB. Joined in 1979 as a Lecturer philanthropic and entrepreneurial roles and subsequently as Vice Principal of she dons, she has been a transfor- K.C. College, Churchgate. Thereafter he mational leader in business, education, served as Principal of Smt. C.H.M. healthcare and outreach programmes for College, Ulhasnagar, and as Principal of which she has been awarded several R. D. National College, Bandra. He was times. Director, NSS, University of Mumbai. The Trustees, Executive Committee, Principals, Staff and Students of the HSNC Board are dedicated to accomplishing their mission and pledge their individual and collective efforts. VISION MISSION AIMS Create World Class Centres of Ÿ Excellence in Academics Ÿ To prepare skilled professionals Excellence that influence the future by: Ÿ Innovation in Education Ÿ To instil community consciousness in Ÿ Providing Quality Education Ÿ International Engagements students Ÿ Research Ÿ Technological Advancements Ÿ To produce leaders who can activate change Ÿ Exploring new ideas Ÿ Socially Responsible Citizens Ÿ To introduce state-of-the-art facilities Ÿ Keeping up with Technological and Ÿ Leadership Development Ÿ To provide excellent, well trained staff to Socio-economic Change educate students 5 Inaugural Session of December 18, 2019 at H.R.