COMMUNITY RELATED PROGRAMMES

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DR. AMBEDKAR COLLEGE OF ARTS, COMMERCE & SCIENCE, CHANDRAPUR COMMUNITY RELATED PROGRAMMES

Event 1 : Late Barrister Rajabhau Khobragade’s 93rd Birth Anniversary and University Level Debate Competition

Date : 25 Sep. 2018

Objectives : 1) To recognize the work of Barrister Rajabhau Khobragade. 2) To preserve the thoughts and work of Bar. Rajabhau Khobragade and to inculcate them in coming generation. 3) To create cultured students emulating the image of Bar. Rajabhau Khobragade and his thoughts.

Dignitaries : Hon’ble Shri Arun Ghotekar , President of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Chandrapur ,

Vice president Shri Ashok Ghotekar,

Secretary Shri Wamanrao Modak,

Principal of the college Dr. Rajesh Dahegaokar,

Resource Person Adv. Bhupen Raipure

Co-ordinator : Dr. Milind Bhagat

Committee : Dilip Ramteke , Mrudula Raipure , Kishor Mahajan , Manoj Members Sontake, Sanjay Patil

No. of participants : Various 16 colleges of University participated in this debate competition and 73 students were present to encourge them

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Winners : First Prize – Akash Kadukar, S.P Law College, Chandrapur.

Second Prize – Aniket Durge, S. R. M. Social Work College, Chandrapur

Third Prize – Maroti Kurutkar, S. P. Law College, Chandrapur

And the Perpetual Trophy winning college was S. P. Law College, Chandrapur

Outline of the events: Dr. Ambedkar College of Arts, Commerce & Science, Chandrapur celebrated 93rd Birth Anniversary of Former Deputy Speaker of Rajya Sabha Lae Bar. Rajabhau Khobragade on 52 Sept, 2018. Bar. Rajabhau Khobragade was the founder President of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Chandrapur and often regarded as the mind born son of Dr. Ambedkar.

In the morning Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar paid tribute to the Statue of Bar. Rajabhau Khobragade located in the heart of the city. All the staff members of the college were present on this occasion. The office bearers of the institute also paid floral tribute to the statue. In the another event organized at the college, Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar, Hon’ble Ashok Ghotekar, the secretary of the society Mr. Wamanrao Modak, Principal Rajesh Dahegaonkar and the keynote speaker Adv. Bhupen Ripure were prominently present. The University Level Debate Competition organized on this occasion began at 11:00 A.M. The subject of the debate was ‘Hindu Nationalism is challenging Secularism’. In all 16 colleges sent their debaters to participate in the competition. Akash Kadukar of S.P College, Chandrapur bagged the first prize, Second Prize bagged by Aniket Durge of Shushilabai Ramchandra Mamidwar Social Work College, Chandrapur while Third Prize bagged by Maroti Kurutkar in the competition. All the winners were honoured by Principal Dr. R.R. Dahegaonkar and Vice Principal Prof. Sanjay Beley.

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Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar garlanding the President of the society, Hon’ble Arun statue of Br. Rajabhau Khobaragade Ghotekar speaking on the occasion

Dr. Sanjay Latewar, examiner of the One of the participant speaking as a debate competition Guiding the debater competitors

The Prize winner expressing views on the The first prize winner giving trophy at the subject hands of Principal Dr. R. R. Dahegaonkar

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Outcome : 1. The students were made aware about the present conditions in the society.. 2. The debate competition provided scope to student’s potential. 3. Hunted an extraordinary debaters and provided opportunity for the blossoming of his talent through Debate competition. 4. The event helped to developed leadership qualities among the students and creates responsible citizens of

Name & Sign of the Co-ordinator

Dr. Milind Bhagat,

Committee Memers

1. Dilip Ramteke

2. Manoj Sontakke

3. Kishor Mahajan

4. Mrudula Raipure

5. Sanjay Patil

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Event 2 : “Dhammachakra Aunpravartan Day Celebration” Date : 15 & 16 October, 2018 Objectives : 1) In order to bring back the cultural historical heritage of ancient Buddhist era and to introduce the Buddha Dhamma thinking to preserve the Dr. Ambedkar’s Dhammakranti and to imbibe those thought in the present and future generation this great event is organized every year. 2) Chandrapur Deekshabhoomi has assumed the place of enlightenment. At it this place aboutt 3 lack people took Diksha of . They freed themselves from the bondages of ageold orthodox thinking, dogma and customs. They have become one with Buddhist thinking.The society endeavors to uphold the historical Importance of this event. 3) People are expected to come to Buddha Vihar and follow the path of Buddhism with complete faith 4) Dr. Ambedkars thoughts are spread to the masses. Dignitaries : Bhante Arya Nagarjun Surai Sasai, and his Rev. Bhadant Dyanjoyti Mahasthvir, Hon’ble M.P & MOS (Home) Hanraj Ahir, Hon’ble, Guardian Minister of Chandrapur District, Hon’ble Sudhirbhau Mungantiwar were prominently present on the dias as chief guests. Shri. Nanabahu Shamkule, MLA, Shri. Devrao Bhongale of Z.P. Chairmen, Miss. Anjalitai Ghotekat, Mayor of Chandrapur, Mr. Rahul Pawade Chairmen of Standing Committee of Chandrapur Muncipal corporation Brijbhushan Pazare, Chairmen of Social Welfare Department of ZP Chandrapur, Mrs.Shashi Siddharth Rathu, New DelhiDr. Maheshwar Reddy, and CEO shri. Jitendra Pappkar, Municipal Co-operation Commissioner Mr..Sanjay Kakade, Dr.Ratan Lal, Hindu college, New Delhi,. All the Buddhist monks. Famous singer of Abhijeet Kosambi and his brother Prasanjeet Kosambi

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Co-ordinator : Chairman and all the Members of the Society Principal and all the Faculty members

Committee : All the Faculty Members. Members

No. of participants : lakh of people

Outline of the Event:- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society Deekdhabhoomi, Chandrapur was founded in the year 1967 under the chairmanship of Barrister Rajabhau Khobragade. Chandrapur Deekdhabhoomi came to be known as one of the most famous Dhammadiksha place in the world because of Dr. Ambedkar’s ordination of Buddha Dhamma to people on 16th oct 1956 Dr. Ambedkar’s adopted son Bar.Rajabhau khobragade and Bar. Rajabhau’s father Devajibapu Khobragade made a significant contribution in inviting Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar for this Dhammachakra ceremony. Chandrapur Deekshabhoomi has over the years become a holy land, a place of enlightenment. On this holy land about three lakh people took Diksha of Buddhism and freeing themselves from clutches of orthodox mentality becomes one with Buddhism. Dr. Ambedkar’s visit to a place like Chandrapur which is tribal and backward and his Dikshadan to people is regarded as the most auspicious moment for the people of this city as well as this region. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Deekdhabhoomi, Chandrapur is celebrating begging to presence the culture heritage of Dr.Ambedkar. The year 1991 was thw birth centenary year of Dr. Ambedkar. In the same year, Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar was unanimously elected as the president of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Chandrapur. Since then Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar and all the Hon’ble office bearers of the society have been organizing Dhammadiksha celebration day every year on a grand scale .

In order to spread Buddhism, Samrat sangamitra took a branch of Bodhivriksha from Bodhgaya to Srilanka and from Anuradhapur in Srilanka a branch of same Bodhivriksha was brought to Deekshabhoomi Chandrapur. In this regard Hon’ble President Arun Ghotekar especially requested Indian High commissioner in Srilanka and the same branch of Bodhivriksha was planted on Deekshabhoomi by the Ho’ble High commissioner, His highness Mangalmungalsinghe on 16 Oct 1996. On this auspicious occasion every year Bhante Arya Nagarjun Surai Sasai, and his sangha as well as Tibetan religious leader

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Karmappa and Sangha and several Buddhist monks from , ,China, Srilanka and Myanmar attend programme and impart Dhammadesana to the congregation in addition to this world renowned scholars and Ambedkarite thinkers attend this event every year.

The entire programme on Deekshabhoomi was conducted by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society Deekdhabhoomi, Chandrapur. Every year on 15 and 16 Oct the Dhammadiksha Anniversary programme “Dhammachakra Anupravartan Day” is celebrated on a grand scale. Still people consider Deekshabhoomi as a source of inspiration of Ambedkarite movement. Everyday people from the nook and corner of the world visit this holy place.

This year also on 15 and 16 Oct, 62nd Dhammachakra Anuvravartan day was celebrated with great enthusiasun on a grand scale by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society Deekdhabhoomi, Chandrapur. In this two days programme world renowned Bhuddhist scholars,monks and Ambedkarite thinkers attended the event. For this grand event preparation started almost three months before. Several stalls were set up in Deekshabhoomi area books stalls, food stalls, drinking water. Several social organizations as well as and government employees’ organization make arrangement for the pilgrims. District Administration, Police Department, Zilla Parishad, Municipal Corporation, Social Welfare Department extended their whole hearted Co-operation for this event.

On 15 Oct 2018 the programme went on between 4:00 to 7:00 pm. The programme began with paying tribute to the statue of Vishvaratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar located in the heart of the city. A huge vehicle rally was taken out from the statue of Dr. Ambedkar to Deekshabhoomi spreding the message of universal peace and brotherhood. On reaching Deekshabhoomi, Dhammajyoti was lighted and Dhammaflag was hoisted at the hands of Hon’ble Shri. Arunji Ghotekar Presedent of the Society. Rev. Bhadant Dyanjoyti Mahasthvir and Vice President Hon’ble Ashok Ghotekar. On the occasion as chief guests Chandrapur District collector Dr. Kunal Khemnar, superintendent of police Dr. Maheshwar Reddy, and CEO shri. Jitendra Pappkar, Municipal Co-operation Commissioner Mr..Sanjay Kakade were prominently present. All the Buddhist monks from various places were also present. The programme was concluded with common prayer “Buddhavandana” and Dhamma teaching.

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In the evening at 7:00 under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Shashi Siddharth Rattu, Delhi, a seminar on “Dr. Ambedkar’s Thoughts on Conversion, Message and Inspiration” was conducted. Renowned Ambedkarite thinker Prof. Dr.Ratan Lal, Hindu college, New Delhi and Dr. Pradip Meshram were prominently present as a chief guest. At 9:00 pm a social enlightening musical drama besed on Dr. Ambedkar’s life was presented by Rajura theatre artist Miss. Yogeeta Punekar and Pradnya Meshram. About one lakh people gathered to witness the drama. Inspired by Dr. Ambedkar’s massage on conversion the congregation spent the whole night on Deekshabhoomi.

On 16 October under the guidance of Hon’ble Arunji Ghoteker and the office bearers of the society, Buddhist monk Arya Bhante Surai sasai, and his Sangha in the presence of Principal, Dr. Ambedkar college, Chandrapur, Teaching and non-teaching staff Dhammadiksha Aniverssary Celebration began. Since morning, followers of Buddha across the world started gathering on Deekshabhoomi. 62nd Anniversary of Conversion to Buddhism was a day of freedom to them. To witness that great moment, all of gratitude through their eyes a deep sense of gratitude to their torch bearer, savior. All these people seemed to be giving outlet to their deep feelings.

At 10:00 p.m. after paying tribute to the statue of Dr. Ambedkar, located the heart of the city and taking the holy pot containing (ashes) Asthi of Dr,Ambedkar Rev. Buddhist Monks, Samata Sainik Dal, which is created then by Dr. Ambedkar, made a march past towards Deekshabhoomi. Slogan’s emphasizing the victory of Buddhism and Dr.Ambedkar and everlasting continuity of Dhammachakra were shouted on the way. Along its way, people were thronging on the both sides of the roads to have a glimpse of Dr. Ambedkar’s Asthikalash (a pot containing holy remains of Dr. Ambedkar). The rally moved in a much disciplined way and followed all the safety norms.

After covering the distance of about 3 km. the rally reached Deekshabhoomi at around 1:30 p.m. Dr. Ambedkar’s Asthikalash was put on display for all the people to have darshan and to pay their respects to it. The common prayer Buddhavandana was taken and the programme was commenced under the chairmanship of Bhante Arya Nagarjuna Surai Sasai. Bhante Arya Nagarjuna Surai Sasai preached on the life Dr. Ambedkar and Buddha Dhamma. On this occasion Hon’ble Shri. Arunji Ghotekar and all the members of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Deekshabhoomi, Chandrapur were present.

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At 5:00 p.m. the major event of Dhammachkra Anupravartan Day Celebrating over the function. On this occasion the Hon’ble M.P & MOS (Home) Hanraj Ahir, Hon’ble, Guardian Minister of Chandrapur District, Hon’ble Sudhirbhau Mungantiwar were prominently present on the dias as chief guests. Shri. Nanabahu Shamkule, MLA, Shri. Devrao Bhongale of Z.P. Chairmen, Miss. Anjalitai Ghotekat, Mayor of Chandrapur, Mr. Rahul Pawade Chairmen of Standing Committee of Chandrapur Muncipal corporation , Brijbhushan Pazare, Chairmen of Social Welfare Department of ZP Chandrapur, Mrs. Shashi Siddharth Rathu, New Delhi, Dr. Ratan Lal, Dehli and the dignitaries of the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Chandrapur. Principal of the college were present on the dais. All the dignitaries extent their wishes on the 62nd Anniversary of Dhammadiksha and appealed the gathering to emulate Buddhist teaching to the life Hon’ble Arunji Ghotekar delivered his presidential speech and extended wishes to all and appealed to buy atleast one book on Ambedkar’s life from the book stalls. Hon’ble Wamanrao Modak, Secretary of the Society extended vote of thanks.

In the late evening between 10:00 to 12:00 pm a cultural event was organized, Famous singer of Maharashtra Abhijeet Kosambi and his brother Prasanjeet Kosambi presented delightful Buddha Bhim songs. The songs expressed Dr. Ambedkar’s journey of life, his struggle and his success story till Dhammadiksha. The programme was concluded with the shouting of slogan “Jai Bhim”. The whole environment was echoed with only one voice ‘Jai Bhim’.

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Photo Gallery

The programme was started with Bike rally from the statue of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar to the Deekshabhoomi, The Superintendent of police Dr. Maheshwar Reddy is seen

Bike rally taken out from the statue of statue of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar to the Deekshabhoomi, in the presence of Secretary Wamanrao Modak and Joint Secretary Kunal Ghotekar of the Society

The Superintendent of police Dr. Maheshwar Reddy is seen with Vice Principal of the college Prof. Sanjay Bele and other staff Member

Famous singer of Maharashtra Abhijeet Kosambi and his brother Prasanjeet Kosambi presented a delightful Buddha Bhim songs. The songs expressed Dr. Ambedkar’s journey of life, his struggle and his success story till

Dhammadiksha.

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“Dhamma Diksha” Programe was commenced under the guidance of President Hon’ble Shri. Arunji Ghotekar and monk Ven. Arya Nagarjun Surai Sasai and his Sangha,

Asthikalash Rally

Hon’ble President Shri. Arunji Ghotekar Vice President Shri. Marotrao Khobragade and Shri.Ashok Ghotekar, Secretary Shri. Wamanrao Modak, Adv. Rahul Ghotekar & other dignitaries

Hon’ble Shri. Hanraj Ahir, M.P and state home minister of, center Government, Was the chief guest of this program. Hon’ble Shri. Sudhirbhau Mungantiwar, Minister of fiancé and forest of Maharashtra Government enhanced the zeal of all pilgrim by his presence in the evening Shri. Nanabahu Shamkule, MLA, Chandrpur Shri. Deovrao Bhongale, Z.P. Chairmen, Miss. Anjalitai Ghotekat, mayor of Chandrapur, Mr. Rahul Pawade chairmen of standing committee of Chandrapur mahanagar palika, Mr. Brijbhushan Pazare, chairmen of social welfare department of ZP Chandrpur, Mrs. Shashi Siddharth Rathu, New Delhi, Dr. Ratan lal

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Shraddheya Bhante Dyanjyoti Mahasthvir addressing the people.

The flag of Dhamma was hoisted at the hands of Hon’ble Shri. Arunji Ghotekar

Shraddheya Bhadant Dyanjyoti Mahasthavir,

Shraddheya Bhadant Krupasharan and Hon’ble Shri.Ashok Ghotekar.

Buddhist monk taking Trisharan Panchsheel.

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The volunteers’ of Samata Sainik Dal and others participants shouted slogans of the name of on Dr. Babsaheb Ambedkar and Lord Buddha. Many people were standing on both road side to have a glimpse of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Asthikalash.

Samta Sainik Dal Rally

A huge congraegation of followers of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar & devotees of Buddhism

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Outcomes of the Programme:- On this Deekshabhoomi in 1970 Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, founded Dr. Ambedkar College of Arts, Commerce and Science for the poor, oppressed students of the Tribal District of Chandrapur. Today this college is known as one of the leading educational institutions for U.G. and P.G. courses in Nagpur and Gondwana University. Along with education this institute inculcates human values in students. 1) New form of Buddhism taught by Babasaheb Ambedkar was pursued. It reinterpreted the Buddha’s in terms of social equality and class struggle. 2) This program is celebrated under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society. All the office bearers of the Society, Principal and all the staff Member of Dr. Ambedkar College of Arts, Commerce and Science devote themselves to make this event successfully. 3) Students participate in a great number. In this way alongwith education they are taught religious and cultural values. 4) Being inspired, Students decide their way of the life. Through such programes Students are encouraged to emulate the values of great people in their life. 5) People get opportunity to interact with one another. 6) People get opportunity to refer the books on the stalls installed in the premises 7) The society takes this programme as a medium to spread the message of Lord Buddha and Dr. Ambedkar to millions of people. 8) Dr. Ambedkars thoughts are spread to the masses. 9) People are expected to come to Buddha Vihar and follow the path of Buddhism with complete faith. 10) All the Buddhist disciples of the Chandrapur District participate in this mega even and this number is increasing day by day. 11) Deekshabhoomi is famous for its historical importance. It is one of the main centers of Chandrapur. Every year, thousands of tourists visit Deekshabhoomi, especially on the anniversary of the conversion ceremony. On Dhamma Chakra Anupravartan Din, thousands of compact cassettes of Dr.Ambedkar, Dr. Ambedkar movement and Buddha songs are sold at Deekshabhoomi. The books of few lakh rupees in different languages are sold in a single day; this makes Deekshabhoomi a unique place in the world. Foreign tourists come mainly from the Buddhist countries such as Japan, Shrilanka, Thailand etc.

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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Chandrapur Dishkhabhoomi, Civil Lines, Chandrapur.

Dr. Ambedkar College of Arts. Commerce & Science, Chandrapur

Dhammachakra Anupravartan Celebration

(15th & 16th October 2018)

A Report

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Event 3 : Mahaparinirvan Din of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Date : 6th Dec. 2018 Objectives : 1) To pay homage to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar 2) To get acquainted with the work and devotion of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Dignitaries : 1. Hon’ble President Arun Ghotekar 2. Hon’ble Secretary Wamanrao Modak 3. Hon’ble Principal Dr. Rajesh dahegaonkar 4. Hon’ble Chief Guest- Prof. Mrudula Raipure Co-ordinator : Prof. Vishranti Dhadade Committee : Prof. D.Y. Nagrale, Prof. N.G. Rangari, Prof. C.M. Nagrale, Members Prof. C.K. Pode No. of participants :

Description of the event:

Hundreds of students along with their staff of Dr. Ambedkar college of Arts Commerce and Science, Chandrapur gathered to pay their tribute to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on the 62th Mahaparinirvan Diwas on 6th December 2018.

At 8 in the morning, all paid respect by having prayer infront of Ambedkar statue. After that Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society, Chandrapur President Arun Ghotekar through his speech focused on the life of Dr. Ambedkar College Principal Dr. Rajesh Dahegaonkar also focused on life and achievements of Dr. Ambedkar through his speech. Along with them Prof. Mrudula Raipure Marathi department delivered speech on the changing ideas in Buddhism and hard work and dedication of Dr. Ambedkar to change the lives of downtrodden.

The programme was successfully conducted by Head of Department of commerce department Prof. Vishranti Dhadade.

Outcomes : 1. Students got an inspiration from the work of the greatest leader of the nation 2. Students got influenced and they assured us to lead their life for the Welfare of the society.

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Name & Sign of the Co-ordinator Prof. V. M. Dhadade

Committee Memers 1. Prof. D.Y. Nagrale,

2. Prof. N.G. Rangari

3. Prof. C.M. Nagrale

4. D. Y. Nagrale

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Event 4 : Bhima Koregaon Bravery Day, Mini Marathon and

Blood Donation.

Date : 01 Jan 2019 7:00 am -2:00 pm

Objectives : 1) To make students understand the historical context of the battle fought on 01 Jan 1818.

2) To commemorate prideful and heroic chapter of historical memory

3) To consolidate and reclaim Dalit histories and sites of resistance of memory.

4) To bring awareness among students about social reform

Dignitaries : Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar, Hon’ble Ashok Ghotekar,

Hon’ble Wamanrao Modak, Principal Dr.Rajesh Dahegaonkar,

Vice Principal Sanjay Beley.

Chief Guest : Dr. Swapnil Chandekar, Mr. Bhimrao Muneshwar,

Mr. Ashok Umare.

Co-ordinator : Mr. Rahul Labhane

Committee : Mr. Sunil Dakhole, Mr. Archana Thaware, Mr. Roshan Members Gajbhiye, Dr. Milind Bhagat, Mr. V.K.Kale, Mr. Satish Petkar and Mr. Jagdish Chimurkar

No. of participants : A large numbers students and teaching, non-teaching staff of the college.

Short Description :

Dr Babasheb Ambedkar Memorial Society’s Dr. Ambedkar College of Arts, Commerce & Science, Chandrpaur celebrated “Bhima Koregaon Bravery day” at Deeksha Bhoomi,

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Chandrapur on 1 January 2019. On this occasion, Mini Marathon competition and Blood donation camp were organized.

About forty studens participated in the marathon six winners from two categories were given prizes. In blood donation camp 19 students donated the blood. Dr.Swapnil Chandekar from Government college and his team conducted the blood donation camp.In his speech emphasized the importance of blood donation.

In the morning Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar paid tribute to Bhima Koregaon victory Pillar.On this occasion a conference on Bhima Koregaon Bravery as the Battle of Social Justice was organized Prof. Rahul Labhane conducted the programme Prof. Roshan Gajbhiye Proposed a vote of thanks

All the faculty members and non- teaching staff took effort to make this event successful.

Photographs:

Hon’ ble Ashok Ghotekar givining start Swapnil chandekar inaugurating the to Marathon compition showing flag blood donation camp

The chief guest Bhimaro Muneshwar Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar delivering the specking on the occasion speech

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Outcome : 1) The students were made aware about social reform. 2) The student learned to the significance of blood donation. 3) The students acquired knowledge of historical event of Bhīma koregaon.

Name & Sign of the Co-ordinator

Mr. Rahul Labhane

Committee Memers

1. Dr. Milind Bhagat

2. Mr. Satish Petkar

3. Mr. Jagadish chimurkar

4. Mr. V. K. kale

5. Mr. Roshan Gajbhiye

6. Mr. Sunil Dakhole

7. Mr. Thaware

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Event 5 : 128th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar

Date : 14/04/2019

Objectives : 1) To Promote and disseminate of Dr. Ambedkar's thoughts and work. 2) To spread Dr. Ambedkar's ideas & inspire a new generation. 3) To make students realize that for the success of democracy, there is a great need of Dr. Ambedkar's ideas.

Dignitaries : Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar, President of Dr. BabasahebAmbedkar Memorial Society, Chandrapur,Vice President Hon’ble Ashok Ghotekar, Secretary Hon’ble Wamanrao Modak, Vice- President Hon’ble Marotrao Khobragade, Principal of the college Dr. Rajesh R. Dahegaonkar , Chief Guest Dr.Anmol Shende,Vice-Principal Prof. Sanjay Beley.

Co-ordinator : Mr. Jagdish Ramdas Chimurkar

Committee : Mr. Satish G. Petkar, Mr. N. C. Das, Dr. Vijaya Gedam, Dr. Members Imran Mithani, Mr. Manoj Sontakke, Mr. N. G. Rangari, Mr. Sanjay Patil

No. of participants : Attended by Teaching, non-teaching staff, citizens and students in large numbers.

Description of Event :

Dr. Ambedkar College run by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial society celebrated 128th birth anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on 14 April 2019. The program began with the statue of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar wreathed by the Honorable Arunji Ghotekar. At 8.00 a.m. on Dikshatbhumi, the Dhamma flag was hoisted. The image of the Tathagat Gautam Buddha and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar were wreathed and Buddha Vandana was taken. Hon’ble Arunji Ghotekar President of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial Society president over the function. He gave good wishes to all the people on Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's birth anniversary. On the occasion the Chief Speaker of the program Dr. Anmol Shende of Govindrao Warjurkar College, Nagbhid. He said that the great man Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar needs an educational approach in this country. As the Chief Guest, Honorable

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Ashok Ghotekar, Vice President of the Society, He highlighted the life of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. On this occasion the Vice-President of the organization Honorable Marotrao Khobragade, Secretary of the organization Hon'ble Wamanrao Modak, Vice-Principal Prof. Sanjay Beley and other dignitaries were present.

Principal of the college Dr. Rajesh Dahegaonkar introduced the program. Dr. Vijaya Gedam summoned the program and Prof. Satish Petkar thanked everyone. The program is organized Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar's birth anniversary committee member by Prof. Jagdish Chimurkar, Prof. Manoj Sontakke, Prof. Sanjay Patil, Prof. N. C. Das, Prof. Mithani, Prof. Rangari successfully performed. The program was attended by professors, non-teaching staff, citizens and students in large numbers.

Photographs:

Prof. Dr. Anmol Shende, the Chief Guest Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar, Chairperson, speaking on the occasion addressing on the occasion

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Dr. Vijaya Gedam while conducting the Prof. Satish Petkar while proposing a program vote of thanks

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Outcome : 1) Information abouttheDr. Ambedkar's life work was given. 2) Students were given Information about the Dr.Ambedkar's educational, social, economic, religious, political, Constitutional and cultural activities were given.

Name & Sign of the Co-ordinator

Mr.JagdishChimurkar

Committee Memers

1. Mr..SatishPetkar

2. Dr.VijayaGedam

3. Mr.ManojSontakke

4. Mr.. SanjayPatil

5. Mr. N. C. Das

6. Dr. Imran Mithani

7. Mr. N. G. Rangari

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Event 6 : Buddha Jayanti Date : 18 May 2019 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m Objectives : 4) To make students understand the teachings of Buddha by engaging in discussions and observing calmness in life through practices of meditation. 5) To share the teachings of Buddha, his and eightfold path among the people. 6) To make people aware of Buddhist festivals and through them bringing change in life of Upasak. 7) To inculcate Buddhist tradition among the people. Dignitaries : Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar, Hon’ble Ashok Ghotekar, Hon’ble Wamanrao Modak, Principal Dr.Rajesh Dahegaonkar,Vice Principal Sanjay Beley Chief Guest : Bhadant Dhammghoshmetta, Chandrapur Co-ordinator : Asst. Prof. Snighda S. Sadafale, Department of . Committee : Prof. V. P. Dakhane, D. J. Ramteke, M. T. Sontake, D. Y. Members Nagrale, J. R. Chimurkar, S. G. Petkar, Dr. M. D. Bhagat, A. A. Ghotekar, Yogpati Barsagade. No. of participants : A large numbers students and teaching, non-teaching staff of the college. Short Description : Dr Babasheb Ambedkar Memorial Society’s Dr. Ambedkar College of Arts, Commerce & Science, Chandrpaur celebrated “Buddha Jayanti” at Deeksha Bhoomi, Chandrapur on 18 May 2019. On this occasion, was hoisted by Monk Bhadant Dhammghoshmetta. All those who were present at performed Trisaran Panchsheel. And the chief guest Bhadant Dhammghoshmetta gave Dhammdesana. Program was hosted by Asst. Prof. Snighda Sadafale. In the morning Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar delivered presidential speech. On this occasion a conference on Bhima Koregaon Bravery as the Battle of Social Justice was organized Prof. Rahul Labhane conducted the programme.Prof. Roshan Gajbhiye Proposed a vote of thanks. All the faculty members and non- teaching staff took effort to make this event successful.

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Monk Bhadant Dhammghoshmetta Everyone performing Trisharan hoisted the Dhammdhavj. Panchasheel.

Principal Delivering the preface of the program. Dr. V. P. Dakhane Giving vote of thanks.

Hon’ble Arun Ghotekar delivering presidential speech.

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Outcome : 5. People and students understand the teachings of Buddha. 6. The students get aware of Buddhist festivals. 7. The students started to follow the .

Name & Sign of the Co-ordinator

Snighda S. Sadafale,

Committee Memers

1. Dr. V. P. Dakhane,

2. D. J. Ramteke

3. M. T. Sontake

4. D. Y. Nagrale

5. J. R. Chimurkar

6. S. G. Petkar

7. Dr. M. D. Bhagat

8. A. A. Ghotekar

9. Yogpati Barsagade

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