learning is a lifelong process, not confined merely to the college one last attended. A person is a student all along his lifetime. The interest in learning new things must go on for lifetime,” classical dancer Padma Vibhushan Dr Sonal Man Singh said at the 18th edition of Anugoonj 2017, an annual cultural festival of the IP University, Dwarka. Singh, who was the chief guest at the event, said that there must be harmony between Arts and Science for the betterment of the society. it is very unfortunate that the new generation is not properly focussed on their goals.
The vice-chancellor of the university Prof Anil K Tyagi said that the cultural events provide a good platform for the students to showcase their talent in the field of music, art and culture apart from routine academics. Around 85 thousand students of 120 affiliated colleges participated in more than five dozen events based on culture, music and dance.
In Fine Arts category, on-the-spot painting, collage, clay modelling, cartooning competitions were organised whereas dramatics events included one act play, street play, mono acting etc. In the literary event, quiz, debate and creative writing were organised.
Dance event included folk dance, choreography, classical dance etc. Music events included classical vocal, light vocal, western vocal and group song. Mr and Mrs Anugoonj 2017 and battle of bands was also held. Star performances were rock singer Dhruv Visvnath, Advaita Rock band and Bollywood singer Sukhvinder.