learn something new every year: Misra

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On a high from the exhilarating performances by internationally acclaimed band, Underground Authority and HNlU’s own Special Edition Xpress the previous day, the national and international participants of Colossus and International Model United Nations Conference, 2016 geared up for the third and final day of the weekend long extravaganza.

The Chief Guest for the event, Santosh Misra, Secretary, Department of Tourism, Chhattisgarh Government elaborated on the importance of striking a fine balance as said by HNlU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Sukh Pal Singh and proceeded to give a three step process to achieve the fine balance.

Step One being- “Help someone who cannot help you back.” Step Two: “learn something new every year” and Step 3- “Travel to a new part of India every year,” he said.

Misra engaged the audience with his stories of overcoming personal struggles and urged them to explore and appreciate the beautiful country of India.

The cultural events drew to a close with a treasure hunt, a general quiz and a ‘Game of Thrones’ themed quiz wrapping up the plethora of events organized by the students of the university, a University press release informed. 

The third day of the mega sports and cultural fest witnessed the final rounds of the sports events that culminated with the declaration of winners for the respective events.

The closing and valedictory ceremony commenced with the welcome address by Prof. Dr. Sukh Pal Singh, Vice Chancellor of HNlU, in which he commended all those who participated and organized the event for their hard work and dedication.

He spoke of the importance of striking a fine balance between materialism and inner peace.

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