GF’s GCOE Jalgaon Celebrates “Shiv Jayanti” with Grandeur!
February 19, 2024, today, GF’s Godavari College of Engineering (GCOE) resonated with pride and devotion as they celebrated the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj with a vibrant Shiv-Jayanti mahotsav.
A grand procession kicked off the festivities, featuring a student adorned as the revered warrior king, mounted on a horse, greeted with cheers and a vibrant display of dhol, tasha, and lezim beats. A captivating street play added another layer of cultural richness to the procession.
Dr Vijaykumar Patil, Principal of GF’s GCOE, welcomed and felicitated the guest speaker, Mr Atul Dwarikanath Manohar. The celebration bloomed with melodious renditions of Shivaji’s life story sung by talented girl students. Their powerful powadas reverberated through the campus, stirring emotions and igniting patriotic fervor.
Inspiring speeches by students shed light on Shivaji’s remarkable leadership, military prowess, and enduring legacy. Their words served as a call to action, reminding everyone to imbibe his ideals of justice, valor, and good governance.
Mr Atul Manohar, the esteemed guest speaker, captivated the audience with a captivating narration of Shivaji’s life journey. His insightful words served as a source of motivation for the young minds present.
The tireless efforts of Prof Sachin Maheshri, Prof Nilesh Chaudhary, Prof. Suraj Chaudhary, and Prof. Chandrakant Shimpi ensured the program’s resounding success. Ms. Pradarshan Kapure and Ms Pranjal Rajput hosted the event with grace and poise.
This vibrant celebration at GCOE Jalgaon not only honored the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj but also instilled a sense of national pride and cultural awareness among its students.