BBK DAV College for Women, Amritsar, organised a Skill Fair in collaboration with National EduTrust of India registered under Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India, to encourage students with entrepreneurial skills. Mrs Parminder Kaur Bains, Chief Judicial Magistrate, District Courts, Amritsar, was the Chief Guest, while Ms. Supreet Kaur, Additional Civil Judge, District Courts, Amritsar, was the Guest of Honour for the occasion.
During the skill fair, 70 stalls were set up to foster creativity and entrepreneurship among students. In the fair, around 150 students exhibited their talent through textile designing techniques such as tie and dye, block and screen printing, upholstery and utility items, jute bags, murals, heena art, nail art, apparel accessories, scarves, stoles, wall hangings, dupatta, paper lanterns, mirrors, candles, diyas, tote bags, jewellery, table clothes etc. Students also displayed stalls of various food delicacies like, Bhel Puri, Nutri Kulcha, Sandwiches, Golgappas, Cakes, Chocolates, Mojito and Pasta etc.
Felicitating the students and staff, Principal Dr. Pushpinder Walia said that such events are necessary for showcasing the talent of students who have entrepreneurial skills. She added that BBK DAV College has always emphasized the practical aspect of learning, and the concept of self-reliance for empowerment of women.
Mrs Parminder Kaur Bains and Ms. Supreet Kaur applauded the efforts of the students for their creative talent and eclectic display. They congratulated the students, teachers and non-teaching staff who have worked behind the scene to organise this event.
On this occasion, Sh. Sudarshan Kapoor, Chairman, Local Committee, Mr. Vipin Bhasin, Member, Local Committee, staff members and students were also present.
