“Patriotism in Every Heart, Seva in Every Hand: Swami Vivekanand Subharti University’s Seva Rang Abhiyan Unites 300+ Participants for a Viksit Bharat @ 2047”
The Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Education, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University (SVSU), Meerut, successfully organised “Seva Rang Abhiyan – A Creative Collective Participation for a Viksit Bharat” at the General Mohan Singh Playground on 9 October 2026. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from approximately 300 participants, including more than 30 faculty members and over 20 non-teaching staff members, representing various departments and colleges of the university.
The initiative aimed to promote national unity, collective participation, social responsibility and the spirit of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. The central attraction of the programme was the formation of a 108-metre-diameter “Bharat Mandal” and a grand human rangoli, symbolising the unity, diversity and collective aspirations of the nation.
Prof. Dr. Shalya Raj, CEO, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, addressed the gathering and highlighted the significance of collective participation, national development and the role of educational institutions in nurturing responsible citizens. GP Capt. M. Yakoob, Registrar, SVSU, also addressed the participants and emphasised the importance of unity, discipline and coordinated efforts in successfully conducting such university-wide initiatives.
The programme commenced with a formal welcome address by Dr. Manju Adhikari, Head, Department of Physical Education, who welcomed the dignitaries, faculty members, non-teaching staff and student participants. Dr. Pintu Mishra, Dean, Faculty of Education, along with deans and representatives from various colleges of the university, graced the occasion with their presence.
The faculty members of the Department of Physical Education took the lead in planning, coordinating and executing the programme. Their dedicated efforts, along with the cooperation of participating departments and colleges, ensured the smooth conduct of the event. Participants followed the prescribed colour allocations, representing the tricolour theme of saffron, white and green, thereby adding visual significance to the collective formation.
The programme reflected the university’s commitment to fostering patriotism, unity in diversity, teamwork and community engagement. The active involvement of faculty members, non-teaching staff and students demonstrated the power of collaborative participation in creating meaningful institutional initiatives.
The successful organisation of Seva Rang Abhiyan stands as a testament to the coordinated efforts of the Department of Physical Education and the collective spirit of the SVSU community in contributing to the vision of a united, progressive and developed India.
Organised by: Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Education, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, Meerut.
