####Haritima-2026 Celebrates Excellence, Talent and Innovation at Rajasthan College of Agriculture
“Youth Must Become Job Creators, Not Just Job Seekers” — Vice-Chancellor Prof. Pratap Singh
“Libraries and Laboratories Build Exceptional Futures” — Dr. Kailash Sodani
Udaipur: The campus of Rajasthan College of Agriculture, a constituent institution of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology (MPUAT), came alive with enthusiasm, creativity, and academic pride as it hosted its much-awaited annual festival, “Haritima-2026.” The grand event celebrated the achievements of students across academics, sports, cultural activities, NCC, NSS, and various co-curricular fields, transforming the occasion into a vibrant festival of excellence and talent.
The event was graced by Dr. Kailash Sodani, Advisor (Higher Education) to the Hon’ble Governor of Rajasthan and former Vice-Chancellor of MDS University, Ajmer, as the Chief Guest. The programme was presided over by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Pratap Singh, while Dean Dr. Manoj Kumar Mahla and Assistant Dean (Student Welfare) Dr. S.S. Lakhawat were also present.
The celebrations commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by the National Anthem and the University Song. Welcoming the guests and participants, Dean Dr. Manoj Kumar Mahla highlighted the remarkable accomplishments of students in academics, sports, and extracurricular activities. He described Haritima as a celebration of student talent, achievement, and holistic personality development, emphasizing the college’s commitment to nurturing excellence both inside and outside the classroom.
Delivering an inspiring keynote address, Dr. Kailash Sodani praised the institution’s rich legacy and encouraged students to embrace discipline, hard work, ethical values, and continuous learning. He emphasized that the 21st century belongs to knowledge-driven societies and that success has no shortcut.
“Students must spend more time in libraries and laboratories, where real learning takes place,” he remarked. Encouraging agricultural graduates to think beyond conventional career paths, he urged them to explore entrepreneurship, start-ups, and agribusiness ventures that can generate employment opportunities for others.
In his presidential address, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Pratap Singh highlighted the immense opportunities emerging within the agricultural sector. He advised students not to limit their aspirations to government employment but to pursue innovation, skill-based enterprises, and technology-driven solutions. He called upon the youth to contribute actively to nation-building through academic excellence, leadership, and social responsibility.
One of the major highlights of the event was the grand Awards Ceremony, during which 135 meritorious students were honoured with certificates and mementos for their outstanding achievements during the academic year 2025–26. The awardees represented diverse fields, including academics, sports, cultural and literary activities, NCC, NSS, and student welfare initiatives.
Presenting the annual report, Assistant Dean (Student Welfare) Dr. S.S. Lakhawat showcased the remarkable accomplishments of students throughout the year. He noted that many students had brought laurels to the institution through outstanding performances at state and national-level competitions, further enhancing the college’s reputation.
The cultural segment of Haritima-2026 captivated the audience with a series of colourful performances reflecting patriotism, folk traditions, and social awareness. Through music, dance, and dramatic presentations, students displayed extraordinary creativity and artistic expression, earning enthusiastic applause from the audience.
The event witnessed the presence of deans, directors, department heads, scientists, faculty members, officers, staff, and a large gathering of students from various colleges under the university. The programme was skillfully anchored by Dr. Latika Sharma, along with students Jayaditya, Tarangini Bora, and Muskan.
The celebration concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. S.S. Lakhawat, who expressed gratitude to the guests, participants, faculty members, and organizers for making the event a resounding success.
More than just an annual function, Haritima-2026 emerged as a celebration of knowledge, culture, leadership, and achievement—an inspiring platform that recognized excellence and motivated students to strive for even greater success in the years ahead.
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