August 2022
On 15 August, IIIT Hyderabad celebrated 75 years of India’s Independence. Due to rain, flag hoisting by Prof. P J Narayanan and singing of the national anthem were held at KRB main entrance while all the other events were held at Himalaya 105. The events at Himalaya 105 began with Director’s address followed by Registrar’s address, oath taking of students parliament secretary/speaker, oath taking of students parliament members, students’ parliament speaker’s speech and presenting the annual report. This was followed by cultural programs by students from music & dance clubs, performance by faculty & staff kids and faculty and students of Human Sciences Research Group (HSRG). In the end refreshments were served to all.
The other events organized by various clubs on the occasion of Independence day included:
14 and 15 August – Independence Day Debate by TV Room Quiz Club
15 August – India Quiz by TV Room Quiz Club, Screening of movie, Rang De Basanti by Literary Club, Hunt event, around the campus by Language Club, Dance performance by Dance Crew, Music Performance by Music Crew
15 – 16 August midnight – Glimpses is a series of photography contests based on different themes spanning throughout the year organised by Pentaprism – the official photography club of IIITH. Pentaprism intends on capturing the essence of special moments and occasions. The inaugural contest was held on 15 August on the theme Raksha Bandhan and Independence to capture the aura of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav – Celebrating 75 Years of India’s Independence.
IIIT Hyderabad actively participated in the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative of the Indian government by installing Tirangas on all campus buildings.
Pictures and videos of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav – Celebrating 75 Years of India’s Independence
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