Introduction

Under the aegis of the UCA Club, the Department of CSE (AI and ML) at Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Jalandhar, hosted a series of vibrant cultural and technical events titled "Green Diwali" on the occasion of Diwali Celebration. The events aimed to showcase the students' creativity and technical skills while promoting a spirit of cultural richness, eco-consciousness, and friendly competition.

The entire event was meticulously organized by Er. Hitakshi (Assistant Professor, CSE), with enthusiastic participation from students of various departments.

Cultural Events

The cultural segment featured the following competitions:

• Rangoli Competition
• Best Out of Waste Competition
• Poster Making Competition
• Diya Decoration Competition

Winners of Cultural Events

• Rangoli Competition: Anmol and Simranjeet Kaur (B.Tech CSE AI and ML, 1st Semester)
• Poster Making Competition: Jaspreet Singh (B.Tech CSE AI and ML, 1st Semester)
• Best Out of Waste Competition: Palpreet Singh (B.Tech CSE AI and ML, 1st Semester)
• Diya Decoration Competition: Sanjna and Sania Begum (B.Tech CSE AI and ML, 1st Semester)

Technical Events

The technical segment included:

• E-Greeting Video Making Competition
• Social Awareness Reel Making Competition

Winners of Technical Events

• E-Greeting Video Making: Loveleen Bains (B.Tech CSE AI and ML, 1st Semester)
• Social Awareness Reel Making: Gautam (B.Tech CSE AI and ML, 1st Semester)

Event Highlights

The event began with a soulful Shabad Gayan, setting a serene and spiritual tone. A Diya Lighting Ceremony followed, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness, resonating with the cultural essence of Diwali.

The theme "Green Diwali" was reflected throughout the event, promoting sustainable and eco-friendly practices among students. All activities encouraged creativity that aligns with environmental responsibility.

Dr. Jagdeep Kaur, Dean of UIET, graced the occasion and praised the students for their innovative participation. She emphasized the importance of blending cultural, technical, and ecological values in today’s educational journey.

Conclusion

The Green Diwali celebration organized by the UCA Club offered students a meaningful platform to express their talents while reinforcing core values of environmental consciousness and cultural heritage. Winners were awarded with gifts and certificates as a token of appreciation.

The event's success was a result of the combined efforts of the students, faculty, and organizers, creating a memorable and impactful celebration.

Glimpses of the Event