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Pannalal Girdharlal Dayanand Anglo Vedic College
Mottoअसतो मा सद्गमय
(asato mā sadgamaya)
(Sanskrit)
Motto in English
From Ignorance Lead me to Truth
TypeCollege
Established1957
ChairmanSh. T.N. Chaturvedi
PrincipalDr. Krishna Sharma(Morning college)[1]
Dr. R.K. Gupta (Evening college)[2]
UndergraduatesB.Sc, B.Com, B.A
PostgraduatesM.A, M.Com
Address
Ring Road, near Vinobapuri metro station, Nehru Nagar, Lajpat Nagar
,
India New Delhi
,
Delhi
,
110065
,
India

28°34′02″N 77°14′59″E / 28.5672882°N 77.249792°E / 28.5672882; 77.249792
CampusUrban
AcronymPGDAV
Colors 
NicknameDAV college
AffiliationsUniversity of Delhi
Websitepgdavcollege.in (Morning-shift)
pgdavevecollege.in (Evening-shift)
Pannalal Girdharlal Dayanand Anglo Vedic College is located in Delhi
Pannalal Girdharlal Dayanand Anglo Vedic College
Location in Delhi
Pannalal Girdharlal Dayanand Anglo Vedic College is located in India
Pannalal Girdharlal Dayanand Anglo Vedic College
Pannalal Girdharlal Dayanand Anglo Vedic College (India)

Pannalal Girdharlal Dayanand Anglo-Vedic (P.G.D.A.V) College is a constituent college of University of Delhi.[3] Established in 1957, it offers various courses at the undergraduate, postgraduate level and open schooling.

P.G.D.A.V College, located in Nehru Nagar near Lajpat Nagar in New Delhi, is a constituent college of Delhi University's South Campus. The college boasts a well-equipped infrastructure, including two seminar halls, a computer centre, a bank, a library, and laboratories, along with multiple playgrounds for sports such as cricket, football, badminton, basketball, and volleyball. However, the college's cricket ground has been allocated to a cricket academy, and as a result, students are prohibited from utilizing the field for recreational purposes. It is noteworthy that the canteen at P.G.D.A.V College is considered to be the largest in all Delhi University colleges.

History

Following the demise of Swami Dayanand Saraswati on October 30, 1883, there arose a need to uphold his legacy by disseminating education, eliminating mental and spiritual illiteracy, and eradicating the social and religious vices that pervaded contemporary society. To this end, the Dayanand Anglo-Vedic Trust and Management, widely known as the DAV movement, was established. On June 1, 1886, the movement's first DAV School was founded in Lahore, with Lala Hans Raj serving as its headmaster. This school was subsequently converted into a college on April 28, 1888, with Lala Hans Raj becoming its inaugural principal.[4][5]

The DAV movement emerged as a result of a dynamic interplay between the forces of orthodoxy and heterodoxy, revivalism and reform, faith and reason, all guided by the leadership of esteemed individuals such as Rai Bahadur Lala Lal Chand (1852-1912), Mahatma Hans Raj (1864-1938), Pt. Guru Dutta Vidyarthi (1864-1890), Lala Lajpat Rai (1865-1928), Bhai Parmanand (1874-1947), Lala Durga Das, Principal Sain Das (1840-1890), Bakshi Ram Rattan, Dr. Mukund Lal Puri, Meher Chand, among others. At present, the DAV movement boasts a network of 780 educational institutions both in India and abroad.[4][5]

The P.G.D.A.V. College was inaugurated on August 17, 1957, in a modest manner. The establishment was initiated by Pannalal Girdharlal, a notable figure in the business world of Delhi at that time, in collaboration with the DAV Management & Trust. Pannalal Girdharlal is currently associated with prominent corporations such as Victor Cables Corporation Ltd and Pannalal Girdharlal Ltd. The college was established in a small building located on Chitragupta Road, New Delhi. The institution began its operations with a limited number of teachers and a small group of students.[4][5]

P.G.D.A.V. College initiated its evening classes on July 18, 1958, with the primary aim of providing higher education to employed learners. Initially, the college operated from a section of a pre-existing school until 1972. It was later relocated to Mandir Marg for a temporary period of slightly over three years. Subsequently, the institution was established in its present location in Nehru Nagar, where it continues to stand.[4][5]

Departments

Morning Shift

The college has twelve Departments which conduct B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. Honors as well as B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. Programme Courses.[6]

List of Departments:

Evening Shift

PGDAV Evening College provides students with a range of academic departments that offer a comprehensive education. Each department is staffed by experienced faculty members who are dedicated to teaching and research excellence. The academic departments available at PGDAV Evening College include:[7]

  • Economics
  • English
  • Commerce
  • Hindi
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Physical Education
  • Political Science
  • Sanskrit
  • Environmental Sciences

Cultural Societies

Morning Shift

The college has several cultural societies that cater to the interests and talents of the students in the morning shift.[6]

One of the most prominent societies at PGDAV College is the Dramatics Society "Rudra", which provides a platform for students to showcase their acting skills through plays, skits, and other performances. The society participates in various inter-college competitions and has won several accolades over the years.

Another popular cultural society at the college is the Music Society "Raagaa", which encourages students to explore their musical abilities through vocal and instrumental performances. The society hosts various events throughout the year, including musical nights and competitions, and has a strong presence in the Delhi University music circuit.

The Dance Society "SPUNK" at PGDAV College is another noteworthy cultural society that showcases the talent of the students in various dance forms, such as classical, contemporary, and hip hop. The society participates in various dance competitions and festivals, both within and outside the college.

Apart from these societies, PGDAV College has several other cultural societies, including the Fine Arts Society, the Debating Society "Grey Matter", the Quiz Society "Buzzer", and the Film Society "Navrang", among others. These societies provide a platform for students to explore and showcase their creativity and talent in various fields.

Evening Shift

The college's evening shift offers numerous opportunities for students to participate in cultural societies that cater to their interests and talents.[8]

One of the most popular societies at PGDAV College's evening shift is the Western Music Society, which provides a platform for students to explore their musical interests through vocal and instrumental performances. The society hosts various events and competitions throughout the academic year and has established itself as a prominent player in the Delhi University music circuit.

Another noteworthy society at PGDAV College's evening shift is the Photography and Film Society, which offers students the opportunity to showcase their photography and filmmaking skills. The society conducts workshops, competitions, and screenings of short films and documentaries made by the students.

The Debate Society at PGDAV College's evening shift is also highly active, providing students with a platform to express their opinions and ideas on a wide range of issues. The society participates in inter-college competitions and has won several accolades over the years.

Apart from these societies, PGDAV College's evening shift has several other cultural societies, including the Fine Arts Society, the Literary Society, the Dance Society, and the Dramatics Society, among others. These societies offer a platform for students to explore their creativity and showcase their talent in various fields.

Notable alumni

See also

References

  1. ^ "PGDAV College". pgdavcollege.in. Retrieved 10 May 2020.
  2. ^ "Principals Message". PGDAV College (EVENING). Retrieved 10 May 2020.
  3. ^ "List of Colleges - University of Delhi". Archived from the original on 11 October 2020. Retrieved 1 November 2020.
  4. ^ a b c d "About us". PGDAV College (Evening). Retrieved 25 March 2023.
  5. ^ a b c d "P.G.D.A.V. College". Navbharat Times (in Hindi). Retrieved 25 March 2023.
  6. ^ a b "PGDAV College, University of Delhi". www.pgdavcollege.in. Retrieved 25 March 2023.
  7. ^ "Departments". PGDAV College (Evening). Retrieved 25 March 2023.
  8. ^ "Cultural Committee". PGDAV College (Evening). Retrieved 25 March 2023.
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