Deep Prakashan ceremony

Name: Deep Prakashan ceremony
Start: 2026-09-17
End: 2026-09-17
Location: Jammu

The Deep Prakashan ceremony is a traditional lamp-lighting event held at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu. Organized to mark the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the gathering involves the lighting of earthen lamps, known as diyas, at the campus academic block. The ceremony serves as an occasion for the community to reflect on the national growth journey and future development goals.

Date: Sep 17, 2026
Location: Jammu

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Lighting of traditional earthen lamps (diyas)
Commemoration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday
Presence of BJP MLA Yudhvir Sethi and IIM Director B.S. Sahay
Focus on the 'Viksit Bharat 2047' national growth vision

On September 17, 2026, IIM Jammu hosted the Deep Prakashan ceremony at the main reception area of its academic block. The event was presided over by the institute's director, Prof B.S. Sahay, and attended by guests including BJP MLA Yudhvir Sethi. The program focused on the theme of 'Viksit Bharat 2047,' encouraging participants to contemplate India's transformative progress and long-term vision for the future.

The ceremony drew public attention following reports of a communique from the student council that categorized the event as mandatory. Media coverage highlighted a controversy regarding alleged fines for students who did not attend without verified medical reasons. While the institute described the gathering as a reflective celebration, political figures and media outlets discussed the administrative requirement for student participation in the birthday commemorations.

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