LU students celebrate the spirit of freedom
organised held a Tiranga Yatra to celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, and patriotism on Thursday.
Led by vice chancellor Prof Manuka Khanna and organised by the university's cultural board Sanskritiki, the rally saw enthusiastic participation from faculty, administrative staff, and students.
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The yatra began from the Tagore Library and covered key campus landmarks before concluding at Shivaji Stadium. Participants carried the national flag, chanting '
' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' with the event concluding in a stirring rendition of the national anthem.
The faculty of law's NSS unit at the LU Second campus organised a Tiranga Yatra from Gate No. 2 to Mulayam Tiraha. Supported by faculty members and local dignitaries, the march inspired patriotism, national unity, and pride among all present.
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