State Pair Activities
Virtuoso – Intercollege GD Competition
EBSB Day / EBSB Club
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - AICTE regulated Institutions
Uttarakhand : Karnataka
24-11-2023 to 24-11-2023
T A PAI MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
online
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An initiative was set by the Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat (EBSB) Club and CCT TAPMI via UNSTOP, which was named Virtuoso – An Intercollege GD Competition in collaboration with IIM Kashipur, that marked the occasion of Uttarakhand Formation Day. This event was held on 24 November 2023 which aimed to bring together the brightest minds of MBA 1st year students from both institutes for an engaging and intellectually stimulating online group discussion competition. Participants delved into thought-provoking discussions on socio-economic, cultural and entrepreneurial topics, promoting unity in diversity, enhancing their communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
Odissi Dace Show
Dissemination of Information About the Paired State
Exhibitions and other Outreach Programmes
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - IIMs
Maharashtra : Odisha
23-11-2023 to 23-11-2023
IIM MUMBAI
ALB Auditorium
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Ek Bharath Shreshtha Bharat Club, IIM, Mumbai, proudly celebrated the rich culture of our nation through Odissi Dance Performance.
In line with the vision of the 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' (EBSB) program, initiated by Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, we aim to strengthen the bonds of unity and integrity across India. The program encourages engagement among people from different states and union territories to deepen mutual understanding of our diverse cultural heritage.
We were honoured to host Ms Mitali Raul, an illustrious Odissi classical artist. The audience cherished a glimpse of our rich history and culture through a performance by renowned Odissi artist Ms. Mitali Raul and her team of Ms Risa D'souza and Ms Diya D'souza. #MoE #EBSB #Indian Institute of Management, Mumbai #Odisha
Audience enjoyed Maharashtrain delicacy at the end of the programme.
We are thankful to Prof. Manoj Tiwari, Director IIM Mumbai, and Prof. Rauf Iqbal, Dean SA, Prof. Utpal Chattopadhyay, Associate Dean (SWHM) and Prof. Nikhil K. Mehta, Co-ordinator, Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Cell, IIM, Mumbai for their valuable guidance.
EK Bharat Shrestha Bharat Club, IIM, Mumbai is coordinated by Prof. Nikhil K Mehta, Prof. Ajaya Kumar Panda, Prof. Sushmita Narayana Aghalaya and Prof. Vidyadhar Gedam.
Yuva Sangam Tour
Yuva Sangam
Phase-III
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - IIMs
Tamil Nadu : Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh
23-11-2023 to 06-12-2023
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT TIRUCHIRAPPALLI
Tamil Nadu
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Yuva Sangam Tour of Rajasthan Delegates to Tamil Nadu
Quiz on Heritage of Assam n Rajasthan
Dissemination of Information About the Paired State
Debates, Essay, Quiz, Cultural, Cooking competitions in Schools, Colleges
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - RUSA funded Institutions
Rajasthan : Assam
22-11-2023 to 22-11-2023
SANGVI MATUSHRI PRUIBAI BHURMAL JAIN GOVT. COLLEGE, SHEOGANJ
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Questions were asked on Heritage of both paired state
A documentary film was shown
Cultural Exchange
Screening of Films
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - RUSA funded Institutions
Rajasthan : Assam
20-11-2023 to 20-11-2023
SANGVI MATUSHRI PRUIBAI BHURMAL JAIN GOVT. COLLEGE, SHEOGANJ
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A documentary film on the wild life of Assam n Rajasthan was shown to students
Know your Neighboring bhasha
EBSB Day / EBSB Club
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - AICTE regulated Institutions
Uttar Pradesh : Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh
10-11-2023 to 10-11-2023
MANGALMAY INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
Mangalmay Institute of Engineering and Technology
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A panel discussion was held on the topic “Know Your Neighboring Bhasha”. Apart from all the resource persons Dr. Sanjay Pachauri, Dr. Garima Srivastava and Ms. Chandani Srivastava All the faculties of Mangalmay Institute of Engineering and Technology also shared their Views in the discussion on different culture, traditions and “Bhasha” of Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh under EBSB programs. Meghalaya - The language of any place or state is the reflection of its culture and tradition. Meghalaya language also represents the richness of its culture. There are three major tribes residing in Meghalaya – Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia tribes. Although English is the official language of the state, the principal spoken languages of Meghalaya are Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia.
Arunachal Pradesh- Some of them are Nyishi, Dafla, Miji, Adi, Gallong, Wancho, Tagin, Hill Miri, Mohpa, Nocte, Aka, Tangsa, Khamti. Vast majority of them belong to the Tibeto - Burman language family. Hindi is making constant inroads. Nagamese is fairly widely used as a link language in some areas.
Program ends with the Vote of thanks by Dr. Garima Srivastava.
DIWALI MILAN 2023
Utsavs and Mahotsavs
Holi/Diwali/Eid/Christmas, other festivals
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - IIMs
Maharashtra : Odisha
09-11-2023 to 09-11-2023
IIM MUMBAI
SWAMI VIVEKANAND HALL
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EBSB Club IIM Mumbai in collaboration with Think India IIM Mumbai hosted Diwali Milan Celebration organised by World Organisation of Students and Youth Mumbai Chapter, in collaboration with Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR).
The event was held on 9th November 2023, at IIM Mumbai Campus in Mumbai. International students from Sudan, Germany, Japan, Euthopia, Israel, Nepal and Bangladesh studying in various institutes like IIT Bombay attended this event.
Total 41 students including international students from seven nations and students of IIM Mumbai were present to celebrate this festival of light.
A DISPLAY OF HANDLOOM & HANDICRAFT OF UTTAR PRADESH & MEGHALAYA
Cultural Exchange
Cultural Programmes – Dance, Music, Drama, Literary Festivals, Lecture- Demonstrations in schools, colleges
Ministry of Tourism - Institute of Hotel Management (IHM)
Uttar Pradesh : Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh
09-11-2023 to 09-11-2023
INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT SHILLONG
IHM SHILLONG
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IHM Shillong organized a display of Handloom and Handicraft of Uttar Pradesh & Meghalaya. The students actively participated individually and enthusiastically.
Cultural Exchange Programe
Cultural Exchange
Other Activities
Ministry of Defence
Gujarat : Chhattisgarh
06-11-2023 to 06-11-2023
SAINIK SCHOOL, BIJAPUR
SS Ambikapur
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Sainik School Ambikapur hosted its EBSB partner school - Sainik School Balachadi from 13 Oct to 17 Oct 2023. Various exchange activities like Assembly, Heritage Tours, CCA competitions, and cultural exchange programmes were conducted where the cadets of the host and the visiting schools showcased the culture, traditions, cuisines, heritage and tourist locations of their respective states. The climax of the Exchange programme was the Cultural Programme where Chhattisgarhi Artists from Ranpur village performed Pandavani, Parka, Chaitra, Suwa Karma and saila and Cadets of Sainik School Balachadi performed the Garba. A valedictory function was also organized where the participating cadets were awarded certificates of participation.
Activity on Pledge on Swatch Bharat
Learning the language of the Paired State
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - AICTE regulated Institutions
Uttarakhand : Karnataka
03-11-2023 to 15-11-2023
MVJ COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Digital Classrooms
An Activity on Pledge on Swatch Bharat was organized by EBSB Cell & IQAC, MVJCE
Tihar – Diwali Festival Celebration
Cultural Exchange
Cultural Programmes – Dance, Music, Drama, Literary Festivals, Lecture- Demonstrations in schools, colleges
Ministry of Tourism - Institute of Hotel Management (IHM)
Delhi : Sikkim
03-11-2023 to 03-11-2023
CIHM PUSA, NEW DELHI
IHM PUSA
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Under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, Celebration activities were conducted where in Folk song from Sikkim and Nepal region were sung by the College student Band for the staff and faculty members at an event organized to celebrate Diwali.
The gathering was explained about the essence of the festivities and meaning of the lyrics. The attendees thoroughly enjoyed the folk songs and felt same as the community of the sister/paired state ‘SIKKIM.’
Monthly Report
EBSB Reports
EBSB Annual Report by States/UTs
Ministry of Education- School Education and Literacy - Department of School Education and Literacy
Madhya Pradesh : Manipur and Nagaland
01-11-2023 to 30-11-2023
Nagaland
Monthly Report
Diwali Festival Based on the Culture of Manipur and Nagaland under Ek Bharat Shreshth Bharat Program
Utsavs and Mahotsavs
Holi/Diwali/Eid/Christmas, other festivals
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - RUSA funded Institutions
Madhya Pradesh : Manipur and Nagaland
01-11-2023 to 29-11-2023
GOVT GIRLS COLLEGE KATNI (MP)
Govt Girls College Katni MP
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A program on Diwali festival based on the culture of Manipur and Nagaland was organized under the Ek Bharat Shreshth Bharat program at Government Girls' College, Katni on 22 November 2023. The purpose of this program was to provide information about the diverse cultures of India to the students.
State Day Celebration of Chattisgarh
Dissemination of Information About the Paired State
Discussion
Ministry of Tourism - Institute of Hotel Management (IHM)
Gujarat : Chhattisgarh
01-11-2023 to 01-11-2023
CIHM GANDHINAGAR
AV Room
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An interactive awareness session was organized for the students of IHM Ahmedabad on 01.11.23 on the State Day Celebration to create awareness and showcase culture and tradition of the state.
EBSB Day
EBSB Day / EBSB Club
Ministry of Education- Higher Education - AICTE regulated Institutions
Uttar Pradesh : Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh
31-10-2023 to 31-10-2023
MANGALMAY INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
Mangalmay Institute of Engineering and Technology
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❖ Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Abhiyan started by Govt of India on 140th birthday of Sardar Ballabh Bhai Patel on dated 31-October-2015, Announced by Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi.
❖ The main aim of the program is to enhance the unity and integrity of India by mutual sharing of language learning, culture, traditions & music, tourism & cuisine, sports and sharing of best practices.
Meghalaya - Meghalaya (Abode of Clouds in Sanskrit, pronounced "meg-hah-lah-yah") is one of the seven North-Eastern states of India. Famous for its high rainfall, subtropical forests and biodiversity, it is abutted by Assam in the north and east and by Bangladesh in the south. The Abode of Clouds – Meghalaya is truly a beautiful place where you can fill clouds. Meghalaya attractions as Scotland of the east. The place is truly for nature lovers' delight with beautiful waterfalls, crystal clear pools, subtropical forests and caves. Meghalaya has a tropical climate.
Arunachal Pradesh- The state is situated in the great Himalayan ranges. Arunachal Pradesh is blessed with breath taking beautiful hilly terrains deep gorges beautiful valleys and plateaus, dense and lush green forests with unique varieties of flora and fauna. Popularly known as 'Land of the Dawn-lit-Mountains', Arunachal Pradesh is India's remotest state and the first Indian soil to greet the rising sun.
