EARLY TIMES REPORT
KATRA, Nov 22: To observe the World Philosophy Day a one-day seminar on the theme "Self and Corruption" was organized by the School of Philosophy and Culture, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra.
Dr. Ashok K Tarai, presented the theme of the seminar, which was followed by an enchanting address by Prof. V. K, Bhat, Dean Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, SMVDU. Prof. Bhat highlighted the importance of scholarly reflection on such a burning issue and the role of philosophers of our society in giving a new direction to our generation.Prof. Sudhir K Jain, the Vice Chancellor, SMVDU and the chief guest on the occasion also addressed the august gathering of young, talented, and boisterous youth. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Jain elaborately highlighted four dimensions of corruption namely Scientific and Technological, Psychological, Economic, and Philosophical. Prof. M Tajuddin, Dr. Ashutosh Vashishth, Dr. V.K Tripathi, Sumantha S. Sharma also addressed the gathering on the occasion. Prof. Ved Kumari Ghai, the renowned Indologist and Social Activist from Jammu held the chair and presented her thoughts on the theme. Students and faculty members from various neighboring colleges namely Government MAM College Jammu, RK Dogra College Akhnoor Jammu, Government College for Women Udhampur, participated in the seminar. |
