Early Times Report JAMMU, Sept 23: In a captivating 60-minute motivational session, Pradeep Dutta, a seasoned journalist and founder of Line of Communication - a digital platform for demolishing angi India narrative at global platform - ignited the spark of determination in the young minds of Mahant Bachittar Singh (MBS) College of Engineering Technology here today. Using the potent trio of Song, Storytelling, and Shayri, Dutta during induction session navigated the students through the complexities of life, imparting invaluable lessons on overcoming pressure, stress, and adversity. With poetic flair, Dutta exhorted the Gen Z students to remain laser-focused on their goals, impervious to distractions. "Utar charaav zindagi mein ayenge, par unse ghabrana nehi (Ups and downs will come in life, but remember not to get intimidated)," he counselled, emphasising that the only competition worth having is with oneself. "You have to be a better version of yourself," he urged, inspiring the students to strive for self-improvement. Dutta's poetic expression, "Yaad rakh har koi kabhi na kabhi kehi na kehi toota hai. Jo kehta woh nehi toota, aik dum jhootha hai. Toot kar jurh, jurh kar uth, uth kar daurh, magar maidan se bhaagna mat (Remember, everyone breaks or falters sometimes in life. Those who say they don't are absolute liars. Break, mend, rise, and run, but don't flee the field," resonated deeply with the students, motivating them to persevere in the face of adversity. The session was punctuated by soul-stirring songs, including the uplifting "Yeh jeevan hai, is jeevan ka, yehi hai, yehi hai rang roop," which the students sang along to, creating a positive and electric atmosphere in the auditorium. Dutta also shared inspiring stories that highlighted the importance of starting the day with a smile, cherishing time with parents, and seeking the blessings of teachers (Gurus). The students were deeply moved by these anecdotes, which imparted valuable life lessons on the significance of relationships and personal growth. The session concluded with a engaging Q&A segment, where students interacted with Dutta, seeking guidance on various aspects of life. Prof. Sarbjeet Kaur, Head of the APSH Department, and other staff members expressed their gratitude to Dutta for his inspiring presentation, presenting him with a memento as a token of appreciation. |