The corridors of Khalsa College for Women, Civil Lines, Ludhiana reverberated with enthusiasm and joy as the Fine Arts Department along with Skill Development Council in collaboration with National Edu Trust of India organized “Ecopreneur Diwali” to promote sustainability and creativity through eco-friendly festive exhibits on 16th October, 2025. This humongous event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest Dr. Ramandeep Kaur, Civil Surgeon, Ludhiana and the esteemed members of managing committee Madam Kushal Dhillon, Sardarni Ravinder Kaur Grewal, Madam Manmeet Kaur Grewal, Director Dr. (Mrs.) Mukti Gill and the college Principal Dr. Kamaljit Grewal.
Over 65 participants showcased innovative creations made from discarded materials under stalls such as Eco Fusion Creation, Paradise Preserved, Heritage Loops, Sustainable Glow for Candles, and Sparsh (The Touch of Art). The event was judged on creativity, use of waste materials, and aesthetic appeal.
Winners: 1st – Gayatri Paul (Tag 11), 2nd – Aditi (Tag 42), 3rd – Rozy (Tag 80). Special Awards: Mehak (Eco Message), Naina Garg (Aesthetic Excellence), Praytal (Spirit of Diwali), Mansi (Festive Glow), Mohika (Functional Genius).
The various departments of the college put up around 80 stalls comprising of fancy diyas,stones art, decorative candles and bottles, glass painting and photoframes etc. Amazing and trendy fashion stalls such as nail art, painted suits and dupattas along with hand made jewellery was another attraction of the event. The Botany Department put up a stall of plants to promote healthy and green diwali. NGOS’ like Guru Gyan Jyoti Viklang Welfare Society, Ek Jot Viklang Bachon ka School and Association for Blinds catering to the needs of special children also put up stalls where beautiful handicrafts were at display.
Principal Dr. Kamaljit Grewal appreciated the students’ efforts in promoting green celebration and entrepreneurial thinking. She further extended heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed members of management and the guests for gracing the event. Dr. Priyanka Khanna, Skill Development Cell Incharge, emphasized that such activities nurture creativity and environmental awareness among youth.