Pioneer News Service
Ranchi
Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm on Saturday. The celebrations commenced with the hoisting of the Tricolour by the Director, XISS, followed by the National Anthem and releasing of Tricolour balloons symbolising hope and aspiration towards building a better and more progressive society.
The celebrations, organised by the Marketing Management Programme students, were graced by the presence of Director, Dr Joseph Marianus Kujur SJ; Assistant Director, Dr Pradeep Kerketta SJ; Dean Academics, Dr Amar E Tigga; Fr Ashok Kandulna, Finance Officer; Dr Richard Sibbernsen, and Programme Heads, Dr Bhabani Prasad Mahapatra, Dr Kumar Mohit Spring, Dr Anant Kumar, and Dr Ratnesh Chaturvedi. Faculty members, staff, and students’ community came together to mark the occasion and share in the celebrations.
In his address, Dr Kujur said, “As we celebrate 80 years of our freedom and India’s remarkable journey of transformation into a nuclear, space and digital power, with a growing voice across the Global South, our achievements must also inspire introspection. Our next decade must be about inclusive development, quality education, accessible healthcare, entrepreneurship, responsible use of AI, ethical leadership, and attention to mental health and happiness of the citizens.”
He concluded saying that our progress will be truly meaningful only when it improves the quality of life, dignity, and opportunities of every citizen. We should not just aspire to build a strong nation, but work to make it equitable, peaceful, healthy and happy for all generations.”
