Innocent Hearts College of Education celebrated Baisakhi festival.

Innocent Hearts College of Education celebrated the spring harvest festival Baisakhi with the objective of preserving and transferring the rich cultural heritage of Punjab to our would-be teachers. Alumni member Nandini elucidated the religious importance of Baisakhi, when Khalsa Panth was formed in the year 1699 under the leadership of Guru Gobind Singhji, the tenth Guru of the Sikhs. Dressed up in her traditional garb, student-teacher Luvisha performed Gidda energetically which made the student-teachers experience the feeling of optimism and togetherness. Student-teacher Aastha demonstrated the importance of Baisakhi festival for the Indian farmers with a descriptive poster.  Bolis and Tappes were chanted which added to the merriment and amusement.

INNOCENT HEARTS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION GRABS THE LIMELIGHT WITH OUTSTANDING RESULT

The student-teachers of Innocent Hearts College of Education brought accolades home by achieving 93 percent First divisions in the result of GNDU B.Ed. Semester – I Examination (Dec – 2025). The college has always focused on providing qualitative education which is clearly reflected in the students’ academic performance, where 47 percent of student-teachers have achieved more than 7.00 SGPA (Semester Grade Point Average).

Suman achieved first position in the college with 8.10 SGPA, Radhika Sharma bagged second position with 7.90 SGPA and Ashu Jain attained third position in the college with 7.70 SGPA. Suman expressed her heartfelt gratitude towards the almighty, parents and teachers. She said, "This would not have been possible without constant emotional support from my parents. Teachers have always provided their able guidance and timely motivation which led to this academic achievement." Radhika Sharma thankfully uttered, “I am grateful to share that I have secured second position. This achievement is the result of the constant guidance and support of my teachers, especially Principal Sir, who encouraged me throughout. I am also thankful to my family for their unwavering belief in me. This accomplishment inspires me to keep working harder and striving for excellence.”  Ashu Jain expressed, “This achievement is the result of my sincere efforts and determination. I would like to thank my teachers for their valuable guidance and my parents for always motivating me and believing in me”.

On this proud occasion, Executive Director (Colleges), Mrs. Aradhana Bowry extended her heartfelt congratulations to all the achievers and applauded the dedication of the faculty. Principal Dr. Arjinder Singh motivated all the student-teachers to succeed further with more willpower and determination. The members of Management, Principal and faculty members congratulated the student-teachers for their notable achievements. All the student- teachers thanked their mentors for providing individual attention and for instilling positivity in them.

Innocent Hearts College of Education observed Martyrs day

The NSS unit of Innocent Hearts College of Education paid homage to the three heroic revolutionaries of India – Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar by observing the Martyrs day. A slogan writing competition on the theme of ‘Reviving slogans of Immortal Indian freedom fighters’ was organised to recall the inspirational quotes like "Inquilab Zindabad" and "Sarfaroshi ki tamanna ab hamare dil mein hai, dekhna ki zor kitna baazu-e-qatil mein hai”, these patriotic lines written by poet Bismil Azimabadi became a war cry for India's freedom struggle against the British rule. Krishan Gopal Singh achieved first position in slogan writing competition.

Future Educators Shine Bright at Innocent Hearts College of Education

Innocent Hearts College of Education once again sets a remarkable benchmark in teacher education with an outstanding performance in the GNDU B.Ed. Semester-III Examination. The excellent results clearly reflect the institution’s strong focus on school internship and  community engagement, which play a vital role in shaping competent future educators.

All the student-teachers of the college secured First Division, demonstrating their dedication and the quality of mentoring provided by the institution. 100%  student-teachers achieved distinction, highlighting the consistent academic culture nurtured at the college.

A remarkable 78.7% student-teachers secured the highest SGPA of 9.00, jointly attaining the First position in the college. These achievers include: Avneet Kaur, Harsimran Kaur, Shaveta Soni, Rupam Kumari, Ishan Sharma, Ameesha Wadhwa, Sanju, Aarushi Mahajan, Isha Bajaj, Ruchika Mehta, Muskaan, Manmeet Kaur, Gunveen Kaur, Gursehaj Kaur, Mehak Sharma, Ankita, Preeti Dutta, Ritika Kaura, Mandeep Shahi, Simranjit Kaur, Kavita Giri, Kanika Verma, Puneet Kaur Rai, Shikha Kapoor, Simrandeep Kaur, Janvi Arora, Vibha Chawla, Yukti, Purnima Sethi, Mansha Vij, Karan Behl, Deeksha, Khushi Sharma, Jyoti Bhatia, Mehak Khera, Geetika and Priya Bajaj.

The student-teachers expressed heartfelt gratitude to their Principal and faculty members for their constant guidance and support. They credited their success to the conducive teaching-learning environment at the college.

Congratulating the achievers, Mrs. Aradhana Bowry, Executive Director (Colleges), applauded the students for their dedication and perseverance. She emphasized that such achievements reflect the institution’s commitment to preparing competent, compassionate and future-ready educators.

Principal Dr. Arjinder Singh also congratulated the student-teachers and their family members and encouraged them to continue striving for excellence in their professional journey as educators.

The Management, Principal and faculty members extended their warm congratulations to all the student-teachers for their outstanding academic achievement and wished them success in their future careers.

INNOCENT HEARTS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION CELEBRATED HOLI

The student-teachers of Innocent Hearts College of Education celebrated the colourful festival Holi under the essence of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ program conveying the message of Holi being a symbol of love and merriment as well as brotherhood and unity. Spectacular vibrant pigments were displayed by the students in the ‘Natural eco-friendly colour-making competition’. The participants prepared beautiful shades in a very surprising manner with flowers and vegetables. Principal Dr. Arjinder Singh and faculty members congratulated the winners and wished all ‘A Safe and Healthy Holi’. In the end, the student-teachers enjoyed playing holi with flowers and organic colours.

Innocent Hearts College of Education organized Drug De-addiction Awareness Seminar

The Red Ribbon club of Innocent Hearts College of Education organized an awareness seminar on ‘Drug prevention, control and treatment measures’ in the adopted village Loharan. This awareness seminar aimed to sensitize villagers about the hazardous drug vulnerabilities and remove their fear of approaching health clinics for treatment.

The villagers were educated about the ill- effects of drug abuse and addiction. All the Red Ribbon club members wore red ribbons, made descriptive posters and charts depicting the helpline numbers to help people get treatment of drug abuse and addiction. RRC volunteer, Neha began the lecture by explaining how drug addiction starts, often through peer pressure or curiosity and later becomes a dangerous habit. She highlighted the ill-effects of drug addiction: physical effects like damage to the liver, lungs, and brain, as well as the psychological impact including anxiety, depression, and loss of concentration. RRC member Yasmeen stressed upon the social drug abuse consequences like broken family relations, poor work performances, misleading one to criminal thoughts.  Principal Dr. Arjinder Singh strongly cautioned against experimenting with drugs even once, as it could lead to dangerous consequences and lifetime regret. RRC Incharge Tarunjyoti Kaur explained the legal consequences, making the students and villagers aware of strict laws and punishments related to drug possession and consumption.

Innocent Hearts College of Education celebrated World Wetlands day

The NSS unit of Innocent Hearts College of Education under the aegis of DISHA-an initiative by Bowry Memorial Educational and Medical trust celebrated World Wetlands day with the theme - ‘Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage’. 

Creative wetland pot painting competition was organised to raise awareness amongst the student-teachers about the vital role of wetlands for people and the planet and the immense need of restoring wetlands. NSS volunteer Kavita Giri and Purnima Sethi achieved first prize in disseminating the message of valuing, managing, restoring and loving wetlands through their realistic pot paintings. Megha Sharma, Ritika Kaura and Isha Bajaj bagged second prize by creatively crafting migratory birds, fishes and animals symbolising the importance of wetlands in saving the lives of many endangered species. Principal Dr. Arjinder Singh, NSS Programme officer Ms. Tarunjyoti Kaur and all the NSS volunteers took pledge to take necessary steps for restoring, conserving and using wetlands sustainably. Certificates were given to all the participants.

Innocent Hearts College of Education celebrated Basant Panchami

The student-teachers of Innocent Hearts College of Education celebrated Basant Panchami with the theme ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat - Spring’s Arrival’. Kite-flying, yellow culinary delight and best out of waste competitions were organised by the Cultural club of the college. Dressed in their basanti garbs, the student-teachers enjoyed making yellow dishes and preparing pickles with economic value. All these tasks aimed at providing vocational education and experiential learning to the would-be teachers. Gurmeen Kaur achieved first position and Sanju bagged second position in the culinary delight competition. Vibha Chawla achieved first position in best out of waste competition. Vibrant kites freely tossed in the sky depicting freedom and the arrival of spring.

*Red Ribbon Club of Innocent Hearts College of Education spread ‘Say No to Drugs’ message*

The Red Ribbon club of Innocent Hearts College of Education organized a poster making competition on the theme ‘Choose Life, Not Drugs’. All the Red Ribbon club members wore red ribbons and made descriptive posters depicting the ill-effects of drug addiction. The physical ill-effects like damage to the liver, lungs and brain as well as the psychological impact including anxiety, depression, and loss of concentration were very well highlighted in the posters. Red Ribbon club Incharge Tarunjyoti Kaur said that this poster making competition aimed to sensitize adolescents about the hazardous drug vulnerabilities and to remove their fear of sharing anything suspicious. Mehak Sharma and Khushi Sharma achieved first position, Karan Behl bagged second position and Shaveta Soni achieved third position in poster making competition. Principal Dr. Arjinder Singh congratulated the winners and highlighted the fact that tobacco and alcohol are often referred to as gateway drugs as they are amongst the first substances consumed by adolescents.

Red Ribbon club of Innocent Hearts College of Education observed the World Aids day

The Red Ribbon club of Innocent Hearts College of Education observed the World Aids day with the theme "Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response" given by WHO for the year 2025. The theme emphasizes the need for sustained global cooperation and human-rights-centred approaches to end AIDS.

HIV and AIDS Awareness Campaigns were organized by the RRC would-be teachers in their teaching practice schools. All the Red Ribbon club (RRC) members wore red ribbons, made descriptive posters and charts depicting the helpline numbers for treatment of HIV.  They elucidated the symptoms of HIV and treatment of AIDS, raising awareness about AIDS which is an Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome caused by the spread of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection. The message given to the school students was not to talk or take anything from strangers, leave any bad company and participate in sports, yoga, physical activities and also to fight against the stigma attached to HIV with cooperation and will power.  AIDS awareness slogan ‘Let’s Stop HIV Together’ was raised in the teaching practice schools. The students were advised to further spread the awareness regarding AIDS helpline number 1097 to their parents.

A Poster making competition ‘Open your eyes before AIDS closes them’ was organized in the college in which Geetika achieved first prize. Principal Dr. Arjinder Singh bestowed prizes to the winners and certificates to the Red ribbon club members.