COSMOS 2009

The 13th Annual day of ICG was celebrated in full vigour on the 5th of January, 2008 in the ICG lawns. The theme of the programme was Cosmos– 2009. It was a wonderful synchronization of the classical and the modern, forms of Dance and Music.  Full of vigour and enthusiasm, the students of the college presented a beautiful cultural extravaganza incorporating foot tapping dances, music, rhythm and fashion show that left the audience enthralled. 

Ms. Bina Kaak, Minister for Tourism, Art and Culture, Women and Child Development, Rajasthan was the Chief Guest for the occasion while the bloom of Bengali Cinema Ms. Koel Mullick graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. Dr. Ashok Gupta, Director of the Institution formally welcomed the guests and acquainted them with the achievements of the students and faculty in the session 2007-08. Dr. Gupta apprised the students and the parents about the grant of a Deemed-to-be-a-University Status to ICG by UGC, effective from 2009-10. 

Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Bina Kaak appreciated the talent and enthusiasm of the students. She emphasized on all round development of human personality and not just the attainment of degrees. She added that youth should take pride in being Indian and expressed hope that the young students of ICG would contribute to the growth of their institution, society and above all their country. Ms. Koel in her address to the students congratulated them for their captivating performances. She blessed the students and wished them good luck for their future endeavours.  

The programme began in traditional fervour by the invoking the divine spirits- the Vandana which was presented in the form of Krishna Stuti. This was followed by a variety of dances like Gangaur pujan, Kathak Jugalbandi, sufi theme based dance, and western dance like salsa, choreography-rhythm of seasons and phoenix etc. 

The fashion show – “Fashion Fiesta” exhibiting the handloom and eco friendly costumes indigenously designed by the students and faculty of the college were captivating. In the jewellery round of the fashion show, beautiful jewellery and ornaments of foil, tissue paper, nuts etc. were exhibited.  

Reminiscences – gave a quick glimpse of the various activities held in the College throughout the year. 

The academic toppers as well as achievers in various cultural and sports activities were awarded on the occasion. Head Girl Tanvi Srivastava was declared as ICGian of the year, Shanu Shukla got the title of ICGian genius 2008, Vanshika Mathur got ‘talent of the year’ title and Trisha Mukherjee was selected as ‘Voice of the year’. 

The programme was a success and everybody enjoyed and appreciated the excellent presentation put up by the students of ICG.