Hoshiarpur (Daljit Ajnoha):- Lamrin Tech Skills University (LTSU) Punjab, in collaboration with the Raiyat Educational and Research Trust, organised ‘Yuva Kaushal Utsav 2026 – Season 4.0’ on its campus with great enthusiasm and energy.
Member of Parliament from Sri Anandpur Sahib, Malvinder Singh Kang, attended the event as the chief guest. University Chancellor N.S. Raiyat, Vice Chancellor Dr. A.S. Chawla, Pro-Vice Chancellor-cum-Registrar Prof. B.S. Satyal and other senior officials warmly welcomed him.
The chief guest inaugurated the festival by lighting the ceremonial lamp and congratulated the university management for creating such a large platform for young people.
Addressing the gathering, Malvinder Singh Kang said, “Sixty-five per cent of India’s population is young, and young people are the backbone of our country. Punjab’s future lies in the hands of its youth, who must chart the direction of its progress. There are numerous opportunities for skill development for Punjab’s youth, and Lamrin University is doing commendable work in this direction.”
Welcoming the chief guest, Pro-Vice Chancellor Dr. B.S. Satyal said the university provides education in modern and emerging fields in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Around 70 per cent of the emphasis is placed on skill-based education so that students are fully prepared for employment after completing their degrees.
‘Yuva Kaushal Utsav Season 4.0’ emerged as a vibrant platform that brought together students, academicians, innovators and enthusiasts from across the region.
More than 525 students from various schools enthusiastically participated in over two dozen competitions and activities. These included talent hunts, classical and folk dances, open mic, brain cell, poster exhibitions, tug of war, “Lathe Strife” and electro craft. Students also set up various stalls to showcase their practical skills, management abilities and creativity.
All winners were awarded mementoes and certificates. Chancellor N.S. Raiyat and Vice Chancellor Dr. A.S. Chawla distributed the prizes and appreciated the participants’ innovative skills, dedication and creativity.
In his address, Dr. A.S. Chawla said, “Participating without pressure is the best way to learn. It helps make an impact on stage, connect with the audience and build confidence—and confidence is the key to success.” He encouraged students to recognise their abilities, innovate without fear and make a meaningful contribution to nation-building.
The event celebrated the power of skills, technology and innovation, highlighted future opportunities and inspired the next generation of technology professionals.
Around 3,000 students from various schools participated in the large-scale event and gained valuable knowledge and new experiences.
CEO Vimal Malhotra, Dr. N.S. Gill, Dr. H.P.S. Dhami, Dr. Ashutosh Sharma (all Executive Deans), Dr. Rajinder Kaur, Dr. Amit Sharma, Engineer Amandeep Singh, Engineer Mandeep Atwal, Professor Narinder Bhumbla (PRO), other senior officials, faculty members and students were also present.
