The Department of Home Economics of S.S. Girls College, Gondia, run by Gondia Education Society, successfully organised a farewell programme for the final year B.A. students. The event, titled “Aagaz-e-Alvida”, was held under the able guidance of respected Patron of Gondia Education Society, Shri Prafulbhai Patel, President Smt. Varshatai Patel, Secretary Shri Rajendra Jain, and Director Shri Nikhil Jain, along with the dynamic leadership of the college Principal, Dr. Sharda Mahajan.
The programme commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp. The welcome address and introduction were delivered by Dr. G. A. Bhalerao, Head of the Department of Home Economics.
In her presidential address, Principal Dr. Sharda Mahajan guided the students with inspiring words and extended her best wishes for a bright future. She encouraged the students to continue their education, choose their passion-driven fields, and strive to stand on their own feet with confidence and determination.
Dr. Gokula Bhalerao, Head of the Department, provided valuable insights into various career opportunities available in the field of Home Economics. She motivated the students to pursue higher studies, particularly M.A. in Home Economics, and wished them success in all their future endeavours.
The successful organisation of the programme was made possible through the dedicated efforts and cooperation of Dr. G. A. Bhalerao, Dr. Madhuri Khobragade, Prof. Deepti Brahmankar, and Prof. Rashmi Randive from the Department of Home Economics.

Under the aegis of Gondia Education Society, S.S. Girls College, Gondia, successfully organized “Gyanjyoti Parv” to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule.
The program was organized under the able guidance of the society’s patrons — respected Prabhulbhai Patel, President Vrushalatai Patel, Secretary Rajendraji Jain, and Director Nikhilji Jain — and under the dynamic leadership of the college Principal, Dr. Sharda Mahajan.
The main objective of the program was to instill the thoughts and ideals of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule in the lives of the students.
A series of events were organized from 8th April to 11th April 2026 to educate the girl students about the life, work, struggles, and philosophy of Jyotirao Phule.
On 8th April 2026, Dr. Gokula Bhalerao, Head of the Home Economics Department, delivered an enlightening session titled “Jyotiba Ki Pathshala”, in which she threw light on the life, contributions, and progressive thoughts of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule and motivated the students.
On 10th April 2026, a General Knowledge Competition and an Essay Competition were organized to test the students’ knowledge about Mahatma Jyotirao Phule.
Results of the competitions:
General Knowledge Competition
First Prize: Ku. Swati Meshram and Ku. Santoshi Sakhare
Second Prize: Ku. Madhavi Thakur
Essay Competition
First Prize: Mansi Bharne
Second Prize: Karishma Lillare
Third Prize: Durgeshwari Kale
Prof. Sakhare and Prof. Suresh Patle served as judges for both competitions.
On 11th April 2026, the valedictory function was held, which included floral tributes, expression of thoughts, and prize distribution.
Addressing the students on this occasion, Principal Dr. Sharda Mahajan said:
“On this auspicious occasion of Jyotirao Phule’s birth anniversary, we remember his great ideals —
‘Education is Power’,
‘Equal Rights for All’, and
‘Rejection of Blind Faith and Superstition’.
This program is a small but sincere effort to carry forward these ideals. I am confident that all of you will imbibe these values in your lives and act according to his progressive thoughts.”
On this occasion, students Ku. Divya Meshram, Ku. Payal Talte, Ku. Meenakshi Meshram, along with Dr. Archana Jain, Prof. Sandeep Rahul, Dr. Sudhir Gautam, and Prof. Patle also expressed their thoughts on the life and work of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule.
At the concluding ceremony, Principal Dr. Sharda Mahajan felicitated all the winning students by presenting them with prizes and certificates.
The program was compered by the organizer Dr. Gokula Bhalerao, while Prof. Deepti Brahmanakar proposed the vote of thanks.
The program was graced by the presence of Arts Faculty In-charge Dr. Jain, Home Science Faculty In-charge Dr. Khatwani, Dr. Narde, all teaching and non-teaching staff members, and a large number of students.
The successful organization of “Gyanjyoti Parv” was made possible through the dedicated efforts of Dr. G.A. Bhalerao (Head, Home Economics Department), Dr. Madhuri Khobragade, Prof. Deepti Chute, Prof. Rashmi Randive, Prof. Sandeep Rahul (Department of Political Science), and the active participation of the students.

Under the successful guidance of Gondia Education Society, the Home Economics Department of S.S. Girls College, Gondia, organized a grand programme titled “Nayi Udaan Purani Yaade” to welcome the first-year MA students and bid farewell to the second-year MA students.
The event was held under the able patronage of Hon. Prafulbhai Patel (Chief Patron), Hon. Varshatai Patel (Chairperson), Hon. Rajendraji Jain (Secretary), and Hon. Nikhilji Jain (Director), and under the dynamic leadership and support of the college Principal, Hon. Dr. Sharda Mahajan.
The programme began with the traditional lighting of the lamp (Deep Prajwalan). Dr. G.A. Bhalerao, Head of the Home Economics Department, delivered the welcome address. In her presidential speech, Principal Dr. Sharda Mahajan guided the students and extended her best wishes for a bright future.
Dr. Jain (In-charge, Arts Faculty), Dr. G.A. Bhalerao, Dr. Madhuri Khobragade, Prof. Deepti Brahmankar, and Prof. Rashmi Randive also addressed the gathering, offering heartfelt blessings to all MA first-year and second-year students and presenting them with notebooks as a token of welcome.
On this occasion, the second-year MA students shared their memorable experiences. The student representative, Ku. Payal Waghade, along with Saloni Tadekar, Sonali Sardare, Ranju Harde, Yukti Mane, Neelam Mane, Mamta Lilhare, Namrata Bhivgade, Achal Chanap, Bhumeshwari Raut, Priyanka Turkar, and Rohini Iskape, expressed their feelings and gratitude.
The programme was efficiently anchored by Nupur Thantharate, a first-year MA student. The vote of thanks was proposed by Saloni Tandekar, a second-year MA student.
The success of the programme was made possible through the dedicated efforts of Dr. G.A. Bhalerao (Head, Home Economics Department), Dr. Madhuri Khobragade, Prof. Deepti Brahmankar, Prof. Rashmi Randive, and the first-year MA students: Nupur Thantharate, Laxmi Dadure, Neha Khandwaye, Santoshi Sakhare, Maya Padhre, Sheetal Vadhive, Leena Undirwade, Mangla Katre, Anjali Sursaut, Ritika Tamrkar, Rupa Kunjam, Nalini Thakare, Pooja Vadhai, Reshma Parteeti, Surbhi Bahekar, Pragya Shende, along with the teaching and non-teaching staff who worked tirelessly behind the scenes.
The programme beautifully blended nostalgia with new beginnings, leaving lasting memories in the hearts of all students and faculty members.

With the aim of making the students self-reliant and preparing them for self-employment, the college tries to develop various skills in the students.
For this, the students are motivated for various trainings and are also given the opportunity to take training.
Under this, the students were given the opportunity to participate in the 30-day free training program of “Beautician” organized by BOI Rseti, Gondia Bank of India Gramin swyrojgar society.
Trainer was Trupti Kharwade &
Ashvini tembhrunkar

This training was from 18/02/26 to 25/03/26. In which a total of 4 students of the college participated.
Certificates were given to the participating students.

Home Economics Department and the Incubation Center of S.S. Girls’ College, Gondia, operated by Gondia Education Society, and Pilot mashroom farm &academy,
At- Bamhani, pauni, dist.- Bhandara jointly organized Mushroom Cultivation Training for students from 10 March to 20 March 2026.
The main objective of this training was to develop entrepreneurial skills among students, making them self-reliant and encouraging their interest in the field of entrepreneurship. Over one months, students received both practical and theoretical knowledge on mushroom cultivation from Rupali Gajbhiye of Pilot Mushroom Farm and Academy, Bhandara.
During the training, students were given hands-on experience in mushroom production, including:

• Sowing mushroom seeds,
• Preparing compost fertilizer,
• Maintaining the required temperature,
• Understanding the growth cycle of mushrooms,
• Harvesting mushrooms,
• Packaging and marketing the produce.
  At the end of the training, certificates were awarded to the participants.

The organisers of this training were Dr.Gokula Amit Bhalerao (Head of the Home Economics Department and Incubation Center Coordinator), along with Dr. Madhuri Khobragade, Prof. Rashmi Randive, and Prof. Deepti Brahmankar.
Total 18 student were benifited by the training.

The course was formally inaugurated by Principal Dr. Sharda Mahajan and Mrs. Ashwini Tembhurnikar from RSETI.

After the inauguration, the registration of students was completed and the course commenced.

In the modern era, greater emphasis is being placed on start-ups, small-scale industries, and entrepreneurship. With the objective of helping youth establish themselves in the field of business and develop skills required to compete with larger companies, this certificate course was organized.

The chief trainer and speaker, Mrs. Chetna Patil from Jalgaon, conducted the training sessions. Mr. Abdul Wasim (Director, RSETI) along with Mr. Arvind and Mrs. Ashwini also provided important guidance related to Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP) and employment opportunities through various sessions during the course.

During the training program, students created various types of jewelry using materials such as jute, wooden, fabric, glass beads, silk thread, leather, flowers, terracotta, chilled beads, shells, and fusion materials.

Students were also trained in costing and labeling of the jewelry produced during the training.

To showcase the jewelry made by the students, an RSETI Bazaar was organized where citizens of Gondia city were invited to view and appreciate the creativity and skills of the students.

On this occasion, Principal Dr. Sharda Mahajan congratulated the students and emphasized the importance of self-employment. She also encouraged the students by purchasing some of their jewelry.

All participating students were awarded certificates.

The staff and students of the college congratulated and appreciated the trained participants.

The successful organization of the training program was made possible with the efforts of Coordinator Dr. Gokula Bhalerao and Dr. Ishwari Khatwani, along with supporting faculty members Dr. Madhuri Khobragade, Prof. Deepti Chute, Prof. Rashmi Randive, and the cooperation of all teaching and non-teaching staff of the college as well as all members of RSETI.

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, an event titled “Jewellery Sales Market” was organized with the objective of empowering students, making them self-reliant and strong, helping them stand on their own feet, develop decision-making abilities, and prepare them for self-employment.

During the programme, an exhibition and sale of various types of jewellery made by the students was organized. Citizens of Gondia city were invited to encourage the students’ skills and to purchase the jewellery displayed by them.

The main objective of the programme was to motivate students to start new businesses in the market through innovative ideas, techniques, and products.

On this occasion, the Principal of the college, Hon. Dr. Sharda Mahajan, and Ms. Ashwini Tembhurnikar from BOI Star RSETI were felicitated by the college with mementos for their excellent work in their respective fields on the occasion of Women’s Day.

Addressing the participating students, the Principal explained how students can become self-reliant by turning their talents and skills into employment opportunities while working from home through new ideas, techniques, products, and innovative concepts.

She also spoke about how one can achieve success in life if they truly decide from the heart to do something new and meaningful.

Dr. Mahajan expressed her gratitude to the entire college family for honoring her.

The programme was conducted by Dr. Gokula Bhalerao and the vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Eshwari Khatwani.

The programme was successfully organized by the Head of the Department of Home Economics, Dr. G. A. Bhalerao, along with Dr. Khatwani, Dr. Madhuri Khobragade, Prof. Deepti Chute, Prof. Rashmi Randive, and the students.

Many students participated in the programme and benefited from it.

हा दौरा गृहविज्ञान विभागाच्या प्रमुख डॉ. गोकुला भालेराव मॅडम यांच्या मार्गदर्शनाखाली पार पडला. त्यांच्यासह विभागातील एकूण चार प्राध्यापक उपस्थित होते. या शैक्षणिक दौर्‍याचा मुख्य उद्देश विद्यार्थिनींना प्रत्यक्ष अनुभवातून ज्ञान मिळवून देणे व अभ्यासक्रमाशी संबंधित बाबी समजावून घेणे हा होता.

दौऱ्यादरम्यान विद्यार्थिनींनी विविध ठिकाणी भेटी देऊन सामाजिक, आर्थिक व गृहविज्ञानाशी निगडित घटकांचा अभ्यास केला. या दौर्‍यामुळे विद्यार्थिनींमध्ये निरीक्षणशक्ती, व्यवहारज्ञान तसेच सामाजिक जाणीव वाढीस लागली.

हा शैक्षणिक अभ्यास दौरा विद्यार्थिनींसाठी अत्यंत उपयुक्त व ज्ञानवर्धक ठरला. दौऱ्याच्या यशस्वी आयोजनासाठी विभागप्रमुख व सर्व प्राध्यापकांचे तसेच सहभागी विद्यार्थिनींचे सहकार्य मोलाचे ठरले.

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