Ashra

About ASHRA Club

ASHRA club is the community engagement club. It aims at the upliftment of society and spreading awareness about issues affecting the community at large.

Vision and Mission

The main mission of the club is to induce the spirit of community participation among the students for the welfare and benefit of society. It gives platform to the students to develop professional and leadership skills through making individual and collective contributions for communal work.

Coordinator Details

Name Qualification Vidwan ID Email ID
Dr. Meenu Gupta B.Com, M.com, Ph.D 276017 [email protected]

Awards/Achievements

ASHRA club of GGDSD College received certificate of Recognition by LEO club of Chandigarh Fortune on 15 February, 2024 for the generous contribution and cooperation extended towards humanitarian endeavor.

Club Activities

(Year Wise of Last 03 Years)

S No Date Name of the Event Details of the activity Activity Type
2024-2025
1. 05-11-2024 Interactive Session at Mental Health Institute, Chandigarh On November 5, 2024, the Ashra Club of GGDSD College organized a meaningful and heartwarming interactive session at the Mental Health Institute, Sector-32, Chandigarh. The event was aimed at promoting awareness, fostering empathy, and working towards de-stigmatizing mental health challenges, particularly through positive, engaging interactions between college students and patients at the facility. More than 35 student volunteers participated in the initiative, which saw them engage with patients through a variety of fun-filled and therapeutic activities Community Engagement Activity
2. 30-08-2024 Visit to Atal Incubation Centre- Indian School of Business An outreach /community engagement activity to Atal Incubation Centre-Indian School of Business (ISB) visit on 30th August, 2024 aimed to include under privileged students, making them aware of the vast opportunities available for start ups and various government schemes designed to support their entrepreneurial aspirations. outreach /community engagement activity
3. 13-08- 2024 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Outreach Program On August 13th 2024, at 10:00 AM, the Ashra club in collaboration with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), of GGDSD College, organized an outreach activity at PML SD Public School. Over 50 students attended the session, making it a great experience for everyone involved. The event ended on a highly positive note, leaving both the students and the team energized and engaged, with a strong encouragement to actively participate in the world of innovation and entrepreneurship. Social Community Program
2024-2025
1. 3-03-2024 Ashra Club visits Kartar Aasra Trust The ASHRA CLUB organized a visit to KARTAR AASRA TRUST, an old-age home & an orphanage on 3rd March 2024 at 12 Noon. The visit was aimed at empowering the children at KARTAR AASRA TRUST with essential knowledge and skills to ensure their well-being and security. For this, the members of ASHRA CLUB conducted a class on ‘Personal Safety Measures. The CLUB members had conversations around the same in smaller groups with the kids to ensure the message was clearly communicated to them and to clear any queries the kids had. Community Engagement Activity
2. 15-02-2024 “Closed the Gap” : Visit To Access Life Cancer Home, Chandigarh
  • The Ashra Club of GGDSD College, in collaboration with Leo Club Chandigarh Fortune under the umbrella of Lions Intern ational, organized the heartwarming event *Closed The Gap* at Access Life Cancer Home, Sector 23A, Chandigarh on February 15, 2024. The initiative provided an opportunity for club members to connect with cancer patients, fostering smiles and imparting valuable insights.
  • The event featured an array of engaging activities and cultural performances, spreading joy and creating cherished memories for both the children and the members. This joint effort left a positive imprint on the lives of many disadvantaged children, embodying the spirit of compassion and community involvement.
  • It served as a platform for children to unfurl their creative potential. Activities such as sock puppet designing, hand print activity, card making and coloring session were performed. The event was meticulously crafted to engage and inspire them through dance performances by student volunteers of the Ashra Club.
 Social Community Engagement Activity
3. 16-02-2024 Entrepreneurship Outreach Program for under privileged students
  • The Ashra Club of GGDSD college in collaboration with IIC organized Innovation Entrepreneurship and Social Community Involvement Program at Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 32-C, Chandigarh.
  • More than 50 students from diverse streams including students of the school’s NSS Unit enthusiastically participated in this enlightening session. Dr. Ajay Sharma, Principal, GGDSD College, motivated the club members to spread awareness through interactive session with school students on innovation and startup. Key Takeaways from the session are Startup Initiatives at GGDSD, Practical Insights into Startups and Idea Pitching Contest. The overwhelming participation and positive feedback from students underscored the success of the program in achieving its objectives.
 Social Community Engagement Activity
4. 15-04-2023 Webinar on Building a Professional Career in Consultancy The Ashra Club of Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Chandigarh organized a webinar on the topic ‘ Building a Professional Career in Consultancy ‘ on 15th April, 2023 under The Impact Project – GGDSD Chapter. Principal, Dr. Ajay Sharma applauded the efforts of the organizers conducting this session and encouraged the students to research different career opportunities. Mr. Hitesh Gulati, the Founder of Diversity Ace Business Consulting and a Human Capital Transformation and Change Management Consultant, was the key speaker of the session. Dr. Meenu Gupta, the club coordinator welcomed the guest speaker. Around 150 students attended this knowledgeable and interactive session. Career Guidance Program
2022-23
1. 20-02-2023 Workshop on Design Thinking, Critical Thinking and Innovation Design The Ashra club organised a workshop on “Design Thinking, Critical Thinking, and Innovation Design” at the PML SD Business School today in partnership with the college’s Bosons, IIC, and Resonance Clubs. The workshop’s resource person was Dr. Ravinder Singh, a civil servant and manager of the Central Digital and Data Office (CDDO) of the Cabinet Office in London. He engaged in a dynamic and engaging conversation with the college’s aspiring entrepreneurs and answered specific queries about ways to develop a creative and design thinking capacity. He went into further detail on the value of thinking outside the box for a successful entrepreneur. Career Guidance Program
2. 16-02-2023 CLUEMINATI CLUEMINATI an entertainment event designed to promote innovation and entrepreneurship organized by ASHRA CLUB in GGDSD College on 16th February 2023 from 12:00 noon onwards within the college premises. More than 30 teams with 100 members from different disciplines participated in the hunt. The event was educational for all the participants as well as the students in the organising committee. The club team members of organising committee expressed their sincere gratitude to Dr. Ajay Sharma Principal GGDSD College for his constant support and motivation. Student engagement Activity
3. 11-11-2022 National Education Day : Creative Writing Competition
  • The Ashra club in collaboration with Institution Innovation Council, GGDSD College, Sector 32, Chandigarh, organized a Creative Writing Competition to Celebrate National Education Day on November 11, 2022. Over 60 entries from students of diverse backgrounds and disciplines participated in the event. The event aimed to celebrate National Education Day: Creative Writing Competition by equipping students with knowledge the importance of education.
  • Over 60 students and faculty members attended the event.
 Student engagement Activity
4. 21-08-2022 PowerPoint Presentation Competition on World Entrepreneurs Day The ASHRA club of Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Sector 32, Chandigarh in collaboration with Bosons Club, Phoenix Club and IIC organised a PowerPoint Presentation Competition with the theme “World Entrepreneurs Day” to celebrate the World Entrepreneurs Day on August 21, 2022. The goal of the event was to get people thinking about the importance of innovation in society and the role that young people can play in establishing India as an innovation powerhouse. Student engagement Activity
5. 4-06-2022 Session on Consulting -Careers & Cracking Interviews
  • The Ashra Club, GGDSD college, Sector 32 C , Chandigarh organised ForumX under The Impact Project: GGDSD Chapter on “Consulting- Careers and Cracking Case Interviews” on 4 June 2022.
  • Dr Ajay Sharma, Principal, GGDSD college welcomed the speakers of the day and encouraged the students to research different career opportunities. The college students gained practical experience from this session, organised by Dr, Meenu Gupta, convener of Ashra Club.
  • Mr. Gurashish Singh, Associate at Bain & Company, conducted the session on the basics of management consulting, careers and skills required to crack interviews. Mr. Abhishek Sethi, working with KPMG and founder of Consulting Club-UBS, Chandigarh, guided students on solving guesstimates and Mr. Manishit Chadha, IIM Lucknow, and senior associate with BCG, talked about live case solving and his experience.
 Career counseling Program

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