“Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high, where knowledge is free;

Where the world has not been broken up into fragments by narrow domestic walls:

Where words come out from the depth of truth;

Where tireless striving stretches its arms towards perfection;

Where the clear stream of reason has not lost its way into dreary desert sand of dead habit;

Where the mind is led forward by thee into ever-widening Thought and action.

Into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake.”

Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore

St. Vincent Pallotti College, Raipur, celebrated the 79th  Independence Day of India with great zeal and the patriotic fervor on 15thAugust 2025 in the college campus. The entire college community, including the Principal, Vice Principal, faculty members, staff, and students, gathered to commemorate the occasion and pay homage to the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for the nation.

The celebration began with a warm welcome by the student anchors that set the patriotic tone of the program. This was followed by the flag hoisting ceremony, where the tricolor was hoisted by the esteemed Chief Guest, the Director of the College, Rev. Fr. Amit  Tirkey accompanied by the Principal Dr. Kuldeep Dubey. The entire assembly then proudly sang the National Anthem, resonating the spirit of unity and devotion to the country.

The Chief Guest’s address was the highlight of the program, inspiring students with thoughts on the significance of independence, responsibilities of youth in nation-building, and the role of education in strengthening democracy.

The cultural program commenced with a melodious patriotic song presented by the students, which filled the atmosphere with emotion and pride. This was followed by an impactful speech by a student representative, who eloquently spoke about the struggles of freedom fighters and the values of courage, sacrifice, and unity.

Adding vibrancy to the event, students performed a lively group dance showcasing cultural diversity and patriotism, which was highly appreciated by the audience.

Towards the end, the Vote of Thanks was proposed, acknowledging the contribution of all dignitaries, staff, and students in making the program successful.

The day served as a reminder of the nation’s glorious past and instilled in everyone the spirit of patriotism, unity, and responsibility towards building a better India.