BU students pay respect to Pulwama attack martyrs
Students setting up the candles in remembrance of the martyrs of Pulwama. Photo by Vaayun Sachdeva
By Medhansh Das
The National Service Scheme (NSS ) of Bennett University hosted a candle march “Ek Deepak Shaheedo ke Naam” (A lamp in the name of martyrs ) to honour the heroes, who sacrificed their lives in the 2019 Pulwama attack .
The march started from the main gate with students lighting up their candles amid chants of “Vande Mataram” and “Bharat Mata ki Jai”, with two students leading the march bearing the Indian flag till the flagpole, where the march ended with the national anthem. The march commenced with a moment of silence, allowing everyone to reflect on the gravity of the incident. The first candle was lit, and the gentle flames spread, illuminating the faces of those present. Slowly, the procession moved through the campus, guided only by the soft glow of countless candles.
Students setting up the candles in remembrance of the martyrs of Pulwama. Photo by Vaayun Sachdeva
“The march was conducted in such a well-disciplined manner, that it created a very serene and emotional environment,” said Amitosh Tripathi, a third-year law student and a participant in the march.
Passersby joined the march spontaneously, drawn by the powerful emotion that enveloped the event. The unity of purpose transcended all differences, creating a strong sense of solidarity among the participants. The silent march continued through the university grounds, attracting onlookers from dormitory windows and academic buildings. The solemnity of the event resonated with everyone, transcending differences and bringing together the diverse community that comprised Bennett University.
The candle march at Bennett University became more than just a remembrance; it became a testament to the resilience and unity of the community in the face of tragedy. As the candles were extinguished one by one, the embers of remembrance continued to glow in the hearts of those who had come together to honour the heroes of Pulwama.
(The writer is a Semester 4 student of the BA Journalism and Mass Communication programme.)
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The march started from the main gate with students lighting up their candles amid chants of “Vande Mataram” and “Bharat Mata ki Jai”, with two students leading the march bearing the Indian flag till the flagpole, where the march ended with the national anthem. The march commenced with a moment of silence, allowing everyone to reflect on the gravity of the incident. The first candle was lit, and the gentle flames spread, illuminating the faces of those present. Slowly, the procession moved through the campus, guided only by the soft glow of countless candles.
“The march was conducted in such a well-disciplined manner, that it created a very serene and emotional environment,” said Amitosh Tripathi, a third-year law student and a participant in the march.
Passersby joined the march spontaneously, drawn by the powerful emotion that enveloped the event. The unity of purpose transcended all differences, creating a strong sense of solidarity among the participants. The silent march continued through the university grounds, attracting onlookers from dormitory windows and academic buildings. The solemnity of the event resonated with everyone, transcending differences and bringing together the diverse community that comprised Bennett University.
The candle march at Bennett University became more than just a remembrance; it became a testament to the resilience and unity of the community in the face of tragedy. As the candles were extinguished one by one, the embers of remembrance continued to glow in the hearts of those who had come together to honour the heroes of Pulwama.
(The writer is a Semester 4 student of the BA Journalism and Mass Communication programme.)
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