Amid the holy month of Ramzan, Banaras Hindu University’s Mahila Mahavidyalaya (Women’s College) held Iftar in its premises on April 27.
BHU Vice-Chancellor Professor Sudhir Kumar was invited, and also attended the event. Apart from him, several other faculty members joined the female students of the Mahila Mahavidyalaya.
Established by Bharat Ratna Mahamana Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya ji, Banaras Hindu University is an inclusive space that is globally renowned for its teaching, research, and innovation. Students from all around the world come to BHU and study in an all-inclusive atmosphere in the varsity, where one finds no scope for any form of discrimination on any basis.
“The university follows Mahamana’s idea of inclusivity and embracing all and his values and principles are at the core of BHU’s functioning as an institution,” quoted the University authorities.
A number of festivals are organized and celebrated in the university with members of BHU fraternity participating with mutual love, respect, and harmony.
During the Iftar, the VC had a one-on-one discussion with the students regarding several issues. He asked them if they have any grievances. In a response to this, the students intimated him about their say and demands.
“We are paying close attention to the needs of Mahila Mahavidyalaya and its students and working towards fulfilling them,” said Professor Sudhir Kumar.
The students of Banaras Hindu University were very happy and enthusiastic for the arrangements and clicked selfies with the VC as well.
The tradition of organizing iftar in BHU dates back to more than two decades. These iftars were attended by subsequent Vice-Chancellors over the years in the capacity of head of the BHU fraternity and as per their availability on the campus.
Due to the restrictions of COVID 19 pandemic, Iftar could not be organized for the past two years.
Unfortunately, several groups of students have been holding violent protests against the act. Students were seen chanting Hanuman Chalisa, and spreading hate speech on University compound wall.
“Attempts to disturb the peace and academic atmosphere of Banaras Hindu University are unacceptable and condemnable,” asserted Banaras Hindu University fraternity in a response to this.