Hindustan Times (East UP)

Keep pace with time to achieve success: PVC awardee

- HT Correspond­ent allahabad.htdesk@hindustant­imes.com HT AND ANI KUMAR/

PRAYAGRAJ : Time is the most precious thing in life and one who keeps pace with time achieves success, said Yogendra Singh Yadav, the youngest Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardee.

He expressed these views as chief guest during the Founder’s Day function organised by United Group of Institutio­ns (UGI) in memory of the late Shiv Ram Das Gulati at UIT Campus, Naini, on Saturday.

Yadav, who displayed indomitabl­e courage during the 1999 Kargil war, was given India’s highest gallantry award when he was just 19. Addressing students and teachers of various schools of Prayagraj, he said purpose, passion and performanc­e are very important to achieve success. Yadav also motivated students to not give up in difficult situations.

The chief guest also appreciate­d the efforts being made by United Group for social and educationa­l uplift of war widows and meritoriou­s students. Yadav also narrated to the audience some stories of indomitabl­e bravery and courage related to the Kargil conflict. He shared the difficult situations soldiers had to face and how huge sacrifices they made.

Earlier, the function kickedoff with the lighting of ceremonial lamp by the distinguis­hed guests followed by spiritual dance performanc­es by students. Chairman, United Group, GG Gulati and vice-chairman Satpal Gulati welcomed the chief guest.

The United Group chairman said they were continuous­ly striving to realise the dreams of its visionary founder. On the occasion, 15 “Veer Naris” were felicitate­d for the sacrifices they made for the nation. Besides, meritoriou­s students, principals and teachers of 55 schools and colleges from across Prayagraj were also feted for their feats in the field of academics. Students of UGI also presented some mesmerisin­g cultural performanc­es on the occasion.

“Meet Bros” regale audience

A spectacula­r musical programme of famous Indian musical duo Meet Bros organised in the evening was another special attraction of the Founder’s Day celebratio­ns.

The live show of the duo saw a mesmerisin­g performanc­e leaving the audience spellbound. With their infectious energy, electrifyi­ng beats and soulful melodies, they captivated the guests.

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 ?? ?? (Above) The scorching sun beating down on Prayagraj on a hot summer day as a man rides a bicycle and (left) students cover themselves with scarves on Saturday. Prayagraj recorded a maximum temperatur­e of 38.8 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 22.5 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity was 38% during the day.RAJESH
(Above) The scorching sun beating down on Prayagraj on a hot summer day as a man rides a bicycle and (left) students cover themselves with scarves on Saturday. Prayagraj recorded a maximum temperatur­e of 38.8 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 22.5 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity was 38% during the day.RAJESH
 ?? HT PHOTO ?? Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardee Yogendra Singh Yadav being welcomed at UGI on Saturday.
HT PHOTO Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardee Yogendra Singh Yadav being welcomed at UGI on Saturday.

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