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Deeksharambh 2026- Student Induction Programme

Date of Event: 27 August 2026

Organised by: Maharishi School of Agriculture in association with IQAC

 Objective: The Maharishi School of Agriculture, Maharishi University of Information Technology, Lucknow Campus, organized “Deeksharambh-2026” on 27th August 2026 to warmly welcome newly admitted students and familiarize them with the university’s academic environment, institutional values, educational framework, student support systems, career opportunities, and the diverse scope of agriculture.

Participating Students: Newly admitted students of Diploma in Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, and M.Sc. Agriculture programmes in Agronomy and Horticulture (Fruit Science).

Event Details “A new beginning is the first step towards a journey of knowledge, growth, and achievement.” With this inspiring spirit, Maharishi School of Agriculture (MSOA), organized “Deeksharambh-2026” for newly admitted students.

The programme commenced with registration and document verification, followed by the auspicious Guru Pujan and Saraswati Vandana, creating a serene and welcoming beginning to the programme.

The newly admitted students were addressed by the Hon’ble Chancellor, Shri Ajay Prakash Shrivastava; Hon’ble Director General, Prof. (Group Captain) O. P. Sharma; Hon’ble BOG Member, Shri Rahul Bhardwaj; Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Bhanu Pratap Singh;  Registrar, Dr. Girish Chhimwal; Dean Academics (Lucknow campus) Dr. Neeraj Jain; DSW, Dr. Shikhar Verma and Chief Proctor Dr. Pawan Dixit, motivated the students to pursue their academic journey with dedication, discipline, confidence, ethical values, and a positive outlook.

Dean, MSOA, Dr. Bhupesh Kumar Mishra, guided the students and emphasized the importance of academic discipline, practical learning, professional ethics, continuous skill development, and holistic growth. A comprehensive presentation on Maharishi School of Agriculture was delivered by Deputy Dean, MSOA, Mrs. Pragya Tiwari, providing students with an overview of the School’s academic programmes, faculty members, laboratories, infrastructure, academic activities, and opportunities available in the field of agriculture.

A major highlight of the programme was the motivational interaction with distinguished alumni, Nancy Singh and Mohit Kumar, who qualified the UPCATET examination and are currently pursuing their M.Sc. degrees in Plant Pathology and Genetics & Plant Breeding, respectively, at Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT), Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, an ICAR-accredited institution. Their academic journey and experiences provided valuable motivation and insights into higher education, competitive examinations, career planning, and professional advancement in agricultural sciences.

An important session on student discipline, anti-ragging measures, campus safety, and student support systems was also conducted to sensitize students about maintaining a safe, respectful, inclusive, and supportive university environment. The programme was further enriched through cultural activities.

An informative interaction was also conducted by the Training and Placement Cell Coordinator, Mr. Kaustubh Misra, who briefed the newly admitted students about training sessions, placement support, career development, skill enhancement, and professional opportunities available through the university.

The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Sharvan Kumar, (Asst.Prof, MSOA) followed by the National Anthem.

After lunch and refreshments, the students participated in departmental interaction and visits, where they became familiar with faculty members, laboratories, academic facilities, and the overall learning environment.

The orientation programme continued on 29th August 2026 with a series of informative sessions for the newly admitted students. The session titled “Academic Time Table Session” was conducted by Dr. Ashish Nath, (Asst. Prof, MSOA) who briefly explained the time table and guided students about the scheduled academic sessions and their sequence.

The session titled “About Central Library” was conducted by Dr. Mridula Singh, Librarian, who familiarized students with the Central Library facilities, resources, and their effective academic utilization.

The session titled “About NSS” was conducted by NSS Program Officers-Dr. Sapan Asthana, Dr. R. P. Dixit, and Dr. Sugat Shukla, highlighting social responsibility, community participation, and opportunities for student engagement, and also discussed registration under NSS in light of their academic curriculum.

The session titled “Incubation & Innovation Session” was conducted by Mr. Puneet Pandey, Manager, who introduced students to innovation, entrepreneurship, incubation support, and opportunities for developing innovative ideas. Overall, these sessions provided students with valuable information about academic resources, institutional facilities, student activities, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

On 31st August 2026 the Orientation program continued with a series of informative sessions focusing on academic systems, sports, social awareness, and examination procedures. The session titled “ERP Login” was conducted by Dr. Bhupesh Kumar Mishra who guided students regarding the university ERP system and its academic utility.

The session titled “About Sports” was conducted by Dr. Vikas Kumar Shukla, Sports Committee Convener, who highlighted sports facilities, participation opportunities, and the importance of physical activities in maintaining a balanced university life.

The session titled “About Caste Discrimination Committee” was conducted by Dr. Dheeraj Yadav  (Assistant Professor, MSOA) who emphasized equality, mutual respect, inclusiveness, dignity, and the importance of maintaining a harmonious and discrimination-free academic environment.

The session titled “Exam Pattern Presentation” was conducted by Dr. Sharvan Kumar (Assistant Professor, MSOA), who familiarized students with the examination pattern, assessment process, and important academic requirements. These sessions enhanced students’ understanding of university systems, student responsibilities, co-curricular opportunities, and academic procedures, supporting their smooth transition into university life.

Overall, Deeksharambh-2026 provided a meaningful and inspiring beginning to the students’ university journey, fostering confidence, enthusiasm, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Students’ Feedback: The newly admitted students appreciated “Deeksharambh-2026” as a warm, informative, and inspiring introduction to university life. They particularly valued the interaction with university authorities, faculty members, and alumni.

Acknowledgements: The Maharishi School of Agriculture (MSOA) extends its sincere gratitude to the University Management and all the distinguished dignitaries for their valuable presence, guidance, and encouragement during Deekshaarambh 2026.

Special appreciation is extended to the invited alumni, including Nancy Singh and Mohit Kumar, for taking the time to interact with the newly admitted students. The collective efforts of each resource person, faculty, students involved made the programme a meaningful and memorable beginning for the newly admitted students of Maharishi School of Agriculture (MSOA).