Jalandhar June 7 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- Apeejay College of Fine Arts, Jalandhar solemnly observed the 15th death anniversary of its esteemed Founder Chairman, Dr. Stya Paul Ji, by offering heartfelt tributes and reflecting on his inspiring legacy. The occasion was marked with deep reverence, gratitude, and musical homage by the students and faculty.
The Department of Music paid a soulful tribute through devotional renditions of Dr. Stya Paul Ji’s favourite hymns — “Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram” and ”Chal Man Vrindavan Ki Aur” by Tanishq— filling the atmosphere with spiritual serenity and devotion.
On this occasion, Mrs. Sushma Paul Berlia, Chairperson of Apeejay Education and the Apeejay Stya and Svran Group, and Chancellor of Apeejay Stya University, shared her heartfelt message, stating:
“Dr. Stya Paul Ji was a man of rare human values, a protector of ethical integrity, a beacon of positivity, and a patriot at heart. His unwavering commitment to the cause of education and his visionary leadership have laid the foundation for Apeejay’s success. The truest tribute to his life is to internalize his values and strive ceaselessly for excellence.”
Dr. Neerja Dhingra, Principal of Apeejay College of Fine Arts, recalled the founder’s guiding vision and shared:
“We are committed to nurturing the holistic development of our students while upholding Dr. Stya Paul Ji’s core ideals. He interacted with every teacher in their mother tongue, always appreciative and encouraging. His love for the faculty was parental, and his guidance remains the bedrock of our institution’s growth.”
The event concluded with reflections on cherished memories and a collective commitment to carrying forward the ideals and principles laid down by the revered Founder Chairman.