REPORT ON THE 80TH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
SUM College of Teacher Education (SUMCTE), Mamba, Muzhappala
Date: 15 August 2026
Venue: General Hall, SUM College of Teacher Education
The 80th Independence Day of India was celebrated with great patriotic spirit and enthusiasm at SUM College of Teacher Education (SUMCTE) on 15 August 2026 at the General Hall. The programme brought together the management, teaching faculty, students and other members of the college community to commemorate the historic struggle for India’s independence and to remember the sacrifices of the freedom fighters.
The programme began with a warm welcome extended by Mr. George Joseph, Assistant Professor of General Education, who welcomed the distinguished guest, members of the management, teachers and students to the Independence Day celebration.
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Vinayakumar P., Chief Petty Officer, Indian Navy (Retd.). In his inaugural address, he presented a detailed and comprehensive account of the history of Indian independence. He described the major stages of India’s freedom struggle, the sacrifices made by countless freedom fighters, and the determination and unity that ultimately led to India’s independence. His address helped the students understand the historical significance of Independence Day and the responsibilities of the younger generation in preserving the values of freedom, democracy and national unity.
Following the inaugural address, Mr. C. Ahammedkutty Master, Manager, SUMCTE, spoke about the history of Ancharakandy and its participation in India’s freedom struggle. His speech highlighted the local historical context of the national movement and helped the gathering understand that the struggle for independence was not confined to major cities and prominent leaders, but also involved people and communities at the local level.
The distinguished guest, Dr. Vinayakumar P., was honoured by Mr. C. Ahammedkutty Master, Manager, SUMCTE, as a mark of respect and appreciation for his presence and valuable contribution to the programme.
As part of the celebration, several teachers and students were felicitated for their contributions and achievements. From the teaching fraternity, Dr. Krishnakumar E. P., IQAC Coordinator, Ms. Praseetha, Mrs. Hiba Azad K. P., and Dr. Balakrishnan P. were felicitated. Students representing different departments were also honoured. They included Najiya from the English Department, Lajitha from the Mathematics Department, Gopika from the Natural Science Department, Vyshna from the Physical Science Department, and Anagha from the Social Science Department. The felicitation added a special dimension to the celebration by recognising the dedication and achievements of members of the SUMCTE community.
The patriotic spirit of the occasion was further enhanced by a patriotic song, which filled the hall with a sense of national pride and unity. A colourful and disciplined march past headed by Mubashira P. was also conducted as part of the celebration. The march past symbolised discipline, unity, patriotism and respect for the nation.
A Freedom Quiz Competition was organised by the Department of Social Science as an academic activity connected with Independence Day. The quiz provided students with an opportunity to test and enhance their knowledge of India’s freedom struggle, national leaders, important historical events and the country’s journey towards independence. The winners of the competition were:
- First Prize: Ms. Mubashira P.
- Second Prize: Adithya C.
- Third Prize: Rajina K. P.
The winners were appreciated for their knowledge and performance, and the competition generated considerable enthusiasm among the students.
The celebration concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Suneesh K., Assistant Professor, who expressed gratitude to the chief guest, management, teachers, students and everyone who contributed to the successful conduct of the programme. He particularly acknowledged the efforts of the organisers and participants who made the Independence Day celebration meaningful and memorable.
As a gesture of celebration and togetherness, sweets were distributed among the participants at the end of the programme.
Conclusion
The 80th Independence Day celebration at SUMCTE was a meaningful combination of patriotism, historical awareness, academic engagement and recognition of achievement. The inspiring address by Dr. Vinayakumar P., the historical reflections on Ancharakandy by the Manager, the felicitation of teachers and students, the patriotic song, march past and Freedom Quiz collectively made the occasion memorable.
The programme reminded the students that independence was achieved through immense sacrifice and struggle and that the younger generation has a significant responsibility to uphold the democratic, secular and constitutional values of the nation. The celebration successfully fostered a sense of national pride, unity, discipline and social responsibility among the students and staff of SUM College of Teacher Education.
