Jalandhar: An induction Programme was organized by PG Department of Economics DAV College Jalandhar on 6 th August 2026 to make new students aware of the rules and regulations of the college. Students of classes BSc I (Eco) and MA I (Eco) participated in the Induction Programme. Senior Vice Principal Dr. Kunwer Rajiv was the chief guest and Mr. Nirmal Singh Sr. Branch Manager Punjab National Bank, an aluminus of the college, was the guest of honour. The function was started with DAV gaan and Jyoti Prajalan ceremony. 

Head of the Department Dr Suresh Kumar Khurana, Dr. Seema, Prof.-In-charge, Kautilya Society of Economics and other faculty members of the department welcomed the chief guest and guest of honour by presenting a sapling.  Dr. Suresh Kumar Khurana introduced the students to the departmental history and talked
about the various prospects of Economics. He shared the achievements of the department and apprised the students that the institution nurtures the latent talents and brings them to the forefront in students. He also explained the rules relating to attendance and explained various activities available in the department and how students can participate to develop all round personality.  He gave a detailed presentation highlighting the department's achievements over
the past year. His PowerPoint presentation provided an overview of key milestones and the department's future plans.

Senior Vice Principal Dr. Kunwer Rajiv addressed the students and shared his valuable experience with all. He blessed all the students and wished them to achieve greater heights in their lives. He also said that DAV College, Jalandhar is committed to provide quality education to its students and it would leave no stone unturned to shape the careers of deserving students. He applauded the sincere and dedicated efforts of Economics Department. Scholarship scheme like Daulat Ram Durga Devi Economics Scholarship is available to cater to meritorious and needy students. Scholarship were distributed to deserving students, Ms. Muskan Sharma and Mr. Ankur Arora received Rs.37250/- each from the Daulat Ram Durga Devi Trust. Sh. Nirmal Singh then shared her journey, offering insights on how students can achieve their goals. His motivational speech was well-received, inspiring students to strive for excellence. 

Dr kunwer Rajiv, Sh. Nirmal Singh, Head of the department and Prof. in charge  of the society distributed badges to the newly elected team members of Kautilya Society of Economics. The newly elected office bearers of the Kautilya Society of Economics for this year are:
 
President: Ankur Arora and Saloni Kamboj
Vice President: Monika Pramanik
Secretary: Japjee Kaur
Treasurer: Sidakjot Kaur
Executive Members: Gauri Sharma and Udit Bhalla
The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Seema, Prof.-In-charge, Kautilya Society of Economics who expressed her gratitude to Senior Vice Principal Sir, Sh. Nirmal Singh, HOD Dr. Suresh Kumar Khurana, all faculty members of the Economics Department and others involved in organizing the event.