Vanita Vishram Women's University

08/09/2026

07/09/2026

"InnoviShe" - Hackathon 2026

02/09/2026

Guest Lecture on National Sports Day

The Department of Physical Education and Sports, along with the NCC & NSS Units of Vanita Vishram Women’s University, Surat, organized a Guest Lecture on the occasion of National Sports Day on 31 August 2026 at K. B. Marfatia Hall, with the participation of around 150 students.

Prof. Dr. Saravanan M., Professor and Principal, Shree Bharatimaiya College of Optometry & Physiotherapy, Surat, delivered an insightful and engaging lecture on “Movement as Medicine: Overcoming Burnout, Stress, and Academic Fatigue.”

The lecture focused on several important aspects of physical activity and holistic well-being, including:
* Movement as Medicine
* Fitness for a Healthy Body & Mind
* Managing Stress and Burnout
* Overcoming Academic Fatigue
* Discipline through Sports
* Injury Prevention & Safe Exercise
* Balancing Sports and Academics
* Healthy Lifestyle & Holistic Development
* Regular Physical Activity for Academic Performance
* Zero Excuse for Fitness

During the programme, Ms. Bhakti Patel, JDSCM alumna, was specially acknowledged for her outstanding achievements in sports while representing VVWU. Her accomplishments served as an inspiration to students and reflected the University’s commitment to promoting sports and encouraging excellence among women.

Our respected Provost, Dr. Daxesh Thakar, graced the occasion with his presence and motivated students to participate regularly in sports events organized at different levels. He encouraged students to continuously strive for holistic development through sports, fitness and active participation.

The programme successfully conveyed the powerful message of “ZERO EXCUSE FOR FITNESS”, encouraging students to make physical activity, discipline and healthy living an integral part of their everyday lives.

25/08/2026

Vanita Vishram Women's University organized the MoU Signing Ceremony with SOCH- INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH AND DEADDICTION on 24/08/2026.

Dr. Arti Mehta and Dr. Nisarg Shah, of SOCH- Institute of Mental Health and Deaddiction were invited to sign the MoU.

The main objective of this MoU is to facilitate On-the-Job Training, Curriculum Design, Training and Visits, Research and Development, Skilled Development Programmes, Guest lectures, Faculty Development Programmes and Placement of Trained Students.

The ceremony was organized under the guidance and support of our Hon. Provost Dr. Daxesh Thakar and coordinated by Dr. Aditya Farsole- Dean Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The event was successfully conducted by Ms. Foram Dharsandiya, Training and Placement Officer, and Ms. Ish*ta Puthawala, Department of Psychology.

24/08/2026

Jyoti Dalal School of Commerce and Management

21/08/2026

Rank Ceremony 2026-27

The NCC Unit of Jyoti Dalal School of Commerce and Management (JDSCM), Vanita Vishram Women’s University, Surat, successfully organized the NCC Rank Ceremony on 20 August 2026 at K. B. Marfatia Hall.

The ceremony was graced by Major Bhawana Lohani, Administrative Officer, 6 Gujarat Girls Battalion NCC, Surat, as the Chief Guest. The programme included an introduction to NCC, a video on the Glory of NCC, rank assignment to cadets, the NCC Oath, and B & C Certificate distribution.

The presence of parents and family members made the occasion especially meaningful and memorable for the cadets. Dr. Daxesh Thakar, Provost, VVWU, and Major Bhawana Lohani motivated the cadets to uphold the values of discipline, leadership, responsibility, and service.

The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Lt. (Dr.) Tanvi Tarpara, Associate NCC Officer, followed by the NCC Song and National Anthem.

The ceremony was successfully coordinated by Dr. Divya Patel and Ms. Mahafreen Patel, with the support of cadets and university staff. The event concluded on a proud and inspiring note, reinforcing the NCC motto of “Unity and Discipline.”

Jyoti Dalal School of Commerce and Management

20/08/2026

Anti-Ragging Week Observance – 2026

The Anti-Ragging Committee of Vanita Vishram Women’s University, Surat , observed Anti-Ragging Week from 12th to 18th August, 2026 , with a series of awareness activities aimed at promoting a safe, respectful, and ragging-free campus environment.

As part of the observance, a documentary on anti-ragging was screened for all first-year students on August 12 and 13, 2026. In addition, approximately 1,700 first-year students of the University took the Anti-Ragging Pledge and reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a ragging-free campus.

To further spread awareness about the ill effects of ragging and encourage active student participation, various competitions and activities, including Poster Making, Reel Making, Wall of Friendship, and Walkathon , were organized from August 14 to 18, 2026. Students from various departments across the University participated enthusiastically in these activities, contributing to the collective effort to promote a safe, inclusive, and welcoming campus environment.

The Anti-Ragging Week observance was conducted under the able guidance of the Hon’ble Provost, Dr. Daxesh Thakar and Registrar, Dr. R. D. Patel , Vanita Vishram Women’s University. The successful ex*****on of the activities throughout the week was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the Convener of the Anti-Ragging Committee, Dr. Ruchika Agarwal, with the active support and cooperation of the Committee members and Anti-Ragging Squad members.

Ruchika Agarwal
University Grants Commission
Centre for Youth
Jyoti Dalal School of Commerce and Management