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n 23rd February 2017, The Economics Club of Guru Nanak College organized a
OState Level Research paper presentation competition. A total of 67 participants
had registered for the competition from all over Maharashtra. Participants from Mumbai

University, Savitribai Phule Pune University to name a few were present.

The occasion was graced by Prof. Abhay Pethe, Head of the Department, Economics,
University of Mumbai who was the Chief Guest and economists Dr. Tanushree Mazumdar

and Dr. Suchitra Kumar who were the judges for the event.

The conference commenced with lighting of the lamp and Shabad in the presence of
Honorable Chief Guest, Prof. Abhay Pethe, Principal Dr. Vijay Dabholkar, Convener Mr.

Dhananjay Channale and the President of the club Mr. Anip Mittal.

Prof.Abhay Pethe, in his address, elaborated the importance of work ethic essential for
today's youth for becoming successful. He shared the experience of his college days and

post-graduation and his passion for Economics right from his childhood. His views on
research were immensely significant which added new insights to the subject.

Dr. Vijay Dabholkar, the Principal, welcomed all the delegates and participants and wished

them luck. He mentioned the need of the hour for transformation in our socio-economic
structure and the significance such competitions play in that direction.

The research paper competition was split into two sessions, a total of 36 research papers

were presented during the two sessions. Dr. Suchitra Kumar & Dr. Tanushree Mazumdar
read out a brief report of the two sessions and also gave their valuable inputs to the
presenters.

This session was followed by the valedictory function where Dr. Suchitra Kumar & Dr.
State Level Research Paper Presentation Tanushree Mazumdar shared her views on Socio-economic development. Principal
Dr. Vijay Dabholkar also appreciated and congratulated student participants and the
Competition for students organizing team. The event ended with Mr. Dhananjay Channale, Convener reading the

on report and the participants sharing their experiences .

“Transforming Nation: Socio - Economic

Development in India”

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