The Bhawanipur Educational Society College orchestrated a remarkable event centered around The UPI Story, which took place on the 19th of May 2023 at the prestigious Jubilee Hall on the college campus. The event, starting at 11 pm, commenced with an invigorating introductory speech delivered by Prof. Dilip Shah, the esteemed Dean of Student Affairs, who shed light on the distinguished background and expertise of our chief guest and speaker, Dr. Suparna Dhar. Dr. Dhar, a highly accomplished professional in the fields of computing and analytics, holds a PHD in Business Administration with a specialization in Information Systems from Aligarh Muslim University, showcasing her extensive knowledge and prowess in the subject matter.
During her session, Dr. Dhar enlightened the audience about the societal challenges she encountered while working on UPI, shedding light on the vision of a digital India. She emphasized the significance of digital payments as a crucial component of digital services aimed at promoting financial inclusion. Moreover, Dr. Dhar highlighted the main objective of UPI, which is to simplify payments. She elaborated on the UPI solution, emphasizing its development, implementation, and promotion within India, while highlighting its extensive usage by Indians. The gathering served as an invaluable platform to delve into the intricate world of UPI stories, Illuminating the process of conceiving and advancing an idea from its inception to its practical realization. Attendees were treated to an enriching experience, as Dr. Suparna Dhar shared her insights, expertise, and real-world experiences in the field. The event took an interactive turn with a question and answer session, where students Jatin Mundhra, Anish Agarwal, and Nomick Tantia presented excellent inquiries. One notable question posed was about the factors that contributed to the widespread adoption of UPI among both users and businesses. Additionally, Prof. Vivek Patwari, a faculty member, raised a compelling query regarding the impact of UPI payments on individuals’ spending habits and their connection with credit cards. Dr. Dhar responded to each question with great acumen and enthusiasm, providing insightful and astute answers.
The event captivated the audience, fostering an atmosphere of intellectual stimulation and enlightenment. It offered students and participants a unique opportunity to glean valuable knowledge from a renowned professional, expanding their horizons and providing them with a broader perspective on the subject matter. The Bhawanipur Educational Society College’s event on the UPI story exemplified the institution’s commitment to providing its students with cutting-edge knowledge and exposure to emerging fields. Through the expertise of Dr. Suparna Dhar and the support of Prof. Dilip Shah, the event served as a testament to the college’s unwavering dedication to academic excellence. The event concluded on a high note with the felicitation of Dr. Suparna Dhar by the esteemed Dean.
Overall, the event was a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on all those in attendance. It served as a catalyst for further exploration and understanding of the UPI story, fostering a spirit of innovation and intellectual curiosity among the participants.
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Department of English, The Bhawanipur Education Society College organized a field trip for the postgraduate students on 22nd March 2022. Accompanied by their teachers, the students were taken to Jadunath Bhavan and Resource Centre. The center was set up with assistance from The Ministry of Culture, Government of India. It housed an exhibition titled “Twin …
“Keep calm and smash hard” – these two attributes were heavy on the players who participated in the 2024 edition of the Bhawanipur Badminton Championship (BBC) organized by The Bhawanipur Education Society College. Badminton is a popular sport in India as it is the second-most played sport in India after Cricket. To give an edge …
A field trip was organized by the Departments of Sociology and Political Science for the students of semester 5 and 3, respectively, on December 03, 2022. A total number of 80 students accompanied by 14 teachers visited 3 museums of Kolkata—Swami Vivekananda’s ancestral home, Raja Rammohan Roy’s ancestral home and Rabindranath Tagore’s ancestral home. As …
The UPI Story
The Bhawanipur Educational Society College orchestrated a remarkable event centered around The UPI Story, which took place on the 19th of May 2023 at the prestigious Jubilee Hall on the college campus. The event, starting at 11 pm, commenced with an invigorating introductory speech delivered by Prof. Dilip Shah, the esteemed Dean of Student Affairs, who shed light on the distinguished background and expertise of our chief guest and speaker, Dr. Suparna Dhar. Dr. Dhar, a highly accomplished professional in the fields of computing and analytics, holds a PHD in Business Administration with a specialization in Information Systems from Aligarh Muslim University, showcasing her extensive knowledge and prowess in the subject matter.
During her session, Dr. Dhar enlightened the audience about the societal challenges she encountered while working on UPI, shedding light on the vision of a digital India. She emphasized the significance of digital payments as a crucial component of digital services aimed at promoting financial inclusion. Moreover, Dr. Dhar highlighted the main objective of UPI, which is to simplify payments. She elaborated on the UPI solution, emphasizing its development, implementation, and promotion within India, while highlighting its extensive usage by Indians. The gathering served as an invaluable platform to delve into the intricate world of UPI stories, Illuminating the process of conceiving and advancing an idea from its inception to its practical realization. Attendees were treated to an enriching experience, as Dr. Suparna Dhar shared her insights, expertise, and real-world experiences in the field. The event took an interactive turn with a question and answer session, where students Jatin Mundhra, Anish Agarwal, and Nomick Tantia presented excellent inquiries. One notable question posed was about the factors that contributed to the widespread adoption of UPI among both users and businesses. Additionally, Prof. Vivek Patwari, a faculty member, raised a compelling query regarding the impact of UPI payments on individuals’ spending habits and their connection with credit cards. Dr. Dhar responded to each question with great acumen and enthusiasm, providing insightful and astute answers.
The event captivated the audience, fostering an atmosphere of intellectual stimulation and enlightenment. It offered students and participants a unique opportunity to glean valuable knowledge from a renowned professional, expanding their horizons and providing them with a broader perspective on the subject matter. The Bhawanipur Educational Society College’s event on the UPI story exemplified the institution’s commitment to providing its students with cutting-edge knowledge and exposure to emerging fields. Through the expertise of Dr. Suparna Dhar and the support of Prof. Dilip Shah, the event served as a testament to the college’s unwavering dedication to academic excellence. The event concluded on a high note with the felicitation of Dr. Suparna Dhar by the esteemed Dean.
Overall, the event was a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on all those in attendance. It served as a catalyst for further exploration and understanding of the UPI story, fostering a spirit of innovation and intellectual curiosity among the participants.
Reporter – Ruchika Sachdev
Photographer – Paras Gupta
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