BJP MP Anurag Thakur Urges Alumni to Shape Future of Government College Dharamshala

During the centenary celebrations of Government College Dharamshala, BJP MP Anurag Thakur called on alumni to actively participate in the institution's future development. He emphasized the importance of their contributions, recalling the college's rich history and its role in shaping successful individuals. Thakur proposed leveraging alumni expertise in technology to modernize the college's library and enhance educational resources. His remarks highlighted the lasting bond between alumni and their alma mater, urging them to give back to the institution that has significantly impacted their lives.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 14, 2026, 14:03 IST

Call to Action for Alumni

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On Friday, Anurag Thakur, a former Union Minister and current BJP MP, encouraged the alumni of Government College Dharamshala to take an active role in the institution's future development. He emphasized that former students are the college's true brand ambassadors and invaluable assets.

Speaking at the second session of the college's centenary celebrations, organized by the Old Students Association (OSA), Thakur highlighted the lifelong honor of being an alumnus and the enduring connection to one's alma mater. He praised the alumni for returning to commemorate this significant milestone and urged them to give back to the college that has played a crucial role in their personal and professional journeys.

Thakur reflected on the college's rich history, noting that while it was officially established in 1926, its origins trace back to May 4, 1912, with the creation of the Dharamshala Education Board Trust. He remarked on the institution's legacy of academic excellence, discipline, and educational distinction that has persisted for over a century.

He pointed out the college's pioneering contributions to higher education, mentioning that it was one of the first in the region to offer undergraduate geology courses in the 1950s and became the first in Himachal Pradesh to introduce postgraduate programs in 1977.

Thakur also honored the college's notable military and sports heritage, recalling distinguished alumni such as Brigadier Sher Jung Thapa, a Maha Vir Chakra recipient known for his defense of Skardu, and Captain Chander Narayan Singh, recognized for his bravery.

The college has produced numerous accomplished athletes who have represented both the state and the nation on various platforms, including international kabaddi players Jyoti Thakur and Pooja Thakur, along with triple jump record-holder Vikram Chaudhary.

Stressing the significance of alumni engagement, Thakur urged the college administration to involve former students in future initiatives. He cited the late Arun Jaitley, former Union Finance Minister, as an example of how alumni can support infrastructure development, mobilize resources, offer career guidance, and create internship opportunities for current students.

"The college has provided countless students with the chance to learn and thrive. It is now our duty to help strengthen the institution for future generations," he stated.

Looking forward, Thakur suggested utilizing the expertise of alumni in artificial intelligence and technology to modernize the college's library, which contains over 62,000 books, into a digital knowledge hub. This initiative would enhance access to educational resources and better prepare students for the future.

He also commended the Old Students Association for launching a centenary souvenir and an alumni directory as part of its '100 Initiatives in 100 Years' program.

Notable attendees included OSA President Sanjeev Gandhi, Founder President Ashok Sharma, General Secretary Dr. Ashwani Kaul, former MLA Sanjay Chaudhary, and several other distinguished alumni.