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PM Modi Attends SRCC Centenary Celebrations, Releases Rs 100 Coin
· Source: Amar Ujala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) in North Delhi after travelling by the Delhi Metro. During the event, he referred to the college's alumni as 'OG' and issued a Rs 100 commemorative coin.
PM Modi at SRCC Centenary Celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the SRCC campus in North Delhi on Saturday using the Delhi Metro, interacting with students and other passengers during the journey. Upon reaching the college, officials welcomed him, after which he was felicitated and presented with a memento following the lamp-lighting ceremony. To mark the 100-year journey of SRCC, PM Modi also released a Rs 100 commemorative coin.
PM Modi Calls SRCC Alumni 'OG'
Mentioning the achievements of former SRCC students, Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to them as 'OG'. While the full form of 'OG' is 'Original Gangster', in casual language it is used for a person who is an old, authentic, or influential name in their field. PM Modi noted that SRCC alumni have made their mark in diverse fields ranging from the economy and politics to art, law, and the judiciary. He also quoted, 'Dhurandhar na ho, lekin dhoom to machai hai' regarding their achievements.
Mention of Arun Jaitley and Sanjeev Sanyal
During his address, PM Modi mentioned former Union Minister Arun Jaitley, noting that Jaitley often shared stories from his college days. The Prime Minister also referred to his team member and SRCC alumnus Sanjeev Sanyal.
100 Years of SRCC
PM Modi stated that while a person living for 100 years is seen as an ocean of experience, an institution completing 100 years becomes an ocean of achievements and inspiration. He remarked that naming SRCC when asked about one's college at Delhi University is itself a 'flex' and speaks volumes.
- SRCC was established in the year 1926 by industrialist and philanthropist Sir Shri Ram.
- It is one of the premier colleges of Delhi University.
- The institute is well-regarded in the country for education in commerce, economics, and management.
Questions
What did PM Modi mean by calling SRCC alumni 'OG'?
The term 'OG' stands for 'Original Gangster' and is commonly used in casual language to describe an authentic, old, or influential person in their field.
Which alumni did PM Modi specifically mention in his speech?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi specifically mentioned former Union Minister Arun Jaitley and his team member Sanjeev Sanyal.
What commemorative item was released at the SRCC centenary event?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a Rs 100 commemorative coin to mark 100 years of SRCC.
When and by whom was SRCC founded?
SRCC was established in 1926 by industrialist and philanthropist Sir Shri Ram.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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