Financial Wellness Awareness Program Organized at IET Bhaddal Technical Campus
Bahadurjeet Singh/royalpatiala.in News/ Rupnagar, February 6,2026
With the objective of developing financial awareness, economic discipline and smart investment habits among students, a “Financial Wellness Awareness Program” was specially organized at IET Bhaddal Technical Campus.
This awareness program was conducted in collaboration with National Stock Exchange Academy Limited, Mumbai and witnessed active participation from a large number of students belonging to various academic programs of the campus. On this occasion,Vikas Sofat, Trainer – NSE Academy Limited, graced the event as the keynote Speaker.
The program commenced with a welcome address by Charanjit Kaur, Assistant Professor, who warmly welcomed the chief guest, faculty members, staff & students and highlighted the professional profile of Sofat. In his detailed and inspiring address, Sofat acquainted the students with the meaning, importance and long-term benefits of financial wellness.
He emphasized that in today’s rapidly changing economic environment, success in life depends not only on academic qualifications but also on sound financial understanding. He elaborated on important topics such as systematic savings, budgeting processes, timely investments, mutual funds, fundamental concepts of the stock market and risk management. Through practical examples, he explained how financial planning undertaken at an early age becomes a strong foundation for future financial security.
During the interactive session, students raised several questions related to financial planning, investment options, stock market mechanisms and career opportunities, all of which were addressed by the speaker in a simple, practical and motivating manner. This interaction generated a renewed interest and positive outlook among students towards financial matters.
On the occasion, Dr. S. S. Bindra, Registrar-cum-Director of the Campus, stated that such awareness programs not only strengthen students academically but also enhance their life skills. He stressed that financial literacy and wellness are essential requirements for every student in today’s times and assured that the institution will continue to organize similar beneficial programs in the future.
At the conclusion of the program, IET Bhaddal Technical Campus honored the keynote speaker Vikas Sofat by presenting him with a memento. The program concluded with a vote of thanks, appreciating the active participation of the students.
Among others present on the occasion were Dr. Gurpreet Singh, Group Director – Academics, Dr. Preet Kawal Kaur, Principal – Pharmacy, Dr. Taranjit Kaur, Dean – Research, Onkar Singh, Vishal Arora, Bhawanpreet Kaur and Raghav Sabharwal.
