Maharaja's College begins year-long celebration marking 150th anniversary of inception

Kochi: The year-long celebrations kicked off on Tuesday at Maharaja's College marking its 150th year of inception. Students, teachers and former students assembled at the college to mark the event, as well as the inauguration of a new college auditorium by chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

"In the academic domain, Maharaja's has always been among the top educational institutions in the state. The college is also known in the field of politics as well. The visit of Mahatma Gandhi to the college is historic. The contributions made by the students here to the national movement are a shining chapter of history," said Vijayan.

The minister of higher education, R Bindu, said that over the past four years, the govt implemented various development projects at Maharajas College. "Rs 10 crore was allocated for the construction of the boys' hostel, Rs 9.4 crore for academic block, Rs 12.21 crore for library complex, and Rs 6.9 crore for the construction of a synthetic track," she said.

According to Bindu, infrastructure projects worth Rs 15.94 crore were realised. The renovation of the auditorium, staff hostel and development of the chemistry block were included in the project. "Additionally, Rs 9.51 crore was allocated for a synthetic hockey turf during this period," said Bindu.

College principal Shajila Beevi said the celebrations will feature a wide array of academic and non-academic events, coordinated by various committees. "We plan to involve our distinguished alumni from diverse fields to lead and contribute to these committees," she said.

The inaugural event was also attended by minister P Rajeeve, prominent alumni and elected representatives from Ernakulam district were also present.