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Happy to share that the 76th Constitution Day was celebrated jointly by the Department of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Studies (DBAS) and the Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) on Wednesday, 26th November 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the YC-NISDA Library Hall, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Building, SPPU, Pune – 411007.

On this occasion, the Preamble of the Constitution of India was read collectively, reaffirming our commitment to constitutional values. Students also highlighted key Fundamental Duties, reflecting on their relevance in contemporary society.

The event was held in the presence of Prof. (Dr.) Milind Nikalge, Head, DBAS; Prof. (Dr.) M. L. Sali; RSP Officers; and faculty members from both DDSS and DBAS, who contributed to the significance of the celebration.

Deeksharambh Induction Program 2025-26

A great beginning for a new academic journey!

The Department of Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS) and the Department of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Studies (DBAS), Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), jointly organized the Deeksharambh Induction Program on Tuesday, 5th August 2025 at the YC-NISDA Library Hall.

The program was graced by the presence of distinguished defence leaders including: Lt. Gen. R.R. Nimbhorkar, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM**, VSM, Chair Professor, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chair in Policy Studies, DDSS, SPPU; Air Marshal S.S. Soman (Retd.), PVSM, AVSM, VM; Lt. Gen. A.L. Chavan (Retd.), PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM; Air Marshal P.N. Pradhan, PVSM, AVSM, Chair Professor, Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Chair, DDSS, SPPU and Maj. Gen. Abhijit Bapat, SM.

Also present were Prof. Milind Nikalge (Head, DBAS), Prof. (Dr.) M. L. Sali, Prof. (Dr.) Chittaranjan Das, RSP Officers, and faculty members from DDSS and DBAS.

This induction program welcomed newly admitted students for the academic year 2025–26, familiarizing them with the academic culture, support systems, and vibrant student life at SPPU. It served as a meaningful platform to guide students through their transition and reinforce the university’s commitment to inclusivity and excellence.

We wish all our new students a successful and enriching journey ahead at SPPU!

I am very happy to inform you that the Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, SPPU is organising a special lecture to be delivered by General Anil Chauhan, PVSM UYSM AVSM SM VSM, Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), on the topic, “Future Wars and Warfare".

The lecture will be held on Tuesday, 3rd June, 2025, at 1.30 pm, at Irawati Karve Social Science Complex, Savitribai Phule Pune University.

You are requested to be present 15 minutes before the start of the lecture.

You can also watch live program: https://webcast.unipune.ac.in/