Golden Jubilee Celebration Souvenir – 1991

This souvenir was published on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee Reunion of the Old Students Association, Government College Dharamsala, held in November 1991. It contains messages from dignitaries, history of the college, alumni directory, faculty records, vintage articles and memories.

The Golden Jubilee Reunion was organized to bring together alumni from across India and abroad to reconnect with their Alma Mater and contribute towards its development. The reunion also aimed to support the construction and development of college infrastructure, especially the library building. The overwhelming response from alumni reflected their deep attachment and gratitude towards the institution.

— Dr. A.K. Sharma
President, Old Students Association

The Old Students Association expresses sincere thanks to all dignitaries, donors, faculty members, volunteers, alumni and well-wishers whose cooperation and support made the Golden Jubilee Reunion and publication of this souvenir possible.

Government College Dharamsala was founded in 1912 in the scenic Kangra Valley under the Dhauladhar mountain range. It began as an Intermediate Arts College in 1926 and became a Degree College in 1948. Over the years, new subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Commerce, Economics, Geology, Hindi and English were introduced.

Postgraduate classes were later started, making the college one of the important educational institutions in Himachal Pradesh. The college expanded its infrastructure, library, hostels, sports facilities and academic departments over the decades.

The library grew into one of the largest college libraries in Himachal Pradesh, and the institution produced many distinguished alumni who served in administration, education, defence services and public life.