Postage stamp issued in 1998 on occasion of 125 Years of Vidyasagar College, Calcutta
Vidyasagar College is a renowned educational institution located in Kolkata (formerly known as Calcutta), West Bengal, India. It is named after the great social reformer, Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, who played a pivotal role in the field of education and social upliftment during the 19th century.
The college was established in 1872 by Pandit Ishwar Chandra Bandyopadhyay, a distinguished educator and philanthropist. Initially, it was known as Metropolitan Institution, and later in 1917, it was renamed Vidyasagar College in honor of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar.
Vidyasagar College is affiliated with the University of Calcutta and offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in arts, science, and commerce. It is recognized for its academic excellence, providing quality education to students from diverse backgrounds.
The college campus houses modern facilities, libraries, laboratories, and other resources to support the academic and extracurricular pursuits of its students.
Vidyasagar College has a rich legacy of producing numerous eminent alumni who have excelled in various fields, including academics, literature, arts, politics, and social work.
The college emphasizes holistic education, fostering critical thinking, and promoting a spirit of social responsibility among its students. It encourages students to participate in extracurricular activities, cultural events, and community service to develop their overall personality.
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