Samvada News Bureau (Inputs by Ms Indu Mahajan)
By education, I mean an all-round drawing of the best in child and man in body, mind and spirit” Mahatma Gandhi These words of Gandhi ji resonate with the ethos and philosophy of VIDYA, amply brought to light by the spectacular celebration of the VIDYA Bal Vihar School’s Annual Day on 10th December, 2022 at the Panchsheel Park, New Delhi school campus. School was bubbling with most vibrant environment created by the art work of students and teachers. It was one of the most anticipated events of the school in which all the teachers, staff members and students were actively involved. Parents, Sponsors and Friends of VIDYA were invited to encourage and inspire the young children.
Mr Sreekanta Mahapatra , General Manager, Canara Bank graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The beautiful balmy day began with a warm welcome by a student, followed by the traditional lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest, Leila Kabir, Madhu Singh, Ragini Mathur, Nalini Sehgal and Renu Sehgal. After the introduction of the Chief Guest everyone participated in the VIDYA School song. Then the Headmistress, Ranju Dahiya, read out the annual report of the school highlighting all the major academic and co-curricular activities of the school. This was followed by the much awaited prize distribution ceremony where the students were felicitated for their outstanding performance, regular attendance and all round excellence. It was a special moment for VIDYA when the parents of the awardees were called on the stage, by the Chief Guest. They were applauded for nurturing their children with love and helping them to achieve their dreams by encouraging them to avail every opportunity provided to the students at VIDYA Bal Vihar. The parents were full of gratitude and said they were overwhelmed by the care taken of their children and the quality of holistic learning they received at Bal Vihar.
The highlight of the day was the cultural programme aptly called ‘Colours of India’ choreographed by Ms. Manju Prasad, which held everyone spell bound. Scintillating performances by the students showcased their talent and bore testimony to the hard work put in by them under the guidance of their mentors and teachers. As we all know, dance has no barriers it is a universal language, it’s something that everyone can feel, understand and definitely enjoy. The different dances representing India’s vast cultural heritage was surely national integration at its best! The dances of Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Goa, Mizoram, Odisha and Finale were, in particular, outstanding. The children were delightful and cast a spell over the audience with their earnest, well-practiced, perfectly synchronized performance.
The range was diverse, the rich colourful costumes an ever-changing kaleidoscope, the back ground score, narration and the fluid movements of the dancers was mesmerizing! The Chief Guest’s address, at the end of the performance, was very inspiring and motivating.
In a befitting conclusion to the day, Mrs Mala Goyal, Vice President VIDYA expressed her gratitude to the Chief Guest, all the donors, sponsors, friends of VIDYA and parents of students. She congratulated the teachers, staff and students of VIDYA Bal Vihar for their perfect execution of a memorable Annual Day!
A special word of appreciation for the dynamic educational advisor Mrs Indu Mahajan for her charismatic leadership and support to the teachers, staff and students at all times. With her at the helm of affairs. The vision of our Founder President, Mrs Rashmi Misra “to be the fountainhead for empowering and transforming lives through education. “
