- Students showcase ‘Nation First, Always First’ theme with spectacular performances
- The campus reverberate with the chorus of ‘Jana Gana Mana’ as more than 3,500 students and teachers sang the national anthem
- School principal emphasises the importance of adopting fundamental values such as sacrifice, hard work, honesty, character building, and cleanliness by all
NE EDUCATION BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, AUG 16
The lush green campus of DPS Bopal resonated with patriotic fervor as the school celebrated the 77th Independence Day with great enthusiasm on the theme ‘Nation First, Always First’, on Tuesday. The campus was adorned with vibrant tricolor decorations to commemorate the historic occasion.
The celebrations commenced with a march passed by the Student Council. Director Vandna Joshi and Principal Sabina Sawhney along with special guest Jayprakash Patel, Cricket Coach, were ushered by the Student Council to hoist the National Flag.
In her address after the flag-hoisting ceremony, Sawhney emphasised the importance of adopting fundamental values such as sacrifice, hard work, honesty, character building, and cleanliness by all.
The cultural program commenced with a splendid rendition by students, narrating the saga of selfless martyrs and their sacrifices for freedom. The students also sang patriotic songs, filling the air with pure devotion and respect for the nation. An enthralling dance performance offered tributes to freedom fighters and defense personnel. Other activities showcasing students’ creativity, ingenuity, and imagination were also organised.
The air reverberated with the sounds of ‘Jana Gana Mana’ as more than 3,500 students from grades 1 to 8 and teachers collectively sang the national anthem. It was a poignant reminder of the anthem’s powerful message, calling upon the gathering to uphold the values of unity, diversity, and fraternity.
The collective singing of the national anthem served as a powerful metaphor for the diversity that defines India, underlining the significance of unity as one nation, regardless of differences.
The Independence Day celebrations effectively showcased DPS Bopal’s conviction that learning extends beyond books and instilled the spirit of patriotism, unity, and harmony among the students.
