DPS JAMMU CELEBRATES BAISAKHI, AMBEDKAR JAYANTI

Friday, April 14, 2023

In keeping with its tradition of celebrating all festivals with fervor and gaiety and for introducing the children to their rich culture and heritage, the junior, middle and the senior wings of Delhi Public School Jammu celebrated Baisakhi and Ambedkar Jayanti with great pomp and show. Ganga House organized a Special Assembly on the occasion, while all the three wings of the school buzzed alive with great excitement and cheer seeing active participation of the children of all age groups in various activities.
The program commenced with the Morning Prayer by Afia (X-C) followed by the melodious singing by the School Choir and Thought of the Day presented by Vasu Sawhney (IX-D) set the ethos of peace and serenity all around.
The highlight of the event was the cultural performances by the children on Baisakhi which included Punjabi Group Folk songs and dances such as, Gidda, tappas, and Bhangra performed to the tune of Dhol played by the budding Dhol artist of the school, Adhar Sawhney (V-E) and other folk instruments such as flute and Iktara. The children dressed in vibrant traditional attires were indeed a treat for the eyes. Children expressed themselves through poems which were greatly applauded.
Ayn Bhola (X-G) threw light on the importance of Baisakhi and the principles and teachings of Dr. B.R Ambedkar and inspired everyone to uphold the spirit of Liberty, Justice and Fraternity
The winners and the achievers excelling in Judo, Gymnastics, Pan Cak Silat, Basket ball national competition, Taekwondo & ITF Competition, Soft Tennis and Fencing competition were also felicitated by the Principal, Headmistress and other senior staff members.
Principal-DPS Jammu, Ms. Ruchi Chabra extended her greetings to all and congratulated Ganga House for the vibrant assembly. She also encouraged all students and teachers to expand their intellectual horizons by learning and gaining from the life around us, whether through a festival, a leader or a season.
Headmistress, Ms. Meenu Gupta also greeted the gathering and applauded all students and teachers for zealous performances.
Also present on the occasion were Dy. Headmaster-Mr. Umesh Kumar Sharma, Dy. HM-Ms. Rimpi Sharma, Tpt. Administrator-Mr. M.L Mehra and Coordinators Ms. Preeti Abrol, Ms. Richa Gupta, Ms. Anuradha Wadhera, Ms. Arti Sharma, Mr. Sandeep Sharma, Ms. Sheetal Abrol, Ms. Anu Bali and Ms. Sanya Malik.
The assembly concluded with loud and proud chorus singing of the National Anthem by all students and staff members.
The whole assembly was compered by Ayn Bhola (X-G), Manya Targotra (X-C) and Jagrit Rajpal (X-F) from Ganga House.
Hon’ble President-RCT, Sh, M.K. Ajatshatru Singh Ji, Hon’ble PVC, Dr. Kunwrani Ritu Singh Ji and Hon’ble Director, Sh. S.S Sodhi Ji appreciated the assembly and also extended their best wishes to the students, staff and parents for the New Session. They also conveyed their greetings to one and all on the occasion of Baisakhi and Ambedkar Jayanti.