Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Oct 22: Army Public School Akhnoor celebrated its ‘Annual Day’ and prize distribution function at Sangha Auditorium, here today.
The theme of the function was ‘Dharohar’ depicting the rich Indian cultural heritage, wherein Maj Gen V S Shekhon, YSM,GOC Cross Swords Division, Patron of the School, was the chief guest, while Brig AG Barbare, Chairman of the School, along with Principal Geeta Devi were also present during the event.
The function was declared open with the lighting of lamps by the chief guest as well as the Principal, which was attended by a galaxy of VIPs, Army Officers, Principals of different Schools, parents and other guests, followed by Ganesh Vandana.
The celebration embraced various facets of society and culture. The main highlight of the event was the retro grade dance by tiny tots based on the theme of Indian cinema. The programme involved most of the students of the School in a spectacular performance enriched with rich music, costume, dance, and mime. Folk, classic, Yoga and theatrical dance forms of India were employed as the medium of communication on the stage.
A soulful rendition by the choir group, singing the song, ‘Arambh Hai, Prachand Hai’, ending with a plea to give away the materialistic status for the sake of the nation, enthralled the audience. The school’s orchestra group in the form of an orchestral journeying through the zeal of patriotism mesmerized the audience with a scintillating display of instruments.
The chief guest appreciated the concerted efforts of the School and applauded the achievements. He exhorted the School team to keep up the good work and achieve many more laurels in future. The meritorious students of classes 10th and 12th who scored more than 90% marks in CBSE board examinations were felicitated by the Patron of the School.
The Annual School Report was read by the Principal, Geeta Devi, while the vote of thanks was presented by the Vice Principal, Dr Rakesh Chander.