Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 25: Sprawling Buds and Apple Kids International Pre- School, Bantalab celebrated Annual Day with great pomp and show at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium Complex, University of Jammu, here this afternoon.
Bali Bhagat, former Minister was the chief guest on the occasion, while Prof Lalit Magotra, Renowned Scientist and Convener Dogri Advisory Board Sahitya Academy , New Delhi was the guest of honour, who distributed prizes among the achievers in Academic, Sports and cultural activities held during the year.
Full of enthusiasm the tiny tots of School presented a colorful cultural programme which enthralled the audience and students. The function started with Saraswati Vandana and lighting of ceremonial lamp by the chief guest, Bali Bhagat, guest of honour, Prof Lalit Magotra and other dignitaries. Then the little toddlers from Play group presented an eye catching fancy dress item which was followed by Yoga Aasans and martial art skills by the young students which thrilled the audience.
Earlier, coordinator of the School, Anupam Sharma presented welcome address. Annual report by the Director of the school, Arti Sharma. She owed the credit of magnificent achievements of the school in a short span of time to the dedicated staff and cooperative parents.
Addressing the gathering, the chief guest appreciated the efforts of the school in providing quality education and moulding the kids into all round characters at this young age.
Prominent among others present in the function included special guests, Sanjit Khajuria, assistant director, Doordarshan, .Ram Khajuria, Secretary , Indian Mountaineering Foundation North Zone Committee, New Delhi, Sukhdev Singh, Sarpanch, Subhash Bhagat, Ex Municipal Corporator and Ramesh Hangloo. Vote of thanks was presented by Sujata Pandita.