Lala Lajpat Rai International School, Landeke, Moga

The school campus came alive with joy and festivity as students and staff celebrated the vibrant festival of Lohri. The celebration, held in the school ground, was a grand affair that brought school community to honour the traditional harvest festival of Punjab. The event began with an engaging assembly where students shared the significance and history of Lohri. This was followed by cultural performances, including traditional Punjabi fold dances like bhangra and gidda. The highlight of the celebration was the traditional Lohri bonfire, around which students and teachers gathered to offer prayers, sing folk song and toss sesame seeds, jiggery and popcorn into the flames. The atmosphere was filled with excitement. Principal Dr Poonam Arora addressed the gathering, emphasising the importance of cultural traditions. She encouraged students to value their heritage and participate in such celebrations with enthusiasm. The celebration concluded with the distribution of traditional sweets like rewri, gachak and popcorn, leaving everyone with fond memories of the joyous day. The school is proud to keep the spirit of India’s cultural heritage alive through such vibrant celebrations creating a sense of community and togetherness among, students and staff. Director Pawan Bansal and Chairperson Daisy Bansal, along with Principal Poonam Arora, congratulated all the faculty and students.