Parents’ Day observed at Bhavan Vidyalaya, Chandigarh

Bhavan Vidyalaya, Chandigarh, organised Parents’ Day for classes VII and VIII to honour the parents’ community for their unstinted support and love. Director Education-cum-Senior Principal Vineeta Arora warmly welcomed chief guest Madhukar Malhotra, honorary secretary, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Chandigarh Kendra. Principal Bhavan Vidyalaya, New Chandigarh, Inderpreet Kaur; Principal, Bhavan Vidyalaya Junior Wing, Kunika Sharma; Vice-Principal, Bhavan Vidyalaya, Chandigarh, Suparna Bansal; Vice-Principal, Bhavan Vidyalaya, New Chandigarh, Sneha Wadhwa were also present. The event began with the lighting of the lamp and a warm welcome to the audience. The students presented an inspirational play etched in ‘Guru-Shishya Parampara’ – “The Story of Eklavya”. The spectacular performances documented the life of the tribal boy who rose to become a master archer. It is a story of obedience, sacrifice, dedication, hard work and perseverance which holds relevance in the present times too. Various dances, ranging from classical performances to tribal and warrior dances were seamlessly woven into the story. The play highlighted the importance of a healthy and respectful teacher-student relationship. The audience was transported to this timeless narrative rich in the history, traditions, and glorious heritage of our great nation. Madhukar Malhotra praised this in-house endeavour of the students and teachers. He emphasised the need to inculcate the lessons imparted by the play. He thanked the parents for their support and faith in the school. The event concluded with an expression of gratitude followed by the rendition of the national anthem.