Page 44 - Ankur Magazine 2022

INDEPENDENCE DAY

elhi Public School Jammu celebrated Independence Day in solemn and dignified demeanour,
as part of the ongoing celebrations of ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav,’ with great patriotic fervour
Dand zeal. A special assembly was organized on the occasion in which the students showcased a
colourful spectacle of patriotic performances.
The celebration included a mélange of cultural activities that showcased the true essence of Indian
Independence. The series of cultural events began with a patriotic song by the school choir. This patriotic
song was sung by 80 students upholding the National Flag, which mesmerized the audience and inspired
them to sing aloud the glories of our country. This was followed by a mime act on COVID Appropriate
Behaviour that encouraged everyone to display the readiness to comply with the COVID Protocols.
The main highlight of the event was the Skit on the tragic Pulwama terrorist attack, which was
a tribute to the soldiers, recalling their supreme sacrifice for the sake of the nation and reinforcing the
spirit of patriotism, loyalty and commitment towards nation. The event also included a scintillating
patriotic dance performance by the junior kids of the school that seemed like a firework of rapid-moving
steps. This was followed by the Prize Distribution Ceremony, wherein around 60 achievers, who brought
laurels to the school in different categories such as Sports, Academics, Intra-Class Competitions and
other extra-curricular activities, were felicitated with prizes and certificates. A formal vote of thanks was
presented by Ms. Jyoti Pallalia, House Master-Tawi House.

44