Independence Day 2022 Celebrations
Yes, this year our nation celebrated its 76th Independence Day – 15th August 1947 being our first Independence Day.
And on this 75th Independence Anniversary, we at Divine Child High School had a galore of activities, events, competitions leading to our special day, as part of the ‘Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav’ –
- On 11th August 2022, we organized ‘Prabhat Pheri’ in the surrounding area of the school. The teachers accompanied students of Stds. IV & V as they performed loud and enthusiastic national slogans ‘Vande Mataram’ and ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ which reverberated in the air and instilled a sense of patriotism in all.
- On 12th August 2022, the school resounded with the beautiful renditions of patriotic songs at the Patriotic Singing Competition.
- V & VI made beautiful, colourful Rakhis for 76th Independence Day.
- VII had a drawing competition on the topic of 76th Independence Day. Drawings depicted freedom fighters and our journey to freedom.
- IX penned their views on the 76th Independence Day in their essays.
- Rangoli competition was held for Stds. VII, VIII, IX. The creative and colourful Rangolis showcased the 76th Independence Day beautifully.
‘Twas an exciting few days preparing for our special day.
And then, the glorious 76th Independence Day dawned with Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru’s words spoken in the year 1947, ringing in our ears and minds – “At the stroke of midnight when the world sleeps, India will awake to freedom”. Our chief guest Lion Saraswati Sankar was invited to hoist our Tricolour Flag and the singing of the National Anthem pulled at our patriotic heartstrings. The cultural events by the students created a feeling of unity and national integration. The inspiring speeches in English, Hindi and Marathi captured the audience. The atmosphere in the school was charged with the feeling of patriotism, unity and brotherhood.
