Committed to holistic education, and nurturing leaders of tomorrow, Bal Bharati Public School, GRH Marg held the Investiture Ceremony on 2 August 2024 to induct the new team of office bearers of the Student Council for the academic session 2024-25.
The school has a unique tradition of selecting office bearers for each of Its departments that is, Primary, Middle and Senior. Altogether, 46 office-bearers of the Student Council, with the support of a carefully selected team of prefects from each class will contribute in administration, discipline, and in carrying forward the traditions of the school.
The eminent Additional Directorate General, NCC Delhi Directorate, Major General Sanjay P Vishwasrao, Sena Medal BAR, graced the occasion, as the Chief Guest. The other special guests included distinguished officers of the Delhi Battalion, namely, Unit Commanding Officer Colonel Narendra Singh Yadav; Administrative Officer Lieutenant Colonel NK Rana; Administrative Officer Major Hricha Sharma, Honorary Captain Subedar Major Sukhbir Singh Sena Medal; and Subedar Major Ram Lal Bhamu. Others in the audience included representatives of the school’s PTA and Alumni Association, as well as the parents of Student Council for the session 2024-25.
The dignitaries, upon arrival, were given a grand welcome by the school band that played popular tunes, ‘Sare Jahan Se Accha’ etc. and thereafter, with a formal salute by the school’s NCC cadets. The programme, in the auditorium, began with lighting of the ceremonial lamp, which was followed by a melodious rendition of Ganesh vandana and the school song by the choir. Next, a creative display – an amalgamation of stylized yoga and dance sequences set to the soulful song, Aashayein, contributed to setting the tone of vibrant enthusiasm that marked the occasion.
After a brief description of the meticulous and extensive selection process, the Investiture Ceremony commenced, presided over by the Chief Guest Major General Sanjay P Vishwasrao, Sena Medal BAR, and the Principal, Mr LV Sehgal.
As the names of the office bearers were announced, they marched forward to the resounding beats of the drum, and were bestowed their badges and sashes. A change of guard followed, symbolising transference of duties and responsibilities from the old to the new team.
Thereafter, the previous Headboy and Headgirl shared their learnings in their respective speeches. This was followed by acceptance speeches by the newly appointed Headboy Satwik Behl (XI B) and the Headgirl Navya Bhardwaj (XI E).
Greeting the audience with a resonating ‘Jai Hind’, the Chief Guest applauded the new team, school’s values, and the principal’s leadership. Emphasizing that leaders are made, not born, he highlighted the importance of the NCC (National Cadet Corps). Asserting that true meaningful service to the society is essential for the well-being of humanity, he encouraged students to engage in activities beyond the classroom, specifically ‘desh seva’ and ‘samaj seva’. He passionately urged all to contribute in saving River Yamuna, the lifeline of Delhi.
Thereafter, the Vice Principal, Ms Vinita Dhawan proposed the vote of thanks, in which she highlighted the school’s endeavour to promote ‘responsible citizenship at school and in the community’ among all learners. Singing of the National Anthem, marked the culmination of the scintillating ceremony.
