BPS celebrated its 68^th Annual Day and Old Boys Day

It was indeed a historic moment today at Birla Public School, when one of our alumni Mr. Vinod Rai  (CAG) of India, visited his alma-mater as Chief Guest  for the 68^th Annual Day celebration. At 2.30 in the afternoon he reached the Junior Section Playground where he was received by Col. V.N. Ratnakar, Director B.E.T. Captain (IN) Alokesh Sen , Principal Birla Public School, Lt. Col. Shokat Ali, Bursar ,BPS, school Prefectural Board and the School NCC Officers. The outdoor programme started with march past by the School NCC Troops led by parade commander Master Himanshu Sharma and Mounted troops led by Master Bhupendra Singh Dillho. This was followed by an exceptional band display by the boys on very difficult tunes and a drum solo which captivated the guests.

Yoga boys showed different advanced asanas which left the audience mesmerized and spellbound. Then the Gymnastic boys displayed breath taking difficult stunts which undoubtedly impressed all. The clown kept everyone in a hilarious mood.  The Taekwondo and   Hoops drill were enjoyed by all. The Flag Drill made everyone’s mood calm, sober and tranquil. The theme of the programme was Unity under Divinity.  The Chief Guest away the prizes for outdoor activities for the session 2010-2011. Then the most awaited outdoor programme riding show was presented by the team leader Bhupender Singh Dhillo. A wonderful show was put by the team displaying different tricks and various techniques were used in ancient wars. Later in the evening the Chief Guest along with other guests reached the Middle Section where he inaugurated the newly constructed Computer and Maths Lab complex. This was followed by the Science Exhibition. He showed a keen interest in the various working models which the boys had made.

Later in the evening at 7.00 p.m. the Chief the Guest arrived to witness the much awaited indoor programme. The welcome song and a walk on flower petals marked his entry to the hall.    Col. V.N. Ratnakar , Director BET welcomed the Chief Guest this was followed by Ganesh Vandana. The video on the life of  Mr. Vinod Rai. made Mr. Rai Nostalgic about the days he had spent here.   This was followed by the Principal’s report which highlighted the achievement of the students as well as the school. He also envisaged the school’s policy and programme . He also stressed on the need to take lead in the use of technology so that we may not lag behind in the changing world scenario where everything is available at single click. This was followed by School orchestra where the boys gave a melodious performance. This was followed by a Dance Medley which had four tracks and this was followed by an English skit “Mahabharta - The Saga Continues it is said of the epic “Mahabharta” whatever is illustrated is this book is present in life of human being, society, state and the nation. Life has various shades. It has the vibrant colours , the bright and dull , darker shades of grey and black as well . This symbolizes we can look at each specimen of that time from kings. Princes, civil servants, advisers, businessman, the urban class, the poor and paupers.  Kansa had killed all the children of Devki and then all the children who were born in Mathura. We have a parallel to this in today’s India. To be more specific at Nithari, Noida.       Draupadi was in pain and anguish where she was being molested and the whole class was mute witness. The crime on women still continues unabated. The society again a witness. Things haven’t changed much. Mukhtar Mai tried to raise her voice, she was brutally tortured. This is the world we live in. The Forms, natures, the way of execution and modus operandi haven’t at changed. The world is still the same. To bring the agitated mind back to sobriety, a solo song. “Yeh Jo Mohabat Hai” by Akhil Bansal , just did the trick.  The children never want  to  study but there is  no option. Our tiny tots presented a Qwawalli. “Hardam ki uf yeh padhai toh Bilkul bhi raas no aai hamein”

Then the boys presented “The Architects of India”. It was about various people from different fields, the leaders, philanthropists, scientists, freedom fighters, Industrialists, poets and philosophers. Who have shaped the destiny of modern India.  The boys presented an invocation  from Geetanjali ‘ Augune Paurush ‘Moni the song depicts the importance of divine light which illuminates everybody outwardly as well as internally. It cleanses the mind, body and the soul. Whosoever comes under the influence of this divine light attains ‘Nirvana’. To mark the special day a Brochure was released by the Chief Guest. Later amidst the thunderous applause the Chief Guest gave away the prizes to the students.  The Chief Guest in his speech was reminiscent and nostalgic about the days he had spent here as a young child. He remembered all his days spent in the school and firmly said that whatever he is today it is just because of the guidance given by his teachers and the school.  The school captain – Master Rohit Jaiswal proposed the vote of thanks.

National Anthem brought an end to the programme. Subsequently the Chief Guest and the other guests had Dinner in the Middle Section Mess.

Old Boys Day and VINOBA meeting

Old boys day and vinoba meeting was held on 25 nov 2011.All the old boys enjoyed the basketball match played between school team and VINOBA.The Vinoba team won the match.Later the new staff quarter in the Junior section was inaugurated by Shri Vinod Rai the CAG of India.Finally the staff meeting was held where the members were introduced to each other.