The Republic Day Celebration at Navodaya English High School and Junior College, Thane, was observed with great reverence, patriotic fervour, and boundless enthusiasm. The entire school was beautifully decorated, reflecting the spirit of unity, discipline, and national pride.
The programme commenced with a warm and graceful welcome speech, which set the tone for the day and extended heartfelt greetings to the dignitaries, ladies wing,youth wing,teachers ,nonteaching staff and students. This was followed by the solemn and proud moment of unfurling the National Flag by the President of Navodaya Kannada Seva Sangha and the Chairman of Navodaya English High School and Junior College Shri. Dayanand Shetty Sir.As the Tricolour flag fluttered high in the sky, the atmosphere resonated with the echo of the National Anthem, filling every heart with patriotism.
Thereafter, inspiring speeches by students were delivered, highlighting the values of freedom, democracy, and responsibility. Their confident expressions and thoughtful words reflected their deep love for the nation.
The programme was further enriched by the enlightening address of Mrs. Kusuma Salian Madam, Headmistress of the Primary Section and this was followed by the motivating speech of Dr. Latha Murali Madam, Headmistress of Navodaya English High School and Junior College.
The audience was deeply inspired by the speech of the Honorary General Secretary of Navodaya Kannada Seva Sangha and the Administrator of Navodaya English High School & Junior College Shri Shashidhar Shetty Sir who appreciated the speeches of the students as well as gave an inspirational message through a story to soar high in your life.
The Presidential Address added further dignity to the occasion and also stressed on the importance of quality education.
The cultural segment added colour and charm to the celebration. A mesmerizing group dance performed by students from Standards III ,VIII and XI showcased harmony, coordination, and creativity. The melodious group song rendered by the students of Standard IX filled the atmosphere with patriotic zeal. The programme concluded with a delightful musical fusion, which blended rhythm, melody, and emotion, leaving the audience spellbound.
The Republic Day celebration was a perfect blend of patriotism, discipline, and cultural richness. It strengthened the spirit of unity and instilled in every student a renewed sense of pride in being an Indian. The event concluded with a vote of thanks, marking yet another memorable milestone in the glorious journey of Navodaya.