Media Release
Udupi, Nov 14: Trinity Central School celebrated the joyous festival of Deepavali with great enthusiasm and festive spirit on Nov 7. The celebration brought together students and teachers in a vibrant atmosphere filled with light, joy, togetherness and the rich traditions of Indian culture.
The occasion was graced by the presence of principal, Fr Dominic Sunil Lobo; vice principal, Fr Amar Lobo; Guardian of Trinity Vihar, Fr Manohar D’Souza; and academic coordinator, Magdalina Lewis, who adorned the dais.
The celebration commenced with a prayer, which was then followed by unique traditional inauguration inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Tulunadu. A symbolic replica of an agricultural field was created to recreate the age-old custom of Tudar Parba, associated with the Deepavali celebrations of coastal Karnataka. The ceremonial lighting of diyas in the replica of the farmland symbolised the traditional practice of illuminating agricultural fields to welcome King Baliyendra, also known as Bali Chakravarthy.
Adding to the festive charm, students and teachers were dressed in beautiful traditional attire, reflecting the cultural richness and spirit of Deepavali.
The programme featured a series of colorful and meaningful performances that beautifully highlighted the significance of the festival. A skit depicting the importance of Deepavali, along with a captivating excerpt from the epic Ramayana, reminded everyone of the timeless values of righteousness, courage, goodness and the ultimate victory of truth over evil. The kindergarten and primary students added a delightful touch to the celebration with their energetic and graceful dance performances. The school choir further enriched the occasion with a melodious song celebrating the beauty and significance of light, spreading a message of hope, peace and positivity. The primary students delivered speeches on the importance of Deepavali and the values it upholds.
Addressing the gathering, principal Fr Dominic Sunil Lobo shared his thoughts on the significance of Deepavali and extended his heartfelt festive greetings to everyone. He conveyed his warm wishes to all the families, encouraging them to celebrate the festival with joy, harmony, love and togetherness.
The celebration was a beautiful blend of culture, tradition, music and meaningful messages. It provided students with an opportunity to understand the essence of Deepavali while appreciating the values and traditions associated with the festival. The programme concluded on a joyful note, leaving everyone with hearts filled with happiness and the spirit of light.