Media Release
Udupi, Nov 2: Students of St Cecily’s English Medium Higher Primary School, Udupi, organized a dual celebration. One being the joyful spirit of being proud Kannadigas and the other- the festival of lights.
Grade 6B hosted a vibrant and meaningful programme commemorating Karnataka Rajyotsava-the day of declaration of statehood, which is celebrated on November 1, while Grade 6C hosted the celebration of Deepavali.
The auditorium as well as the creative stage backdrop exuberated a graceful aura of reverence to Karnataka, the loving land. The programme commenced with a meaningful prayer invoking rich blessings on the state and its people. Marwa accorded cordial words of welcome to the dignitaries comprising of Mary Karuna, faculty member, the chief guest, Sr Lathika AC, the principal, Sr Maria Roopa AC, the school administrator, faculty and students. A graceful welcome dance set a warm tone for the celebration.
The audience was also entertained with enigmatic thematic dances which enthralled, inspiring skits which enlightened and euphonious greeting songs which entertained. All these performances signified the pride of hailing from the rich state of Karnataka as well as the message of Deepavali, the festival of lights. The acts emphasized on the theme Green Diwali to protect the environment from the hazards of polluting chemicals.
The chief guest, in her inspiring message, urged the students to take pride in their roots and cherish Karnataka's rich language, culture and traditions. She also advised students to enjoy the festival of lights responsibly by sharing happiness, spreading kindness and joy with others and protecting oneself and the environment from the hazards of chemical crackers. The coordinators presented the scholar badges to the students who excelled in the midterm examinations, recognising their academic achievements and motivating them to strive for greater heights.
The celebration concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Trishanth.
Thus, the twin celebration left the students with a beautiful message: "True pride lies in cherishing our roots, while the true spirit of celebration shines in sharing joy, spreading goodness and caring for our planet."