Guru Purnima was celebrated in our school on 29 July 2026 with great devotion and joy. The programme began at 11:30 a.m. in the school prayer hall.

The occasion was graced by Smt. Yapak Buchi and Smt. Token Nguri Riram. The Donyi Polo priests from IRBN Colony were also invited to bless the gathering.

A total of 368 people attended the programme, including 230 students, 51 teachers, and 87 parents, including Sankul members.

Students of Classes VI, VII, and VIII presented a short cultural programme on the theme “Guru.” Sri Kesav Upadhaya spoke about the importance of Guru Purnima.

The Donyi Polo priests and their team performed a puja and blessed everyone with sacred water and sacred threads. The celebration concluded with a feeling of devotion, gratitude, and joy.

Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya, Itanagar, celebrated Matri Puja with great enthusiasm and devotion on 07 February 2026. The programme was organised to honour and appreciate the selfless love, sacrifices, and nurturing role of mothers in shaping children's lives.

The presence of the Chief Guest, Dr. Joyir Siram Murtem, HoD, Computer Science, RG Polytechnic, and an alumnus of VKV, Itanagar, graced the event. In her inspiring address, she shared her personal experiences and motivated students to face the CBSE examinations with confidence and determination.

Sri Uthaman V. N. explained the spiritual significance of Matri Puja by quoting Matru Panchakam, composed by Adi Shankaracharya, highlighting the revered status of mothers in Indian culture.

The sacred puja rituals were performed by the students for their mothers under the guidance of Sri Moolchand Sharma, creating a deeply emotional and devotional atmosphere. Students expressed their heartfelt gratitude towards their mothers, teachers, and the Vidyalaya through experience-sharing sessions. Some parents also shared their appreciation for the school for conducting such meaningful and value-based programmes.

Sri Bibhuti Bhushan welcomed the gathering, and Sri Jiten Das proposed the vote of thanks. A total of 111 students, along with their parents, attended the programme. The event was well coordinated by Sri Sangram Choudhary, Sri Ramesh Kumar, Sri Dumber Kumar Timsina, and a dedicated team of teachers.

As part of the programme, Class X admit cards were distributed to the students by their respective class teachers.

Matri Puja served as a powerful reminder of the unconditional love and sacrifices of mothers. The programme strengthened the bond between students and their mothers while fostering a deep sense of gratitude, respect, and appreciation, making the celebration meaningful and memorable for all.