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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.

To commemorate Swami Vivekananda Jayanti, the school organized a series of outreach programs across 10 different locations, aiming to spread the ideals of Swami Vivekananda—service to humanity, self-belief, and national awakening.

The outreach activities were conducted at nearby government schools, community centres, and adopted village areas. Students and teachers participated with great enthusiasm, truly reflecting the spirit of “Serve Man, Serve God” as advocated by Swamiji.

At the government schools, students delivered short speeches on Swami Vivekananda’s life and teachings, conducted value-based activities, distributed proficiency prizes, chanted Vande Mataram, performed Aarati to Bharat Mata, and presented cultural programs. Students also shared Swamiji’s quotations and interacted with local residents, emphasizing the importance of character building.

The interactions fostered an atmosphere of warmth, respect, and emotional bonding. The outreach programs concluded with a pledge to uphold Swami Vivekananda’s ideals of courage, service, and unity, making the initiative meaningful and impactful in instilling social responsibility and patriotic values among students.

Additionally, 133 students from Classes IX to XI participated in the Swadeshi Run organized by the Sports and Youth Affairs Department, further reinforcing the spirit of youth empowerment and nationalism.