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The much-awaited inauguration of the newly constructed school building of Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Balijan was held on 17 June 2026 with great enthusiasm and active community participation. The project was undertaken under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of [NTPC Limited](https://www.ntpc.co.in?utm_source=chatgpt.com), Bongaigaon, reflecting the organization's commitment to strengthening educational infrastructure in remote regions.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by Shri Nabam Vivek, Hon'ble MLA of 14-Doimukh Constituency, as the Chief Guest, and Shri Takar Rava, ADC Balijan, as the Guest of Honour. Representing NTPC Bongaigaon were Smt Debaleena Das, DGM-HR, and Shri Rounak Kundu, Senior Assistant Engineer, CCD.

The programme was attended by Aa. Sujatha Nayak, Secretary, VKVAPT, and Aa. Rupesh Mathur, Prant Sangathak and Joint Secretary, VKVAPT. Also present were the building contractor Sri Nikam Beyang, Chief Engineer Sri Rajkumar Roy, local dignitaries, SSG members, Sankul Pramukhs, teachers, students, and parents.

The inaugural ceremony commenced with a traditional local puja conducted by the Nyader Namlo team, followed by a Vedic puja performed by Panditji, invoking divine blessings for the new beginning. The Principal of VKV Balijan delivered the welcome address, followed by words of blessing from Aa. Rupesh Mathur Ji.

On behalf of NTPC, Smt Debaleena Das shared her thoughts on the importance of educational development and community partnership. Aa. Sujatha Nayak Didi, in her address, highlighted how a long-cherished dream had finally taken shape and become a reality through collective efforts and support.

The occasion was further enlivened by a series of cultural performances presented by the students of VKV Balijan. The programme featured a mesmerizing traditional dance, a patriotic song, and a classical dance performance, which were warmly appreciated by the audience.

In his address, the Chief Guest emphasized that education is the cornerstone of social transformation and stated that the upgraded facilities would provide a better learning environment for the children of Balijan and the surrounding areas. The new building, equipped with spacious classrooms, a library, and science laboratories, is expected to significantly enhance the quality of education and student engagement.

The management of VKV Balijan expressed heartfelt gratitude to NTPC for its generous support and reaffirmed its commitment to providing value-based education inspired by the ideals of Swami Vivekananda. The event concluded with a vote of thanks, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the growth and development of the institution.

The upgraded infrastructure is expected to benefit hundreds of students annually, fostering academic excellence, holistic development, and stronger bonds between the school and the local community.

The VKV Balijan Band Team won first prize in the State-Level Brass Band Competition, organized under the theme ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ by Samagra Shiksha, Arunachal Pradesh, on 5th December 2025.

Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Balijan successfully hosted its school-level science exhibition, a much-anticipated event, on 27-10-25 in the school campus. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Smt. Techi Sita, PGT Hindi, Balijan Govt. Higher Secondary School and our responsible Sankul Pramukh, Lenka, commenced at 11:00 AM and was open to students, parents, and faculty. The primary objective was to provide students with a platform to showcase their understanding of scientific principles through innovative, working models and projects, thereby encouraging scientific temperament and creativity. 
 Students make models, show chemical reactions, explain the diversity of India, etc, as the exhibition was not only for science subjects but for Social science, mathematics. A no of chemical reactions, which show change in colour, change in smell, size expansion, like theoretical aspects, were explained. 
A total of 50 models were made out of which mathematics models were 13, science models were 28, and social science models were 9. Students from classes VI to XII participated in the exhibition. Other students were the audience. Each group had 2-3 students were there. 
After the Chief Guests observed all the models and experiments, judges came, observed, questioned them, and marks were awarded in the judgment sheet. A total of 6 judges were there, who are actually teachers of the institution. They judge as per the classes given and their subject. 
After the exhibition was over, an exciting quiz season was conducted on science. All students from classes VI to XII, participated mandal-wise in the quiz competition. We have four mandals, and each mandal has 48 students. All the students participated positively and energetically. Finally, Eknathji Mandal secured first position. 

School Level Gita Chanting Competition has been organised on 24th October 2025 (Friday) to glorify and promote the message of the holy book Bhagwat Gita among the students and the society. The programme was inaugurated with an invocation and a small speech about the importance of the Bhagwat Gita by Smt Nirmala Tamang. She emphasised that the Chanting of the Bhagavad Gita can improve our concentration, memory power, and phonetics. Chanting of the Bhagavad Gita can help us to establish peace within ourselves and the purity of thoughts and desires. 
The programme was conducted during the 5th to 6th period for primary and 7 7th and 8th period for secondary. The judges of the programme are Smt. Nirmala Tamang (Hindi Teacher), Su. Saloni Tiwari (Sanskrit teacher) and Su. Sneha Gogoi (Librarian). There were 4 Categories: group A, B, C and group D. In group A - 20 students, B- 36 students, C -12 students and group D – 8 students. A total of 76 students participated. 

VKV BALIJAN successfully conducted a workshop under the Prachodaya camp -- Be the light on 13 September 2025 at 10:30 am to 2.30 pm in VKV Balijan prayer hall. The workshop was organised for the students who had earlier participated in phase 1 of the camp, where they studied and reflected on Swamiji’s thought interpretation. 43 Selected students from the phase-1- 1 were invited to attend this workshop for further enrichment.
The programme began with an invocation, followed by a patriotic song by Smt. Anjali Das set a devotional and inspiring tone for the session. The welcome address delivered by Smt. Mitarani Gantayat, after which the principal of VKV Balijan, Su. Latashree Deo highlighted the importance of the workshop in nurturing the students to become true carriers of Swamiji's message of light.
The practical session was conducted by Su. Juhi Gupta and Su. Shyamoli Moran. Su. Juhi Gupta instructed the Sthiti of Surya namaskar as well as explained the scientific importance of Surya namaskar, emphasizing its benefits for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Students also enthusiastically performed Surya Namaskar under their guidance.

Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Balijan celebrated National Sports Day & Constitutional Awareness Program with great enthusiasm on August 29th, 2025.The event aimed to promote physical fitness, sportsmanship, and teamwork among students. 
Marathon Race:
A thrilling marathon race was organized, in which students from classes VI to XII participated with zeal and energy. The race witnessed keen competition and sportsmanship. The race started from Balijan market to Daflagarh market and again came back to VKV Balijan. The total distance covered by the students in the Marathon Race is 6 km. 
Class-wise wise some activities were conducted in the following: 
    Classes I&II – Frog Jump
    Class III – Balance Race
    Classes IV & V- 100 m Race
    Classes VI to VIII- Leg cricket
    Classes IX to XII- Volleyball
The event promoted physical fitness, sportsmanship, and camaraderie. The National Sports Day celebration at our school was a resounding success, inspiring students to adopt a healthy lifestyle and develop a passion for sports.
On August 30th, during the School Assembly, the principal and vice principal distributed prizes to motivate students to participate more in the coming days.