124th birth anniversary of Jawahar Lal Nehru celebrated with enthusiasm

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 14: The 124th birth anniversary of Jawahar Lal Nehru popularly known as “Children Day” was celebrated with enthusiasm and zeal.
Floral tributes were paid to Jawahar Lal Nehru in a function held at Pradesh Congress Committee headquarter, Shaheedi Chowk. The function was attended by senior functionaries of PCC, DCC, BCC, Mahila Congress, Ward Presidents, INTUC, Seva Dal, Youth Congress and NSUI. The function was presided over by Dharma Pal Sharma, Ex-MP and Mangat Ram Sharma, Former Deputy Chief Minister was the chief guest. The speakers in their speeches threw light on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
National Panthers Party (NPP) also paid tributes to Jawahar Lal Nehru. In their rich tributes to Nehru, NPP speakers described Nehru as an undaunted ambassador of peace and a great visionary and statesman. Chief Patron of NPP Prof Bhim Singh highlighted the unique contributions of Jawahar Lal Nehru towards world peace, strengthening of Non-Aligned Movement and raising India’s image among the high profile industrial nations.
District Congress Seva Dal Jammu Urban celebrated birth anniversary of Jawahar Lal Nehru at Government Middle School Shaheedi Chowk under the leadership of BS Sambyal, State Chief Congress Seva Dal. On the occasion, sweets and notebooks were distributed among the children. The function was organised by SK Bhagat, Deputy Chief Urban.
KCS College of Education celebrated birth anniversary of Jawahar Lal Nehru. On the occasion, programme officer of NSS unit Ruchika Chib and Principal Prof OP Sharma threw light on the importance of the day. Students performed various events. US Chaudhri, President of the Kalamkari Centre Society (Women) and Purnima Chaudhri, Chairperson of the College were also present.
Sacred Heart College of Education, Paloura organized a debate competition and quiz competition on the eve of Children Day on the theme “Environment Awareness and various Educational Policies”. Sixty questions were prepared by the subject teachers in order to update the knowledge of the students. The quiz was conducted by Prof Sonika Anand. Chairman Hari Singh Chib and Principal Dr KK Tiwari distributed prizes among the winners.
Children Day was celebrated by the students of Government Hari Singh Higher Secondary School with great enthusiasm and fervour in presence of Principal, Sultana Koser alongwith staff members. Cultural items were presented by the students and the debating contest regarding the life history of Jawahar Lal Nehru was held.
Colourful cultural programme and debate was conducted by the students of Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Akhnoor to celebrate the Children Day in the School premises today. School Principal, NP Singh threw light on the life history of Pt Nehru on the occasion.
Government Higher Secondary School Jandrah celebrated the Children Day by organizing cultural programme and rangoli competition in its School premises today. School Principal, Rajni Kotwal impressed upon the students to follow the footsteps of Pt Nehru for upholding glory and prosperity of motherland.
The staff and students of Government Higher Secondary School, Dansal celebrated Children’s Day with enthusiasm and zeal in the School premises today. Principal Dalbir Singh threw light on the importance of the day.
Government Higher Secondary School, Saruinsar, Zone Gandhi Nagar celebrated the Children’s Day with pomp and show in the School. School Principal Girdhari Lal Attri highlighted the importance of the day.
Children’s Day was celebrated in the premises of Government Girls Higher Secondary School Arnia. The staff and the students delivered speeches on the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru on the occasion, while the School Principal threw light on the importance of the day.
A function was organized by Government Central Basic Higher Secondary School to celebrate the Children’s Day. Speaking on the occasion, Principal of the School, Sikinder Lal stressed upon the students to follow the teachings of Pt Nehru.
Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Gandhi Nagar celebrated Children’s Day by orgainsing cultural programme and holding speeches on the philosophy of Pt Nehru and his contribution in the development of modern India. School Principal, Tahira Parveen spoke on the occasion and emphasized the need for children education for better future of the society.
To celebrate the Children’s Day, a function was organized by Government Higher Secondary School, Sarwal, in its School premises today. The School organized a cultural programme which among others was witnessed by the Principal, Bishen Singh Jaral, who lauded the efforts of the students in conducting the programme smoothly.
Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Rehari celebrated Children Day with great enthusiasm and zeal in the School premises today. Cultural items and skits were presented by the students on the occasion. School Principal, Sanjay Kumar Zutshi threw light on the importance of the day.
Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Bishnah celebrated Children Day. On the occasion, chief guest was MLA Bishnah Ashwani Sharma. Students participated in game competition and debates. Prizes were distributed among the winners. Principal Chander Sekher Vaid threw light on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
To make the children aware of the significance of important Indian festivals and days, Delhi Public School organized a special assembly to mark Children Day, Ashoora and Gurupurab in its premises today. The staff and students presented a soul melting cultural programme on the occasion. School Principal S Sonar emphasized on the importance of the festivals.
GD Goenka Public School celebrated the Children Day in utmost festive atmosphere. A cricket match was played between staff and students amidst much cheering, which was followed by a cultural bonanza organized by the students. School Director, Sanya Bansal and Principal Jyoti Asija lighted the ceremonial lamp on the occasion.
Children Day was celebrated at KC Public School with great fervour and enthusiasm. An Arts and Crafts Meal ‘Window to My World’ was put up in the senior school quadrangle. The theme given to the paintings was the ‘The World as Perceived by Children’. Music and dance, fun and frolic, laughter and togetherness marked the festivity of the occasion in the primary wing also.
DPS Udhampur celebrated Children Day in a grand way in the premises of the School today. The assembly started with a prayer which was done by the choir of teachers. Dances and songs performed by the teachers amazed the students, who wore fancy dresses. Dr JC Gupta, chairman, LMC, Dr Anju Pandey, School Principal and Sucheta Gupta, Vice Principal were present on the occasion.
Children Day was celebrated in Luthra Public School, Talab Tilloo, Palace Road and Shemrock Angels, Talab Tilloo with enthusiasm and fervour today. Principal, Sanjeev Luthra threw light on the contribution of Pt Nehru on the occasion, while Rajeev Luthra, chairman distributed awards and merit certificates among the students.
SP Senior Secondary School, Bari Brahmana, Sarore, celebrated Children’s Day with pomp and show today. Chief guest, VK Nanda garlanded the portrait of the first Prime Minister of India in presence of students and staff of the school.
Children Day was celebrated by Army Public School Akhnoor in the School premises with fervour today. Teachers presented a beautiful cultural programme for the children and presented prayer, thought and value based skit. Children presented cultural programme on the occasion. Chairman of the Sachool, Brig SK Dey was present on the occasion.
Delhi Public School, SMVDU, Katra celebrated Children’s Day in the School premises, wherein the teachers presented cultural show including special assembly, dances, skits and group songs highlighting the importance of the children. Headmistress, Vandana Sharma spoke very high about the contribution of Pt Nehru in building the nation.
Shiksha Niketan Senior Secondary School, Jeevan Nagar celebrated Children Day in the School premises in festive atmosphere today. ID Soni, State Commissioner Bharat Scouts and Guides and School Principal, Rameshwar Singh Mengi were the guests on the occasion, who threw light on the importance of the day.
JK Montessorrie Senior Secondary School, Tirath Nagar today celebrated Children Day with enthusiasm in a special function organized in the School premises. A colourful programme was presented by the students on the occasion. Vice Principal of the School, Geeta Dixit distributed sweets among the students and presented a brief note on the importance of the day.
Sports events were organized to celebrate the Children Day at Vishwa Bharti Higher Secondary School, Akalpur. Swami Shri Ekarthananda, secretary Rama Krishaana Ashram Udhaywala was the chief guest on the occasion. JL Kaul, AN Sadhu and OP Razdan were present on the occasion.
Children Day was celebrated at Lawrence Public School, Jammu with great splendour and grandeur today. Colourful cultural programme was presented by the students on the occasion. Founder Principal, Shakuntla Joshi blessed the children on this occasion.
Children Day was celebrated at Dewan Devi Higher Secondary School, Rajpura Mangotrian. Students presented various cultural programme, which was highly appreciated by the audience. Chairman of the school Subash Suri advised the students to follow the guidelines of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Children Day was celebrated at Vijay Jyoti Model Higher Secondary School, Indira Colony, Janipur. Children presented cultural programme including songs, dance items and skits. Principal asked the students to follow the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
KNIT Green Model Academy, Gajaysinghpura, Sangrampur celebrated Children Day. On the occasion, Prof JL Kotwal, Chairman of the institution along with faculty members and students highlighted the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Prizes were also distributed among the students, who have secured first position in various activities.
Raina Higher Secondary School, Chak Seri Bhalwal celebrated Children Day. Teachers and students in their speeches threw light on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Students presented a colorful cultural programme. Later, sweets were distributed among the students.
ML Higher Secondary School, Udhampur celebrated Children Day with pomp and show. On the occasion MLA Udhampur Balwant Singh Mankotia was the chief guest, who along with Balbir Singh, CEO, SK Gandotra, retd Joint Director and Principal Sunil Sharma threw light on the importance of the day. A symposium on the topic “Nehru and his contribution to Indian democracy” was organized, followed by inter house volleyball competition and other fun games. The winners were given prizes.
Maharaja Hari Singh DAV Public Higher Secondary School Udhampur celebrated Children day. Romesh Sharma was the chief guest, who along Principal Durgesh Nandni and students threw light on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Students present dance items of different regions, followed by songs and fancy dress competition. Prizes were distributed among the participants.
NITL Higher Secondary School, Udhampur celebrated Children Day. Ajay Gupta Principal of the school was the chief guest in the function. On the occasion, children presented colourful cultural programme.
A special morning assembly was conducted at MV International School to celebrate Children Day. A group of teachers sang the Morning Prayer and students from senior classes spoke on Nehru’s contribution in laying solid foundation of its all-round progress, his statesmanship and visionary leadership. Various events were organized including fancy dress, cap race, tug of war, dance with props, balls in the bucket, balloon bursting etc. Sweets were distributed among the kids at the end by the Director Gourav Abrol.
Children Day was celebrated at RM Public School with enthusiasm and zeal. Pooja Padwal presented a heart throbbing programme for the little ones which include dance and jungle skit. Students were attired in colourful dresses. Principal Shashi Jamwal, primary coordinator Meenakshi Pathania, ID Soni and R Koul highlighted the importance of the day. Chairman Rameshwar Mengi and Trustee Rita Mengi distributed sweets among the children.
The birth anniversary of Jawahar Lal Nehru was celebrated at Sunrise Public School, Channi Himmat. On the occasion, Mangat Ram Sharma former Deputy Chief Minister was the chief guest, wh whole speaking highlighted the importance of the day. Manpreet Kour Director of Sunrise Education Trust, Rajesh Sharma Chairman of the trust, Vijay Sharma Principal of the school, Rajnish Sharma, Pallavi Gandotra, were also present.
A colourful was held at Sai Shyam Public School on the occasion of birth anniversary of Jawahar Lal Nehru. A debate was held in the school in which many students took part and highlighted the commendable contribution made by Jawahar Lal Nehru. Chairman of the Sai Shyam Educational Society CL Tickoo, Principal of the school Sarojni Saraf, Principal of Sai Shyam College Dr Usha Tickoo highlighted the efforts of Nehru ji for developing modern India.
Jammu Sanskriti School celebrated Children Day. Tribute was paid to Nehru ji by the Principal Rohini Aima, faculty members and students. Highlight of the programme was the skit performed by the teachers, followed by various songs related to children. Games, music and dance events were organized, in which students participated actively.
Bhargava Public School, Supwal, district Samba celebrated Children Day with pomp and show. A special assembly was organized, in which teachers enacting as students sang morning prayers, pledge and self-composed poems, followed by endearing performance by the toddlers. Vivek Arora, Principal and Chairman Parkash Sharma threw light on the importance of the day and also highlighted the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Rich Harvest School celebrated Children week ‘Spardha’ under the guidance of Ruchi Charak, Trustee on the eve of ‘Children Day’. Principal Dr Shivani Singh presented the welcome address and told students about the association of Children Day with Jawahar Lal Nehru’s birthday. During children’s week various events were organized in which students took part. On the concluding day Ram Singh Salathia shared his experience of climbing Mount Everest.
JK Little Millennium School, Talab Tillo celebrated Children Day. Students were attired in colorful fancy dresses. Devotional movie on Jawahar Lal Nehru was shown to the children. Teachers apprised the students about significance of the festival and exhibited the bond love by puppet show and story telling. Rajni Gupta, Managing Director, JKMS was also present.
Children Day was celebrated at Government High School Raipur with enthusiasm. Students presented cultural items and highlighted the role of Jawahar Lal Nehru in modern era. Headmaster of school Sat Pal Sharma distributed prizes among students.
Government High School, Qasim Nagar, Bahu Fort celebrated Children Day. Headmistress of the school Neelam Rani along with students highlighted the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Children Day was celebrated at Government High School, Pull Tawi. On the occasion, Headmistress Neelam Gupta threw light on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Children Day was celebrated at Government High School, Mahore, District Reasi, in which students and senior teachers of the school expressed their views highlighting the importance of the day. The event was organized by the Army in coordination with the teaching staff of the school. Army officials distributed prizes to the participating students.
Children day was celebrated at Government High School, Kallan. On the occasion, Headmaster Suresh Dubey along with students and faculty members paid tributes to Jawahar Lal Nehru and also highlighted his contribution in Indian freedom struggle.
Children day was celebrated at Bhartiya Vidya Mandir High Shool, Ramnagar, district Udhampur. A cultural programme and debate competition was organized on the occasion, in which students participated actively. Kusam Gupta, Principal, Government Degree College Ramnagar along with Vishal Gupta, Principal threw light on the importance of the day.
Silver Bells High School, Paloura celebrated Children Day. On the occasion, staff members and students highlighted the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Principal of the school advised the students to work hard to become good citizens. Certificates were given to best speakers.
Children Day was celebrated at Maha Sarswati Shishu Vidya Mandir Public School, Resham Ghar Colony. The function was presided over by RC Vaid, Retd Zonal Physical Education Officer, who along with Principal Kavita Vaid, teachers and students highlighted the importance of the day.
TS Public School and Euro Kids celebrated Children Day with enthusiasm. A special assembly was conducted by the teachers to pay tributes to Jawahar Lal Nehru. A fancy dress competition was also organized, in which children were attired as spiderman, fruits, vegetables, fairies, krish and batman. Chairperson TS Group of Educational Institutions Pooja Malhotra highlighted the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Ramisht Twinkling Star Public High School, Basohli celebrated Children Day. On the occasion, a cultural programmes was organized, in which students participated. At the end, prizes were distributed among the students who took part in various cultural events.
Ankur Vidyalaya Public High School, New Plot celebrated Children Day. On the occasion, BL Koul and Veer Ji were chief guests, who while speaking highlighted the importance of the day. Principal Reena and Head Principal Rama were also present.
Children day was celebrated at SD Tara Puri Public High School. On the occasion, president of the school MR Puri along with school secretary Ram Pal Sharma, treasurer BR Sharma and Principal Neeru Puri delivered speeches highlighting the importance of the day.
Dream Land Public High School, Udhampur celebrated Children Day. Chairman of the School was the chief guest, who while speaking highlighted the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Children Day was celebrated at Trikuta Shiksha Niketan High School, Reasi. A colourful programme was presented by students, which was highly applauded by the audience with thundering applauses.
Elite Public School celebrated Children Day with great pomp and show. On the occasion, a quiz programme was organized in which the students took part. Principal of the School threw light on the importance of the day. The children were dressed up as Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Delhi Public School, Leh celebrated Children Day. A special assembly was conducted, in which students presented songs, skits, dance items and also expressed their views on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Principal Subash Kumar highlighted the contribution of Jawahar Lal Nehru in Indian freedom struggle.
The birthday of Jawahar Lal Nehru was celebrated at Daffodils Care Convent Play way School, Jain Bazar. Children were attired as Jawahar Lal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi and many other famous leaders. Children cut a cake and played many games like passing the parcel, frog race ring the toes and won many prizes. Dance competition was also held on the occasion. Gifts were presented to children. Principal Shikha Puri highlighted the importance of the day.
A cultural programme was organized at Government Middle School, Galwade Chak, Marh. On the occasion, students presented songs and speeches on Jawahar Lal Nehru, Dogra Art and Culture. Sarpanch Satpal asked the students to follow the teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Students also expressed their views highlighting the importance of the day.
Government Girls Middle School celebrated Children Day. Speaking on the occasion, chief guest in the function Tariq Shah threw light on the importance of the day.
Mother’s Pride and Joy Pre-School celebrated Children Day, in which faculty members and students participated actively. Principal of the school threw light on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Children Day was celebrated at KC Kids, Play School, Udhampur. Vijay Puri, Academic Director, KCGPSS, and Tej Razdan, Principal, KCGPS Udhampur were the guest of honour on the occasion. Small kids under the age group of 2 to 6 years presented rhymes and patriotic songs. Students of class 1st participated in Public Speaking Competition. Vijay Puri, Tej Razdan, Neha Khullar, Incharge, KC Kids apprised children about the contributions of Jawahar Lal Nehru in the Indian freedom struggle.
KC Playway School celebrated Children Day with enthusiasm and zeal. The programme began by garlanding the portrait of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Mina Tickoo threw light on the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru.
Euro Care Pre School, Trikuta Nagar visited Balidan Stambh with children and staff on the eve of Children Day. A display dedicated to Jawahar Lal Nehru depicting his life and works was shown to children. The students were apprised about the role played by Jawahar Lal Nehru in freedom struggle. Sweets were distributed among the students by the Principal.
Kidzee celebrated Children Day at its all branches–Anand Nagar Bohri, Gandhi Nagar and Channi Himmat. On the occasion, various sports activities were organized, in which students participated actively. In the end, sweets were distributed among the students.
Children Day was celebrated at Kids Campus, Channi Himmat with enthusiasm and Zeal. Teachers of the school apprised the kids about the life and teachings of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Aditi Gupta, Director of the school emphasized on the importance of day and distributed cakes and sweets among the kids.
The students of Bhartiya Lok Sangeet Kala Sansthan and National Computer Centre celebrated Children’s Day with pomp and show today. V K Mangotra, former Regional Director of Director of Field Publicity, Government of India was the chief guest on the occasion. A cultural programme was held by the students.
Nehru Yuva Kendra Kathua also celebrated the Children’s Day as the Day coincides with its Foundation Day also. On the occasion a symposium on the topic Nationalist vision of Children was held in which the students of the institute took part.
On the occasion of Children’s Day a legal awareness camp was organized in the premises of Government High School Sarna tehsil and district Samba today under the chairmanship of Inder Singh, Chairman District Legal Services Authority (Principal District & Session Judge) Samba in collaboration with S S Bali, Chairman Tehsil Legal Services Committee( Sub Judge / CJM Samba.  On the occasion Miss Geeta Kumari Munsiff Judicial Magistrate, ISt Class Samba apprised the children of their duties.
SBI Swankha today donated water purifier to Government High School Saidgarh on the occasion of Children’s Day in presence of Headmaster Sushila Gupta and other school staff members as a part of Corporate Social responsibility. Speaking on the occasion Branch Manager SBI Swankha Nidi Anand highlighted the role of the Bank in providing drinking water in the schools especially in rural areas.
Children’s Day and Bal Diwas which coincides with the birthday of Pandit Nehru was celebrated with gaiety and fevour under the patronage of Anshul Chachra, president Family Welfare Organization (FWO) Northern Command. Forty five children from Udhampur based ASHA School and 40 children from the Drona Hostel participated in the function at Tara Mount official residence of Army Commander at Udhampur Garrison today.
Gandhi Global Family celebrates the birth day of Pandit Nehru with School Children at Gandhi Smriti Raj Ghat, New Delhi in which Padamshri S P Verma vice president of the Gandhi Global Family said that Pt Nehru is considered one of the architects of modern India.
Jiyo Aur Jeene Do (NGO) celebrated Children Day at Government Girls Middle School. The speakers in their speeches spoke regarding various environmental problems and emphasized on the need of spreading moral values in society to prevent crime. A cultural program was also presented by the children comprising patriotic songs and folk dances. Chairman of NGO, Headmaster of the school Kewal Krishan, President of NGO Tariq Shah, Advocate Anil Vijay were also present.
On the occasion of Children Day, Madhav Lal Nanda Memorial Trust felicitated the meritorious students of district Reasi in a function, which was attended by children, their parents, social activists and local populace. Ajay Nanda, district president BJP was the chief guest, who honoured the students. The students who were honoured are Sonali Sharma, Mahima, Radhika Suri, Riya Sharma, Palak Mengi, Akhilesh, Rohit, Hardeep, Shikha Rani, Ananya, Shalakshi, Sonali Thakur and Roshi Devi.
McDonald’s, Residency Road celebrated Children Day with children from Apexcel Indo British Kids. A fun filled event was organized wherein parents of the kids were invited at McDonald to party, play and create an unforgettable exciting celebration with their wards marking the day.
The event started with a sketching competition in which Hargun, Rigiv, Pranet, Abhiraj, Manjot, Saarika and Zeeshan were the star performers.

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