‘Nonviolence and
truth (Satya) are inseparable and presuppose one another.... There is no God
higher than truth.’
GG International
School celebrated Gandhi Jayanti on 2nd of October 2013 through a prayer meeting within the
school campus.
The programme
commenced by offering floral tributes to the Gandhi bust by Principal Mr. Murad
Sarfraz, Vice Principal Mrs. Bharti Bhagwani, Vice Principal (Pre-Primary wing)
Ms. Sridevi , Admin Officer Mr. Chatterjee; along with all the teachers, admin members and the helper staff.
A brief introduction
to the life and works of Mahatma Gandhiji was delivered by Ms. Sushmita Mahesh
Kulkarni. The motto behind celebrating Gandhi Jayanti, that is to spread a
feeling of love, unity and brotherhood amongst all, was explained.
Next the gathering
proceeded towards the MGC (Mahatma Gandhi Centre) which is another unique
feature in the GGIS paraphernalia. It was here that the reigns of the program
were handed over to Mr. Jose Philip who shared interesting details not only
about Gandhiji’s role in the freedom struggle but also his values ideology,
teachings and thoughts and how following these can help one to achieve success
in life.
Bhajans dear to Mahatma
Gandhi resonated in the air when Ms. Monika and Mr. Ajit from the Music
Department vocalized them for the mesmerized gathering, which elucidated the
fact that Gandhian Principles are here to stay and are most in need in these
current times.
Once done with some
sweetmeats, the day culminated on a pious note and the gathering disbursed with
the pledge to abide by these principles in their life.
- Mrs. Vishakha Gupta
