GANDHI JAYANTHI 2025

On October 2nd, the staff along with the Scouts, Guides and Squadron Leaders of Bharat Scouts and Guides, Cubs, Bulbuls and Bunnies Movement gathered at the Trinitorium to pay homage to India's most prolific freedom fighter, Mahatma Gandhi.

The programme commenced with a prayer song by the teachers. Skilfully presented by Ms Parinitha and Ms Iksha of Grade 7, the dignitaries of the day i.e., Principal Rev Fr Dominic Sunil Lobo, Vice Principal and Administrator Rev Fr Amar Lobo and Academic Co-ordinator Ms Magdalena Lewis offered flowers to the portrait of Gandhi, as a mark of reverence, which was then followed by the lighting of the lamp.

The 'All Faith Prayer', that culminates all religions under one roof was rendered by the students of the Scouts and Guides, along with their Squadron leaders. The All-Faith prayer included religious hymns and shlokas, and readings from the Holy Scriptures - The Bhagvad Gita, The Holy Bible and The Quran which were read by Master Vedanth (Grade 7), Ms Riyona and Ms Arwa of Grade 8 respectively.

Following this, Ms Pranavi of Grade 7 highlighted the importance of the day through a meaningful speech. In his speech, Rev Fr Amar Lobo spoke highly of Gandhi's values, his selfless sacrifice for the nation and teachings, reminding us that, in a world that has now lost tolerance, humanity and patience with each other, we must learn from the values left behind by Gandhi - values of truth, ahimsa, patriotism, honour, and equality. The programme came to a close with the rendition of the National Anthem.