ADIS Celebrates 66th Indian Republic Day

By DJ Girish ADIS
Bellevision Media Network

Abu Dhabi, 27 Jan 2015: In commemoration of India’s 66th Republic Day, a grand celebration was held in Abu Dhabi Indian School on 26th January 2015. The ceremony began at 9 am when the Chief guest Dr. B.R. Shetty, the Chairman Board of Governors unfurled the tri colour national flag of India in the presence of a large crowd consisting of parents, students, staff, Ex-chairman Mr. Mohan Jashanmal, Board of Governors, officials from Abu Dhabi Education Council and various other institutions. It was followed by the singing of National Anthem of India and releasing of tricoloured balloons signifying sacrifice, unity and peace.

 

The spectacular March past performed by students who belong to various houses was a breathtaking event. The synchronised contingents of ADIS students marched proudly to lilting tunes of bands before the chief guest who took the salute from the dais.

 

 

The Chief Guest in his address, reminded the students to be proud of India’s national unity, heritage and culture. The Principal, Mr. N.C. Vijaya Chandra in his welcome speech highlighted how the feeling of nationalism and patriotic fervour can be inculcated in young Indians across the globe. He emphasized on the progress made by India and invited the students to join the Prime minister’s call for ’Make in India and Clean India Campaigns’.

 

The students also performed a number of cultural programmes such as patriotic songs and dances which made the show a memorable one.