The students of HC Auxilium Vasant Vihar celebrated 70^th Independence of our beloved nation on August 11, 2017. With hearts stirred up with patriotism, the students commenced the celebrations highlighting the great sacrifices and selfless service rendered by the freedom fighters and soldiers of our country. The short prayer service conducted by Class XII E  created an awareness in everyone present, the necessity of praying for peace and unity in the country and to acknowledge the challenging service of our soldiers to the nation and to be grateful to them for being the sentinels of our freedom in the country with daily prayers.

The inter house competitions-March Past including NCC contingents, patriotic melodies and patriotic dances were part of the celebrations. The poem of Rabindranath Tagore “Where the mind is without fear” sung by the School choir and the official anthem -“Hum sab Bharatiyahain” by the NCC cadets helped the studentsto have a strong sense of patriotism by generously contributing their mite tothe progress of the nation.

At the conclusion, Sr. Maria, congratulated the students for the wonderful performance and encouraged them to contribute towards the upliftment of our country and never to forget the sacrifices made by the soldiers and freedom fighters towards the independence of our nation. Sr. Celine, Principal then declared the results of the competitions and gave away the prizes. She congratulated all the participants and winners especially Vicuna house emerging as the overall winners.

God Bless our Country!

The programme was graced by the presence of Sr. Rose Kurekattu the animator of the community and the manager of the school. The day commenced with a welcome speech by Sir. Manoj Minj, the coordinator of the High school. It was followed by flag hosting and parade by the students of the school.

The program continued with the patriotic dance, songs, speeches in honor of the freedom fighters of our nation and a drill by the middle school students. The chief guest in her speech said, “We celebrate the liberty of our nation India but still there is injustice and corruption. True independence and freedom can only exist by doing what’s right. Therefore, it is our responsibility to lead our country ahead with harmony and justice and make our country the best nation”. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, given by Sir. Manoj Minj

 “Freedom in the mind, faith in the words…Pride in our souls….. Let’s salute those great men, who made this possible”

The 70th Independence Day of India was celebrated in H.C. Auxilium Vasant Vihar by the students and staff of the school. The programme was a two days event where on 11th August all the students gathered for the march past in the school ground headed by the school cabinet and followed by all the four houses. The students enjoyed and were thrilled to hear the drum beats echoing in the school premises. Mazzarello house and Bosco house bagged the first and second position respectively in the senior section whereas Mazzarello and Vicuna house bagged the first
and second position respectively in the junior section. The day ended by a national pledge.

On 12th August the students gathered in the school auditorium. The programme commenced
by the welcome address, followed by the lightning of the lamp. A presentation on journey to freedom by class 10^th  students which left the students dumbstruck followed by ‘Hasya kavita paath’  in Hindi, the street play and fancy dress competition was very amusing for the students. To add on to the fun and gratification there was an English debate
and English recitation competition was executed. It was followed by the address of Sr. Maria Pettayil, who congratulated the students for their efforts and the wonderful performances put up by them. In conclusion principal Sr. Celine appreciated all the students, teachers for their efforts and cooperation in making the event a big success. The programme ended by the national anthem played on the sarod.

“Into that heaven of freedom, let my country awake” said Tagore.  In spite of the  morning  showers of rain on 14^th August 2016 in Holy Child Auxilum, R. K.Puram the oratorians celebrated the 70^th  Independence Day. With a short cultural programme, 60 children brought out the beautiful message that we as Indians should hold each other’s hand and work for the betterment of our nation. Sr. Lily, the animator  invited the children to love and respect each other as brothers and Sisters of the same motherland. The programme was concluded with a photo session and the distribution of snacks.

Sr. Anima Minj

The lovely tradition and sweet memories of the Independence Day was held on 15^th August 15, 2016 at Auxilium Convent School New Chumta. The programme was graced by the presence of the parish priest of New Chumta Fr. Sanjay Kindo. The day commenced with a welcome speech by the Ms. Gloria Kujur, the coordinator of the High school. It was followed by flag hosting and the parade by the students house wise.  The program continued with the patriotic dance, songs, speeches and the action song in honor of the freedom fighters of our nation.

The chief guest in his speech said, “we celebrate the liberty of our Bharat but still there is injustice and corruption. True independence and freedom can only exist in doing what’s right. Therefore, it is our responsibility to lead our country ahead with harmony and justice and make it a best nation”. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, given by Sir Rabindra Sharma the coordinator of the school.