STATE LEVEL VAIDIK CHETNA AND CHARITRA NIRMAN SHIVIR INAUGRATED AT DAV PAKHOWAL ROAD LUDHIANA

 DAV Public School Pakhowal Road Ludhiana inaugurated the 6 days State Level  Vedic Chetna and Charitrya Nirman  Shivir on its campus on 2nd June 2019 for the students of 6th to 9th classes .The day added a golden leaf to be cherished in the history of DAV Pakhowal Road. Around 300 students along with 50 teachers from 40 schools all over Punjab came all the way to participate in the Shivir with an objective to learn the lesson of Simple living high thinking.

 The Principal Dr. Satwant Kaur Bhullar performed the ceremonial Havan along with the esteemed dignitaries Hon’ble Shri J.P. Shoor ji (Director PS-I) as the Chief Guest of the event, Respected Dr. S.S. Johl (Chancellor, The Central University Punjab, Bathinda and Vice Chairman ,DAV  Pakhowal Road) , Pr. Dr. Mrs Neelam Kamra (Secretary, APP Upsabha Punjab), Dr. Rakesh Puri ( Member, DAVCMC), Dr. Bharti Uppal ,Sh. Akshay Girdhar , Sh. Rakesh Jain and Sh. P.S. Bajaj ( LMC Members). The pioneers of Arya Samaj - Captain V.K Syal, Sh. Suresh Sharma,   Sh. Ajay Monga  and Sh. Sumit Tandon were also present to add  charm to the ocassion.The event was made more momentous in the presence of elite principals including  Pr. Mrs Kusum Khungar, Pr. Vinod Kumar, Pr. Paramjit, Pr. Saroj Bhanot and many other principals from various schools of Punjab.

Pr. Dr. Bhullar shared that with the blessings of Arya Rattan Padam Shri Dr. Punam Suri Ji Hon’ble President DAVCMC, New Delhi and President Arya Pradeshik Pratinidhi Sabha,New Delhi and the guidance of Respected Shri J.P. Shoor Ji, Director PS-I, the camp has been initiated with the aim to inculcate and promote the eternal values and wisdom of the Vedas among the budding stakeholders. It is a pursuit to teach the students, the essence of being a true Arya. She also acknowledged the indispensible role of Respected Dr. S.K. Arora, Regional Director and Rev. Dr. Mrs Ajay Sareen, Manager for giving latitude to the event.

The Guests bestowed their blessings on the Young Aryans.  Hon’ble Shri J.P. Shoor ji appreciated and congratulated the dedicated Arya team for their efforts and enlightened the students for enthusiastically participating in the enriching activities . He guided the students about real meaning of being humane and to do selfless service. He shared the benefits of Chanting ‘Om’ and gave tips for a successful future.  He also motivated the girls to be strong and to stand against the crimes prevalent in the society.

Dr. S.S. Johl ji stressed that values play an important role in igniting the minds of the students. He encouraged the students to do their own chores themselves. He motivated the Aryas to organize such ‘Shivirs’ to prepare productive citizens, who could shoulder the responsibilities courageously.

The dignitaries released the school newsletter DAV Reflector and Shivir Darpan with their auspicious hands. The recitation of Ved Mantras and Bhajans made the ambience sacred. The mesmerising performance of the students on Classical Dance and Qawali enthralled the audience.  The guest speakers enlightened the students with their precious discourse. Sh. Suresh Sharma Ji threw light on the pivotal role of prominent Arya Samajists in bringing social reformation. He also introduced the crux of Vedas and Vedic principles to the budding Aryas.

The students started their day on a healthy note with a rigorous  Yogic drill. Motivational videos infused new life in the students and channelized the energy of the students into right direction. The students were thoroughly engaged in several thoughtful activities throughout the day. Many skill enhancement activities like fine arts, sacred hymns and bhajan sandhya, G.K. Quiz on Arya Samaj’ Kaun Banega Arya Rattan’ etc. were organized to educate and entertain the students. The students learnt performing many chores like washing their utensils and clothes themselves, thus learning the important lessons of dignity of labour and self dependence.

The day was well spent by the students in their extended family. It was an overwhelming venture for all.

Dr. Satwant Kaur Bhullar

Principal