The Republic Day celebrations commenced with a prayer song. The privilege of unfurling the national flag was given to Pranav R of Grade 9 in honour of his exemplary performance at AITA National level Tennis Tournament. This was followed by the National Anthem and a medley of multilingual patriotic songs by the school choir. Students delivered speeches in various regional languages that echoed the country’s pride and upheld the values of our great nation. They presented the Preamble, which reflects the philosophy on which the entire constitution has been built. A vibrant dance celebrating national unity was performed by students of Grade 9. Prizes for the ‘Food Mela’ competition which showcased the traditional dishes from various Indian states were distributed on this day. The program concluded by observing a minute of silence to honour the brave souls of the country who sacrificed their lives for its independence and democracy.