Republic Day celebrations found new level of fervour and enthusiasm at St Joseph’s Sr Sec School, Sector44 D Chandigarh. The students took pride in glorifying and celebrating the spirit of unity.The school echoed with patriotic fervour as the school premises was adorned in the hues of the tri-colour with buntings of kites and lamps. To mark the importance of the day, a grand show was held in the school  .The Principal of the school Ms Monica Chawla unfurled the National Tri-colour and greeted the students.In her address she motivated  them  to emulate the spirit of our constitution and be the harbingers of  a social change to build a new,better and strong India. The students brought the stage alive with their passion and love for the motherland.

Besides songs and dances ,specially choreographed for the occasion, a special tribute was paid to the soldiers through ‘Ae Mere Vatan  ke Logo ,the patriotic song that completes its 50 years. Staff members came out to sing patriotic songs with great zeal of patriotic fervor. Solo and Group songs by teachers were enjoyed by all. Celebration came to a close with the singing of the National Anthem.

Plethora of activities were also conducted in the school premises for students.. to draw out their Patriotic spirit. A Hindi Calligaphy Competition was organised for classes 6 to 10 with lines pertaining to hail the nation. Message and Slogan Writing Competitions were also conducted on the topic ‘Patriotic Sentiments’ wherein students came up with heart warming and poignant messages to their compatriots on the significance of being an Indian. A special opportunity came their way when the Josephians were asked to prepare a Presentation on Republic Day. Students of Primary-2 Wing of School exhibited their skill in Badge and Bookmark Making,Slogan Writing and Hindi patriotic Recitation.

On this special day, all the Josephian’s pledged that they will do everything to enrich and preserve our rich heritage and take India to the road of progress.