Vijaya School Observes Gandhi, Shastri Birth Anniversaries

Raikia, Odisha, October 5, 2026: Vijaya Higher Secondary School in Raikia, Kandhamal district, observed the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on October 2, with students urged to embrace truth, nonviolence, discipline and service.

The programme began with floral tributes to the two leaders and featured reflections, music and patriotic cultural performances.

Principal Purushottam Nayak said Gandhi’s commitment to truth, nonviolence and simplicity, and Shastri’s values of honesty, humility and selfless service, remained relevant to younger generations. He urged students to put these ideals into practice through their daily actions.

School secretary and chief guest Pradosh Chandra Nayak called on students to become responsible citizens and compassionate human beings, saying, “Let us not wait for change — let us become the change we wish to see.”

Students also paid tribute through a rendition of Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram and patriotic dances. The observance reinforced the school’s emphasis on character, leadership, discipline and service.

By Catholic Connect Reporter