Navratri Celebration
Ya devi sarvo bhuteshu
shakti rupen samsthita
namastasyai namastasyai
namastasyai namo namah
Navratri is considered an important sacred festival in the Hindu religion. Navratri worships Goddess Durga and her various forms which are the epitomes of power and have the ability to bring in anything desired. On October 4, 2022, Navratri festivities got underway at Delhi Public School Vapi with great zeal amongst the children to celebrate the nine-day long festival, to commemorate and invoke the blessings of Goddess Durga in her various forms. A special assembly was presented by the students of Grade II students offered prayers and presented a beautiful melodious recital, facts based on the theme and news updates. The confident orators presented a speech titled ‘The sprinkle of nine powerful sparks’ The troupe presented a skit that highlighted the mythological significance of the festival and the decapitation of the demon Mahisahur by Shakti, symbolizing the dormant or cosmic power within each individual. The students also highlighted the importance of the festival in today’s world, Navratri symbolises the conquest of good over evil. The glamorous and graceful Garba dance performance displayed the flavour and richness of the festival. The colourful costumes and rhythmic beats added to the charisma.
Folk dances are closely attached to the Indian Culture and introducing it to children brings them close to the Indian culture and acquaints them with the festivity and traditions. The students of class Pre-nursery Class I came all decked up in colourful attire for the folk dance workshop- ‘Rang Taali’ held during the regular dance periods. The positivity and energy exuberating out of the colourful costumes combined with the enthusiasm of dancing to the Garba folk songs made the entire event extremely successful and enjoyable.
The assembly presentation and Rand Tali events did extend the spirit of togetherness, joy, fervour and happiness.