Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg, Jalandhar celebrates 107th birth anniversary of late Founder Chairman

Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg, Jalandhar, observed the 107th birth anniversary of its late Founder Chairman, Dr. Stya Paul. The occasion marked as a solemn tribute dedicated to the values and vision the late leader stood for throughout his life.

The celebration featured a cultural programme designed to reflect Dr. Stya Paul’s ideals, with students presenting soulful bhajan recitations, graceful semi-classical dance performances. Young learners also presented poems and speeches that captured the spirit of his teachings and legacy. The performances offered students an opportunity to connect with the founder’s vision through art and expression, reinforcing the values he championed during his lifetime.

A key highlight of the day was the conferment of the prestigious Dr. Stya Paul Award for Human Values, presented to six students across different grade categories in recognition of their exemplary conduct and adherence to core human values. From the Middles category, Aanya Mahajan and Sanvi Aggarwal of Class 8 were honoured for their achievement. In the Secondary category, the award was presented to Avni Aggarwal and Ridhi Khanna of Class 10, while in the Senior Secondary category, Dhairya Aggarwal and Rachit Goyal, both of Class 12, were felicitated for their accomplishments.

As part of the proceedings, the Principal read out an inspiring message sent by Mrs Sushma Paul Berlia, Chairman, Apeejay Stya & Svran Group, Chancellor Apeejay Stya University, and Chairman, Apeejay Education, Chairperson of Apeejay Education, reaffirming the institution’s continued commitment to the founder’s vision of value-based education. In his address, the Principal congratulated the award winners and emphasised the importance of inculcating such values among students, noting that academic excellence must go hand in hand with strong moral character and human values.

The occasion was further graced by the presence of the proud parents of the awardees, who witnessed their children being recognised for upholding the ideals that Dr. Stya Paul envisioned for generations of Apeejayites. Their presence added a personal and emotional dimension to the celebration, underscoring the collective pride felt by the school community.

The event concluded on a patriotic note with the singing of the National Anthem, followed by the distribution of sweets among those present, bringing the celebrations to a joyous and fitting close.

Through this meaningful tribute, Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg, Jalandhar, reaffirmed its enduring commitment to honouring the legacy of its founder, ensuring that the values of integrity, compassion, and human excellence he championed continue to guide and inspire generations of students at the institution.