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Devotion, dance and values mark the Janmashtami celebration
The assembly at Apeejay Svran Global School, Faridabad, brought Krishna’s teachings to life
The assembly at Apeejay Svran Global School, Faridabad, brought Krishna’s teachings to life
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Recently, Apeejay Svran Global School, Faridabad, Sector 21 D, celebrated Janmashtami with devotion, joy and active participation from its young learners. The event commemorated the birth of Lord Krishna while helping students understand his timeless message of love, compassion and righteousness.
The celebration brought together prayer, music, dance and enactment. Each presentation introduced the children to an important aspect of the festival in a form they could understand and appreciate. It also gave them an opportunity to connect with Indian culture and values through meaningful participation.
A thoughtful beginning
The assembly commenced with a prayer and pledge, creating a calm and respectful atmosphere. Pre-primary students then presented soulful shlokas, adding a devotional note to the occasion.
A thoughtful speech on the relevance of Janmashtami followed. It explained the significance of the festival and drew attention to the valuable teachings of Lord Krishna. The presentation helped place the celebration in context, showing that Janmashtami is not only about remembering his birth but also about understanding the principles associated with his life.

Stories expressed through performance
The young learners charmed everyone with an enactment depicting the divine birth of Lord Krishna. Through the presentation, they brought a familiar story to life with simplicity and enthusiasm.
A soulful bhajan continued the devotional mood of the assembly. This was followed by a vibrant Krishna-themed dance medley that added colour, movement and energy to the programme. Together, the performances allowed the children to express their creativity while engaging with the cultural meaning of the festival.

Learning through celebration
The Janmashtami programme blended devotion, culture, creativity and values. It offered the students a joyful way to learn about compassion, righteousness and love.
The celebration concluded with a sense of happiness and devotion. More importantly, it showed how school events can make cultural traditions meaningful for young learners through stories, music and shared participation.
Shalini is an Executive Editor with Apeejay Newsroom. With a PG Diploma in Business Management and Industrial Administration and an MA in Mass Communication, she was a former Associate Editor with News9live. She has worked on varied topics - from news-based to feature articles.