Investiture Ceremony sparks leadership spirit at Apeejay School, Kharghar

Apeejay School, Kharghar, recently hosted its prestigious Investiture Ceremony for the academic session 2025–26, marking a proud moment in the school’s calendar. With students and staff gathered in attendance, the event was a vibrant celebration of student leadership, democratic values, and a commitment to excellence.

The ceremony signified the formal induction of the newly elected Student Council – a body of promising young leaders entrusted with responsibilities to represent their peers, maintain discipline, and drive student initiatives throughout the academic year.

The event was graced by Shri Bhanudas Khatavkar, Assistant Police Commissioner, Greater Mumbai, whose inspiring career has earned him more than 130 commendation certificates, the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service (awarded on 15 August 2022), and a commendation badge from the Director General of Police, Maharashtra.

A Moment of Pride and Promise

The ceremonial highlight was the oath-taking and badging ceremony, where the newly elected council pledged to perform their duties with sincerity and uphold the school’s legacy. These roles were not just titles, but commitments to lead by example.

With pride shining in their eyes and determination in their hearts, the student leaders dedicated their positions to the visionary ideals of Founder Chairman Shri Stya Paul Ji. They affirmed their dedication to the school motto, “Soaring High is My Nature”, a guiding principle encouraging each student to aim high and achieve greatness with humility.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Principal Dr. Sonali V. Balwatkar addressed the gathering with warmth and encouragement. She emphasised that true leadership is about listening, showing empathy, being fair, and making decisions that benefit everyone. Dr. Balwatkar urged students to be role models for their peers and ambassadors of the school’s ethos.

More than just a ceremonial occasion, the Investiture Ceremony reflected Apeejay School, Kharghar’s commitment to shaping responsible, ethical, and confident individuals. It reinforced the importance of student voice, accountability, and collaborative decision-making in school life. The event also highlighted the role of education in empowering students to be change-makers of tomorrow.

As the curtains fell on the ceremony, the atmosphere was filled with a renewed sense of duty and belonging. The Investiture Ceremony 2025–26 not only celebrated achievement, it sparked the journey of responsible leadership among the school’s brightest young minds.