Interviews
The Art of Man-making: This Apeejay student on winning the Dr Stya Paul award
Paridhi Bansal from Apeejay School, Tanda Road student shares her passion for poetry, art, and the values that guide her life.
Paridhi Bansal is a poet sensation at Apeejay School, Tanda Road, Jalandhar. One is stunned not just by her poetic outpour, but also by its sheer quality and intensity. However, it’s not just poetry or art that defines her—values come first. Recently awarded the Dr. Stya Paul Award for Human Values, Paridhi shares her thoughts in her first interview after winning this prestigious recognition. Read edited excerpts:
Paridhi, tell us about your experience of winning the Dr. Stya Paul Award?
I am delighted to win the Dr. Stya Paul Award for the human values I hold dear. My teachers have constantly inspired me to follow the path of truth and greatness, which helped me embody these values in my everyday life.
What human values did you exhibit through your actions and behaviour?
The human values I try to live by are patience, honesty, integrity, kindness, and punctuality. I take my responsibilities seriously and make sure to help others whenever I can.
We know you are very talented in poetry and art. Can you tell us about your recent poems?
Yes, I am very passionate about both art and poetry. I may not draw every day, but whenever I do, I put my heart into it. My poems are often based on my thoughts and experiences, which I use as a way to express myself creatively.
Do you have any other talents besides poetry and art?
Yes, apart from poetry and art, I also enjoy academics and have a strong interest in chess and badminton. I love writing articles, composing poems, and exploring different art forms like crafting, drawing, and painting.
Tell us about your academic journey at present.
I’m currently in Class 8, and I have a deep interest in all my subjects. I always aim to go the extra mile and am striving to achieve the first position in my studies this year.
How is your school shaping you to become a good citizen of the nation?
My school plays a big role in instilling values in me. We have weekly value education lectures where we are shown live examples, and our teachers guide us to be kind, honest, and thoughtful in all our actions. This helps me stay grounded and grow as a person.
