Second Prize at State Level Kala Utsav-Dance Competition

Students of Delhi Public School, Chandigarh bagged the 2nd Prize in the ‘State Level Kala Utsav‘- Dance competition organised by the MHRD in October 2016. The theme of this event was ‘Living Traditions of Art’. Total 19 teams participated in this event showcasing well-choreographed traditional folk dances from different states. The DPS team presented Santhali’- a very popular folk dance of Jharkhand.

The prize distribution ceremony was held on 21st February 2017 in Tagore Theatre. Sh. Anurag Aggarwal, IAS, Home Secretary, Chandigarh Administration was the Chief Guest. The occasion also marked the presence of Director School Education, District Education Officer, Principals of various Schools and other dignitaries.

The students of DPS-40, presented the vibrant ‘Santhali’ in its true spirit and flavour at the ceremony. School Principal, Ms. Reema Dewan and her team were awarded at the ceremony. Each participant was also awarded a cash prize of Rs. 1200/-.

Principal, Ms. Reema Dewan congratulated the 10 participants and encouraged them to nurture their talent.