St. Lawrence International School, located on Pabni Road in Jagadhri, celebrated the annual festival of its Maa Saraswati Temple with devotion, spiritual enthusiasm and a series of religious observances. The programme included traditional worship, Vedic chanting, lamp lighting, aarti, bhajans and kirtan, as members of the school community gathered to seek blessings for knowledge, peace and prosperity.
The celebrations began with the worship of Maa Saraswati by Dr. M. K. Sehgal, Dr. Rajni Sehgal and Pooja Batra. The ceremony featured the chanting of Vedic mantras, the lighting of a ceremonial lamp and the offering of flowers. Students and teachers subsequently performed aarti before the deity. The devotional atmosphere was further enriched by bhajans and kirtan, which brought participants together in prayer and reflection.
Education Must Nurture Knowledge and Values
Addressing the gathering, Dr. M. K. Sehgal, chairman of the school and a noted educationist, said that the true purpose of education was not limited to academic learning. It must also develop moral values, discipline and a sense of social responsibility among students.
He described Maa Saraswati as a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, art and creativity. The temple on the school campus, he said, helps students remain connected with Indian culture and spiritual traditions while encouraging them to value good conduct, humility and service.
Dr. Sehgal expressed the hope that Maa Saraswati’s blessings would continue to guide all students and that the temple would remain a centre of learning, values and inspiration for the school community.
Cultural Traditions Encourage Positive Thinking
Dr. Rajni Sehgal, chairperson of the school and an educationist, said that worshipping Maa Saraswati inspires people to pursue knowledge, wisdom and positive thinking.
She explained that religious and cultural programmes at the school are intended to promote respect for Indian traditions, gratitude and human sensitivity among students. Education, she noted, should go beyond academic achievement and help young people become responsible, courteous and value-driven citizens.
Dr. Rajni Sehgal also prayed for Maa Saraswati’s continued blessings and the guidance of teachers for everyone associated with the St. Lawrence family.
Bhandara Promotes Service and Social Harmony
A community bhandara was organised by the school management committee as part of the annual celebration. Students, teachers and staff members received prasad and participated in the gathering in a spirit of devotion and togetherness.
The bhandara also conveyed a message of mutual goodwill, equality and social unity. The shared observance provided an opportunity for members of the school community to come together beyond their daily academic responsibilities.
The programme concluded with prayers to Maa Saraswati for knowledge, peace and prosperity. Those present included Dr. M. K. Sehgal, Dr. Rajni Sehgal, Pooja Batra, Vikrant Gulati, Dr. G. B. Gupta, Gagan Bajaj, students, teachers and other members of the school’s teaching and non-teaching staff.
The annual festival reaffirmed the school’s emphasis on combining education with cultural awareness, moral development and a spirit of service.
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