
Cultural performances mark Sankranti celebrations at DPS
The Hindu
DPS Ukkunagaram campus celebrates Sankranti with cultural performances, Pongal rituals, and release of annual school magazine.
The Delhi Public School (DPS) orgnaised the Sankranti celebrations on its Ukkunagaram campus of Vishakhapatnam Steel Plant on Thursday.
RINL-VSP Director (Personnel) S.C Pandey inaugurated the celebrations as the chief guest.
The programme revolved around the theme of Pedda Panduga, emphasising the significance of Pongal as a harvest festival. Cultural performances, traditional dances, songs, and rituals associated with Pongal were organised.
Mr. Pandey released the annual school magazine titled ‘Aurora Australis’ which encapsulated creativity, achievements, and spirit of the school.
Principal Samir Kumar Pandey gave an introduction of the magazine, highlighting the creative efforts of students and staff.
Mr. Pandey appreciated the school for upholding the cultural values and tradition by organising such celebrations. Participation of students, their parents and teachers made the event a success.

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