In order to celebrate the 72^nd Independence Day of nation, a grand function was organized at DAV International School Amritsar on 14^th August, 2018. Mr. Suman Mahajan, Chairman, Bharat Vikas Parishad was the Chief Guest of the day. Mr. Arun, Secretary, Bharat Vikas Parishad also presided over the occasion. The dignitaries were given a floral welcome followed by the flag hoisting and the tree plantation ceremony.

The function commenced with the lighting of ceremonial lamp. While addressing the gathering, Principal Anjana Gupta threw light on the historical significance of national symbols and their important features. Remembering the mighty dead who gave up their lives for the nation, she said that we need to realize the worth of freedom. She paid her heartfelt tribute to the soldiers who lay down their lives to maintain the grandeur of the tricolor. She said that Independence Day is the right day to pay homage to the freedom fighters who gave up their lives for our freedom. She urged everybody to turn the vision of prosperous and developed India into a reality.

The young students presented theme based cultural programme decked up with patriotic songs, short plays and dances.

The Chief Guest, in his speech, thanked the Principal for the invitation. He extended Independence Day wishes to all present there and praised the efforts of the students. Talking about Bharat Vikas Parishad, he said that it is a social organization based on service, cooperation, connection and dedication. It is always available to serve the humanity. The Principal honoured the Chief Guest with a memento.

On this occasion, Mrs. Sneh Mahajan, Mr. J S Nagpal, Mr. D K Gupta, Mr. Dev Raj Gupta, Mr. A N Chabba, Mr. Rajinder Mahajan,
Mr. Tushar Mahajan, Mrs. Palak Mahajan and Mr. Tarsem Mahajan were also present.

The day concluded with the national anthem.