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Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya, Balijan celebrated the Dree Festival, the premier agrarian and cultural festival of the Apatani community, with immense joy, vibrant colours, and traditional fervour on 5th July 2026. The primary objective of the celebration was to familiarize students with the rich indigenous heritage of Arunachal Pradesh and to foster a deep respect for agricultural traditions and harmony with nature.

The celebration was led by the students of VKV Balijan. A brief speech highlighting the significance of the festival was delivered by Km. Hane Chochang, a student of Class XI. In her address, she emphasized the sacredness of agriculture and vegetables in Apatani culture and explained that the festival is celebrated with prayers and hope for a bountiful harvest and prosperity.

A mesmerizing cultural programme showcased the remarkable artistic talents of the students, who were beautifully dressed in traditional Apatani attire adorned with authentic ornaments. Students from different mandals presented vibrant cultural dances reflecting the rich traditions of the Apatani community. Both primary and senior students enthusiastically participated in the performances, and their presentations were judged separately according to their respective categories, adding a spirit of healthy competition to the celebration.

The celebration concluded on a joyful note, leaving students with a deeper appreciation of the cultural richness of Arunachal Pradesh and the importance of preserving its indigenous traditions.

Prerana Shibir 2026–27 for the students of **Class VII** was conducted on **27 and 28 June 2026** under the coordination of **Smt. Nirmala Tamang** and **Smt. Anjani Rai**. The camp aimed to promote the holistic development of students by nurturing their intellectual, physical, emotional, spiritual, and cultural values.

A total of **52 participants**, including **38 students** and **14 resource persons**, attended the camp. Registration was managed by **Su. Sneha Gogoi**, followed by **Gan Vibhajan**, where students were divided into five Ganas—**Arun, Kiran, Kamchi, Donyi-Polo,** and **Turung**—with group leaders and assistant leaders appointed to encourage leadership and teamwork.

The programme was inaugurated by **Shri Kesaw Gogoi**, Principal of Green Meadows Residential School, by lighting the ceremonial lamp. **Smt. Anjali Das**, Principal I/C, VKV Balijan, welcomed the gathering and felicitated the Chief Guest.

### Day 1 Highlights (27 June 2026)

The inaugural session included the teaching of the **Shibir Geet** by **Su. Sneha Gogoi**. The day featured a series of value-based sessions on the **importance of Shibir**, **self-confidence**, **concentration through the life of Swami Vivekananda**, **life lessons from the Bhagavad Gita**, and **the festivals and culture of Arunachal Pradesh**. Students also participated in **Geet Abhyas**, games and physical activities, an inspiring documentary on **Eknathji**, interactive group discussions, and fun-filled team-building activities. The day concluded with **Avalokan** and the **Shanti Mantra**.

### Day 2 Highlights (28 June 2026)

The second day began with **Morning Prayer**, **Gita Chanting**, **Yoga**, **Pranayama**, and **Shramdan**. The academic sessions covered **safe and responsible internet usage**, **Indian culture through group activities**, **personal health and hygiene**, **India's achievements in space science**, and **career guidance**. Each session was interactive and encouraged active participation and value-based learning.

### Valedictory Function

The valedictory programme began with **Manglacharan**. The Chief Guest, **Shri Ramprakash Yadav Ji**, Retired Principal of Mahatma Gandhi Rashtrabhasha School, Dufflaghar, inspired the students with his address on nature and Indian culture. The Ganas presented patriotic songs, and the camp report was presented by **Smt. Anjani Rai**. The programme concluded with **Aahuti Satra**, **Shanti Mantra**, and **Kendra Prarthana** at **4:30 p.m.**

### Conclusion

The two-day **Prerana Shibir 2026–27** concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation from students, resource persons, guest speakers, and organisers. Through educational sessions, cultural programmes, spiritual practices, and physical activities, the camp achieved its objective of fostering discipline, confidence, teamwork, patriotism, and holistic development among the students.

The much-awaited inauguration of the newly constructed school building of Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Balijan was held on 17 June 2026 with great enthusiasm and active community participation. The project was undertaken under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of [NTPC Limited](https://www.ntpc.co.in?utm_source=chatgpt.com), Bongaigaon, reflecting the organization's commitment to strengthening educational infrastructure in remote regions.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by Shri Nabam Vivek, Hon'ble MLA of 14-Doimukh Constituency, as the Chief Guest, and Shri Takar Rava, ADC Balijan, as the Guest of Honour. Representing NTPC Bongaigaon were Smt Debaleena Das, DGM-HR, and Shri Rounak Kundu, Senior Assistant Engineer, CCD.

The programme was attended by Aa. Sujatha Nayak, Secretary, VKVAPT, and Aa. Rupesh Mathur, Prant Sangathak and Joint Secretary, VKVAPT. Also present were the building contractor Sri Nikam Beyang, Chief Engineer Sri Rajkumar Roy, local dignitaries, SSG members, Sankul Pramukhs, teachers, students, and parents.

The inaugural ceremony commenced with a traditional local puja conducted by the Nyader Namlo team, followed by a Vedic puja performed by Panditji, invoking divine blessings for the new beginning. The Principal of VKV Balijan delivered the welcome address, followed by words of blessing from Aa. Rupesh Mathur Ji.

On behalf of NTPC, Smt Debaleena Das shared her thoughts on the importance of educational development and community partnership. Aa. Sujatha Nayak Didi, in her address, highlighted how a long-cherished dream had finally taken shape and become a reality through collective efforts and support.

The occasion was further enlivened by a series of cultural performances presented by the students of VKV Balijan. The programme featured a mesmerizing traditional dance, a patriotic song, and a classical dance performance, which were warmly appreciated by the audience.

In his address, the Chief Guest emphasized that education is the cornerstone of social transformation and stated that the upgraded facilities would provide a better learning environment for the children of Balijan and the surrounding areas. The new building, equipped with spacious classrooms, a library, and science laboratories, is expected to significantly enhance the quality of education and student engagement.

The management of VKV Balijan expressed heartfelt gratitude to NTPC for its generous support and reaffirmed its commitment to providing value-based education inspired by the ideals of Swami Vivekananda. The event concluded with a vote of thanks, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the growth and development of the institution.

The upgraded infrastructure is expected to benefit hundreds of students annually, fostering academic excellence, holistic development, and stronger bonds between the school and the local community.

The VKV Balijan Band Team won first prize in the State-Level Brass Band Competition, organized under the theme ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ by Samagra Shiksha, Arunachal Pradesh, on 5th December 2025.

Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Balijan successfully hosted its school-level science exhibition, a much-anticipated event, on 27-10-25 in the school campus. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Smt. Techi Sita, PGT Hindi, Balijan Govt. Higher Secondary School and our responsible Sankul Pramukh, Lenka, commenced at 11:00 AM and was open to students, parents, and faculty. The primary objective was to provide students with a platform to showcase their understanding of scientific principles through innovative, working models and projects, thereby encouraging scientific temperament and creativity. 
 Students make models, show chemical reactions, explain the diversity of India, etc, as the exhibition was not only for science subjects but for Social science, mathematics. A no of chemical reactions, which show change in colour, change in smell, size expansion, like theoretical aspects, were explained. 
A total of 50 models were made out of which mathematics models were 13, science models were 28, and social science models were 9. Students from classes VI to XII participated in the exhibition. Other students were the audience. Each group had 2-3 students were there. 
After the Chief Guests observed all the models and experiments, judges came, observed, questioned them, and marks were awarded in the judgment sheet. A total of 6 judges were there, who are actually teachers of the institution. They judge as per the classes given and their subject. 
After the exhibition was over, an exciting quiz season was conducted on science. All students from classes VI to XII, participated mandal-wise in the quiz competition. We have four mandals, and each mandal has 48 students. All the students participated positively and energetically. Finally, Eknathji Mandal secured first position. 

School Level Gita Chanting Competition has been organised on 24th October 2025 (Friday) to glorify and promote the message of the holy book Bhagwat Gita among the students and the society. The programme was inaugurated with an invocation and a small speech about the importance of the Bhagwat Gita by Smt Nirmala Tamang. She emphasised that the Chanting of the Bhagavad Gita can improve our concentration, memory power, and phonetics. Chanting of the Bhagavad Gita can help us to establish peace within ourselves and the purity of thoughts and desires. 
The programme was conducted during the 5th to 6th period for primary and 7 7th and 8th period for secondary. The judges of the programme are Smt. Nirmala Tamang (Hindi Teacher), Su. Saloni Tiwari (Sanskrit teacher) and Su. Sneha Gogoi (Librarian). There were 4 Categories: group A, B, C and group D. In group A - 20 students, B- 36 students, C -12 students and group D – 8 students. A total of 76 students participated.