MATRU PUJA’ was conducted at VKV Vivek Vihar on  28th January 2016 at  3.00 pm for the mothers of the students of Class-X.

At the outset, the respective wards washed the feet of their mothers in a ceremonial and holistic way at the threshold of the Prayer Hall. The auspicious occasion was graced by Sri S.C. Dixit, Principal, VKV Itanagar (Chimpu) & Sri R. Krishna Kumar, Member, VKV APT. The Principal of the host school, Sri Y. Pradep Sir extended a hearty welcome to 100 Parents of Class-X students (both mother & father) and Well-wishers. He added, “Your moral support is our greatest strength as well as a great  motivating factor.”

Sri S.C. Dixit. Principal of VKV Itanagar highlighted the importance of MATRI PUJA, emphasizing on the true meaning of DHARMA as one’s duty or responsibility. He advised the assembly of the mothers to realize their power and requested them to inculcate good habits among their children.

Thereafter Matri Puja was performed religiously by Sri R. Krishna Kumar sir.In the feedback session a parent, (a father) mentioned that he was highly touched by the way the Matri Puja was performed with true rituals and in a ceremonial way. He highlighted that the students of Class-X should feel themselves lucky enough that they got this sacred opportunity to touch their mother’s feet which he was deprived of. He also stressed that these students are indeed lucky to read in such highly reputed institutions as VKVs, where they are given all round education and taught values of life, good culture (Sanskar),  Simplicity, discipline etc.