Dr Jaimini Bhagwati, the former Indian High Commissioner to the UK, presided over the 17th Founder’s Day celebrations of The Sagar School held recently in the Capital. Giving away trophies and certificates to the meritorious students, Bhagwati, who was accompanied by his wife, Rita Bhagwati, urged the children to read the biographies of our great leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Sadar Patel and Ambedkar and draw inspiration from their lives and experiences.
Chairperson Rosemary Sagar announced the promotion of the officiating principal Dr Deepak Bisht to the position of principal. She praised his contribution since his joining the school two and a half years ago. She appreciated the campus culture of encouraging students to develop a questioning and inquisitive mind.
Director Sharmistha Julka spoke upon the importance of value education being imparted at The Sagar School including lessons in embracing adversity, non-discrimination and respect, social etiquettes, respecting and protecting the environment.
Dr Bisht presented the annual report and appreciated the contribution of his colleagues to educate, empower and establish a second home for all the students. The cultural programme Kala Manthan was also organised which included medley of songs and dances, plays and a cultural couture show wherein the school’s students, coming from 22 States and seven countries, walked the ramp in their traditional costumes.