Motilal Nehru Public School ( MNPS) celebrated Tulsi Jayanti to mark the birth anniversary of the great Saint and poet , Goswami Tulsidas. He is believed to be the incarnation of Maharishi Valmiki, who wrote the original version of Ramayana in the Sanskrit language.
On the occasion of Tulsi Jayanti several competitions like fancy dress,painting, collage making, puppet making, chopai, role play, essay competition , speech competition and Hanuman Chalisa had been organised by the Hindi Department. These competitions were open for all students of Motilal Nehru Public School, around 70 students won prizes for different competitions.
The programme started with the lighting of the lamp,Ganesh Vandana, bhajans followed by dance drama and prize distribution.
The event was overseen by the school principal, the chief guest Dr Padma Mishra, members of UP Sangh , co-ordinators, faculty members, parents and students. The chief guest on the occasion encouraged and praised the students for participating in the competition.
On this event school principal Ashu Tiwary said that Tulsi Jayanti's significance lies in the fact that this day creates awareness among the students about the works of Goswami Tulsidas. This day highlights the moral values of Ramayana like sacrifice, patience, tolerance among the young minds. The principal appreciated the efforts of the Hindi Department for their team spirit and excellent show.