‘Nabapallab’ Welcomes New Students with Warmth and Festive Spirit at Lakhiram Agrawal Higher Secondary School

Kalahandi, Kokasara, August 31: A warm and vibrant welcome ceremony titled ‘Nabapallab’ was organised at Lakhiram Agrawal Higher Secondary School at Behera in Kalahandi district to welcome the newly admitted first-year students. The programme reflected the spirit of friendship, affection and togetherness as second-year students welcomed their juniors by offering flowers and sandalwood paste and extending their heartfelt greetings and best wishes for a successful academic journey. The event was presided over by Principal Nirmal Chandra Nayak. Former students of the institution, including Madhusudan Nag, English Lecturer at Panchayat Samiti Higher Secondary School, Premlal Kanda, Assistant Teacher at Danteswari High School, and Tanuja Sahu, Guest Lecturer in the English Department at Negiguda Higher Secondary School, attended the programme as distinguished guests. Lecturers Ranjan Kumar Panda, Nikunja Sahu, Akshaya Pattnaik and Mohan Charan Bisi, along with Library Assistant Fakir Chandi and Physical Education Teacher Surendra Sahu, were also present. The guests and faculty members advised the students to remain focused on their studies, develop discipline and work with dedication to build a bright and successful future. The ceremony began with a welcome song presented by second-year students Ambika Sahu, Lovely Durga, Mamata Chhatriya, Babita Nial, Shivani Bag and Rashmita Tandi, creating a pleasant and memorable atmosphere. Second-year students Renuka Naik, Khiramati Jued, Jharana Patel, Meghalaya Bhoi and Manisha Meher shared their experiences and memories of campus life, offering valuable insights and encouragement to the newly admitted students. The programme was coordinated by Bikash Raut and Dropadi Gopal, while Duhita Gopal delivered the welcome address and proposed the vote of thanks. The second-year students later presented a series of cultural performances, adding colour and enthusiasm to the occasion. A special felicitation ceremony was also organised to honour students who secured First Division in the Annual Examination–2026. The achievers were felicitated in recognition of their academic performance and dedication, inspiring other students to strive for excellence. Sanurjya Gopal and the second-year students extended their cooperation in the smooth management of the programme. The ‘Nabapallab’ celebration concluded on a positive note, leaving the new students encouraged and motivated as they embarked on a new chapter of their educational journey.