Grand Janmashtami Celebration at Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir, Sinapali: Children dressed as Lord Krishna, Radha and other mythological characters; devotional procession held across the town

Sinapali, Sept. 4: Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir, Sinapali, celebrated Sri Krishna Janmashtami with great enthusiasm and religious fervour on Friday, upholding the rich traditions and cultural values of Hinduism. A special programme was organised on the school premises to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. Well-known personality of Sinapali, Ishwar Meher, attended the programme as the chief guest. School president Narahari Meher, secretary Girish Chandra Naik and headmaster Charan Netam were present on the occasion. The programme was conducted by teacher Swopneswar Kand, while teacher Manmohan Panda proposed the vote of thanks. Adding colour and devotion to the celebration, students of the school appeared in attractive traditional and mythological costumes, portraying Lord Krishna, Radha, Vasudeva, Sudama and other characters associated with the life and teachings of Lord Krishna. Their colourful appearance created a spiritually charged and joyful atmosphere on the school campus. Later, a devotional procession featuring the traditionally dressed students was taken out through different parts of Sinapali town, accompanied by the school’s bell group. The procession attracted the attention of local residents and created a festive atmosphere across the town. At various locations, local people warmly welcomed the procession and offered prayers to Lord Krishna seated on the chariot. The participation of children, parents and residents added to the grandeur of the Janmashtami celebrations. The successful organisation of the programme was made possible through the active cooperation of the members of the school management committee, parents, teachers, staff, volunteers and other well-wishers.