Bokaro: Mahadev, Bahubali, Spiderman, Elsa, Harry Potter and Rapunzel — the stage at Sree Ayyappa Public School, Bokaro Steel City, transformed into a colourful world of fantasy, culture and imagination on Saturday as around 150 little performers showcased their talent at a vibrant Fancy Dress Competition.
A Morning Full of Creativity and Confidence
Organised on November 7, the event brought together students from Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Preparatory and Class I, celebrating children’s creativity, confidence and the special bond between parents, teachers and students. The programme opened with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and chanting of sacred shlokas. Children welcomed the gathering with ‘Happy, Happy Welcome to You’, followed by the teachers’ devotional presentation, ‘Deep Jyoti, Divya Jyoti’.
Little Performers, Big Imagination
The tiny tots stole the show with colourful appearances as Mahadev, Bahubali, Little Singham, Doraemon, Spiderman, Elsa and Princess Jasmine. Nursery students entertained the audience through group presentations based on The Thirsty Crow, Harry Potter, Motu Patlu, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen and Rapunzel.
Preparatory students showcased six themes featuring Ram, Lakshman, Sita, Hanuman, Kagbhusundi, Lakshmi Mata, Chhathi Maiya, Chhath Vrati, Surya Dev, Rani Lakshmibai, historical personalities and Jungle Carnival. Class I students delivered meaningful messages through presentations on Save Water, Save Girl Child, Save Earth, Save Trees, Save Electricity, Plastic Monster and Sustainability Squad.
Parents Join the Celebration
An especially heartwarming highlight was the enthusiastic participation of parents in group performances. Principal Mrs P. Shailaja Jayakumar appreciated their involvement, saying, “The programme provided parents with an opportunity to overcome hesitation, demonstrate courage and participate confidently alongside their children. Such experiences strengthen the parent-child bond and build confidence.”
Young Champions Receive Recognition
In Pre-Nursery, Satvik Trivedi (Mahadev) secured first position, while Aariv Shankar (Bahubali) and Hasan Neyyar (Little Singham) shared second positions. Shanvi Bhagat (Princess) and Srinika Gupta (Little Mermaid) secured third positions.
In Nursery, Shagun Singh (Rapunzel) won first position, Rudhvik Singh (Harry Potter) and Darsh Kumar (Crow) secured second positions, Nimit Bajpai (Harry Potter) won third position and Adarsh Kumar Mahatha received the consolation prize.
In Preparatory, Aarvee Priya (Lakshmi Mata) secured first position, Neeraksh Harshiv (Ram) second, and Aarav Prajapati (Ram) and Ambika Dubey (Lakshmi Mata) third positions. In Class I, Swabhiman Panigrahi, Advit Mishra and Ananya Singh secured first, second and third positions respectively.
School Management Applauds Young Talent
Chairman P. Rajagopal appreciated the initiative and emphasised nurturing every child’s unique potential. Director Dr S. S. Mahapatra said, “Co-curricular activities are essential for the holistic development of children. They should be encouraged to explore their imagination, communicate confidently and make the best use of every learning opportunity.”
Vice Chairmen Saseendran Karat and Mohanan R. Nair, General Secretary E. S. Suseelan, Treasurer Balachandran, Board of Directors members Suresh Kumar K. A. and Dr Suresh Babu also appreciated the school’s efforts. Vice Principals Rajalakshmi and Suresh Babu commended the participants and teachers for their teamwork. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks and the National Anthem, leaving behind a trail of smiles, applause and cherished memories.
