Maharshi Karve Stree Shikshan Samstha's
Vision English Medium School,
Wadgaon Sheri, Pune – 14
'Guru Pournima Festival' Celebrated with Great Enthusiasm'
"The Guru gave the legacy of knowledge; we shall carry this heritage forward."
Highlights & Cultural Programs:
- Inauguration & Lamp Lighting: The program began with a warm welcome to the chief guests and dignitaries. The traditional lamp lighting (Deepaprajwalan) and the worship of the portrait of the revered first Guru, Maharshi Vyas, were performed by:
- Mrs. Smitatai Kulkarni (Chairperson of the School Standing Committee)
- Mr. Pradeepji Naik (President, Maharashtra Education Society)
- The School Headmistress
- Felicitation of Guests: The Principal welcomed and felicitated the honored guests with a traditional coconut (Shrifal) and flower bouquets.

- Student & Staff Presentations:
- 9th-grade female students opened the proceedings with a traditional Guru Vandana.
- Students shared speeches expressing their thoughts on the reverence of Guru Purnima.
- The school's music teacher rendered the devotional abhang "Guru Paramatma Pareshu", filling the venue with a spiritual atmosphere.
- Staff Honor & Chief Guest's Address:
- Teaching and non-teaching staff members were felicitated by the chief guests for their dedication.
- In her speech, the chief guest emphasized expressing gratitude and highlighted the power of saying "Thank You." She likened teachers to artisans who shape raw clay into meaningful lives, equipping students to face life's obstacles.
- Special De-Addiction Awareness Workshop & Pledge:
- Collaborative Initiative: Aligning with the State Government's Drug-Free Awareness Campaign, the school hosted a special workshop in partnership with the Chandan Nagar Police Station.
- Guidance: Senior Police Inspector Ashwini Jagtap guided students on the significance of maintaining a healthy, substance-free lifestyle.
- Solemn Oath: The Principal, teaching staff, students, and police personnel together took a pledge to build a "Drug-Free India and Addiction-Free Society."
The memorable occasion concluded in a serene, auspicious, and inspiring atmosphere.