NEWS & EVENTS

NSS National Science Seminar—State Level

The NSS National Science Seminar, State Level, took place at the esteemed Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, also known as Vidhan Sabha. A student from BVB Vidyashram Pratap Nagar had the distinct honour of representing the school at this prestigious event, presenting on the topic ‘Artificial Intelligence and Concerns.’
The seminar gathered participants from various schools across the state, engaging in thoughtful discussions on the potentials and challenges of AI in today’s rapidly evolving world. In a highly competitive environment, the student secured an impressive second position, bringing great pride to the school.

District Taekwondo Tournament

The 68th RBSE U-17/19 Boys and Girls District Taekwondo Tournament was held at the prestigious SMS Stadium from September 9-12, 2024. BVB Vidyashram Pratap Nagar proudly sent a contingent of 10 talented students to participate in this highly competitive event.
Among the remarkable achievements, Pulkit Raina of Class 12 showcased his skills and determination, securing a Silver medal. Meanwhile, Sristi Agarwal of Class 11 delivered an outstanding performance, earning a Bronze medal in her category.

Swimming Champions

Dakshina Joshi (Std. 8) and Hriday Bhojwani (Std. 6) made a splash at the 40th Sub Junior and 50th Junior National Swimming Championship held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from August 6 to 11, 2024. Dakshina Joshi, the sole gold medalist from Rajasthan in this prestigious championship, clinched the top spot in the 200m Butterfly event, showcasing her exceptional skill and dedication. Hriday Bhojwani, meanwhile, secured a silver medal in the 4x50m Medley Relay, demonstrating his impressive teamwork and swimming prowess.

Van Mahotsava Celebrations

Bhavan Vidyashram, Jaipur, celebrated the week-long Van Mahotsava from July 1 to July 6, 2024. This year, the School planted more than thousand saplings in the campus and vicinity of the school during Van Mahotsav Drive.
The Closing Ceremony featured esteemed guests Dr. Arijit Benarji, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) and Head of Forest Force, Government of Rajasthan, and Shri Vijay Dhasmana, a renowned rewilder and ecologist.
Through the event, the school showcased its dedication to nurturing responsible citizens who prioritise environmental conservation.

IIT-JEE Achievements

Bhavan Vidyashram takes immense pride in announcing the remarkable success of its students in the highly coveted IIT-JEE examination. Eight meritorious pupils secured admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), a feat that underscores their unwavering dedication, unrelenting perseverance, and exceptional academic prowess.
The following students have distinguished themselves by achieving impressive All India Ranks (AIR) and securing admission to the esteemed IITs:
1. Manit Bansal - AIR 1776, IIT Roorkee
2. Akshita Vinit Dixit—AIR 1938, IIT Kanpur
3. Monisha Bangar—AIR 1483, IIT Delhi
4. Japneet Singh Kohli—AIR 6655, MNIT Jaipur
5. Vidit Agarwal—AIR 3440, IIT Varanasi
6. Shivam Saini—AIR 5825, IIT Bombay
7. Yashneil Rawat—AIR 686, IIT Bombay
8. Shashwat Gogoi—AIR 16634, IIT Kharagpur
9. Laveena Jain—AIR 6650, IIT Hyderabad
Their remarkable achievements serve as a testament to the school’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, rigour and innovation.

The 40th Foundation Day Celebration

B.V.B Vidyashram, Jaipur, celebrated its 40th Foundation Day on July 29, 2024 with great gusto.
Shri V.C. Surana, Chairman of Bhavan’s Jaipur Kendra; Members of the Advisory Committee and other esteemed dignitaries graced the occasion with their benign presence. A special assembly was organised to commemorate the occasion. The school magazine ‘Bhavan Bharati 2024’ (describing a panorama of the activities and achievements of the school) was released. The dignitaries planted saplings in the school premises.

Inter-School Sports Tournament

Bhavan Vidyashram, Jaipur, organised a three-day K. M. Munshi Memorial Inter-School Sports Tournament and celebrated the spirit of sportsmanship among students. The Inauguration Ceremony witnessed enthusiastic participation from around 1,150 students representing 25 schools.
The event, featuring competitions in Swimming, Football, Table Tennis and Lawn Tennis, was inaugurated by Shri R.C. Jain, Director of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Jaipur Kendra, on July 30, 2024, and he formally declared the tournament open, setting the stage for exciting sports.
The tournament concluded with a grand Culmination Ceremony on August 5, 2024. The Chief Guest of the Closing Ceremony was Shri Dilip Shivpuri, President of the Rajasthan Tennis Association and a retired IRS officer. The Overall Championship Trophy was lifted by Bhavan Vidyashram, Jaipur.

TIC-2024 (TechNext Innovation Confluence)

Bhavan Vidyashram, Jaipur, organised TIC-2024 (TechNext Innovation Confluence), a dynamic two-day event celebrating IT and STEAM disciplines. The event garnered enthusiastic participation from over 220 students representing 18 schools, who showcased their prowess across various technical and creative domains.
The confluence featured an array of competitions, including Coding Crafter, Brush Battle, Anime Short Video Creation, Comic Strip, STEAM Project Exhibition, Artefact Creation from E-waste, JAM (Just-a-Minute), The Next Disrupter on social media, Beat Creation, and Robo Race. These events provided a robust platform for students to demonstrate their skills in programming, digital art, animation, public speaking, music and robotics.
Shri Rajendra Bhanawat (Retd. IAS) was the Chief Guest, and along with Sh. R.C. Jain, Hon. Director, he awarded the winners with trophies and certificates. Shri Rajendra Bhanawat delivered an inspiring speech emphasising the pivotal role of innovation and creativity in education.

Budding Author

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) organised the CBSE Budding Authors Programme 2023-24 for Std. V to X. The story ‘Sab Moh Maya Hai’ by Nimisha Chaudhary of Std. IX from Bhavan’s Vidyashram was selected as the winning one.

Honours and Accolades

Smt. Suman Singh (TGT Science) received the Vriksha Mitra Award from Governor Shree Kalraj Mishra. This event was organised by Shree Kalpataru Sansthan on June 16, 2024 at the State Institute of Agriculture Management, Durgapura, Jaipur. She received this award for her sincere efforts in caring for the environment by planting trees and looking after them.
Dr. Alok Sharma, TGT Mathematics, had his papers published in the official journal of The Indian Patent Office, Government of India. The title of the inventions were:
1. Device to Detect Happiness of Teacher Using Learning
2. The Role of Machine Learning in Predicting Positive Emotions at Work: Impact on Teachers’ Job Satisfaction and Well-being

Startup (Kalpurze)

Shaurya Choudhary’s (Std. XI) startup ‘Kalpurze’ has been chosen by Niti Aayog for the SDG Entrepreneurs of India book.

International Yoga Day Celebration

BVB Vidyashram, K. M. Munshi Marg, Jaipur celebrated International Yoga Day on the school grounds with students, parents and staff. The Chief Guest of the event was Shri Shastri Kosalendra Das. In his address, the Chief Guest emphasised the importance of Yoga in our lives and highlighted the significance of Yoga in achieving holistic well-being. Following the address, the programme transitioned into a practical session of Yoga asanas. Parents, students and teachers enthusiastically participated in practising various yoga asanas, under the guidance of the instructor Shri Girish Sharma who simultaneously explained the benefits of each pose.
The session further delved into the practice of Vipassana meditation wherein the participants were guided on the techniques to cultivate mindfulness and inner calm.

District Swimming Championship

The BVB Vidyashram swimming team made a splash at the Sub Junior, Junior, and Senior District Swimming Championship held at SMS Stadium from June 8-10, 2024. The swimmers clinched a stunning 61 gold, 42 silver, and 7 bronze medals, securing the Overall Championship in all categories.
Praniti Choudhary won Best Swimmer Award in the State Junior Swimming Championship. She bagged seven gold and one silver medal.

Table Tennis and Tennis Triumphs

Tushar Ramchandani secured 2nd position in the Youth Boys U-15 event at the Rajasthan State Ranking Table Tennis Championship, held at SAI Centre, Sports Board of University of Rajasthan, Jaipur.
Ashwin Chillar won the U-16 title and was the runner-up in the U-18 category at the AITA Championship Series 7 held in Sonepat.

IIT Advanced 2024

Congratulations to the students for their remarkable success in IIT Advanced 2024.
Yashneil Rawat: AIR 686
Monisha Bangar: AIR 1483
Manit Bansal: AIR 1776
Akshita Vinit Dixit: AIR 1938
Vidit Agarwal: AIR 3440
Shivam Saini: AIR 5825
Laveena Jain: AIR 6650
Japneet Singh Kohli: AIR 6655

IIT Advanced 2024

BVB Vidyashram students excelled in NEET 2024 with outstanding scores
Parve Jhalani: 700/720
Aditya Vardhan Roy: 690/720
Rishiraj Singh Solanki: 654/720
Manasvi Jain: 623/720
Juhi Jain: 600/720

District Level Drawing Competition

Sakina Hasan of Class 8 secured First Position at the district level in the Drawing Competition PANCHTATWA held on World Environment Day on June 5, 2024. The event was organised by Lalit Kala Academy and Orion Greens.

MOU Signing Ceremony

Ms. Preeti Sangwan, Principal, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Vidyashram, K.M. Munshi Marg, Jaipur, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Delphic Council of Rajasthan on May 3, 2024. It is a registered society and functions under the aegis of the International Delphi Council and Indian Delphi Council. Its aim is to promote art and culture among the youth of the state. The event witnessed the participation of prominent figures like Shri Jeetendra Kumar Soni (IAS), along with representatives from Vidyashram School and other notable schools, marking a significant stride in promoting cultural expression among the youth of Rajasthan. Under this initiative, a Delphic Club will be formed in the school to promote six Delphic arts: Classical Music, Indian Film Music, Folk Music, Classical Dance, Folk Dance, Contemporary Dance and Photography.

Literature Festival

Bhavan Vidyashram, K. M. Munshi Marg, Jaipur organised ‘Pustak Se’, the Vidyashram Literature Festival on May 8 and 9, 2024. This two-day long festival focused on enhancing literary skills among students by providing them exposure and opportunities to interact with renowned authors and writers.
In the opening session, writers Era Tak and Tabeenah Anjum discussed the nuances of writing with adolescents. The afternoon session was on the journey of Indian literature with special reference to Shrimad Bhagavad Gita conducted by Shri Manoj Kumar Sharma, noted author and retired IAS. He enlightened students about the teachings of the Gita. On May 9, Dr. Vandana Sharma and Dr. Samridhi Sharma, TGT (Hindi) of the school conducted a session on Nirgun Bhakti in Sant Kabir’s teachings. The speakers brought out the timeless relevance of Kabir’s message, showing how his calls for social reform and spiritual awakening continue to inspire and resonate in contemporary times. Through engaging narratives and thoughtful analyses, the attendees gained a deeper appreciation for Kabir’s enduring legacy in literature, spirituality, and social thought.
The concluding session of the literary fest on May 9, witnessed a mesmerising performance of Kabir Bhajans by Babulal Bhat and party. This soulful event was organised under the Infosys Outreach programme by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Jaipur Kendra.

Orientation Sessions

The school organised orientation sessions for Classes 2–11 on different days, ensuring comfortable transition of students. In all sessions, Ms. Preeti Sangwan, Principal, BVB Vidyashram, apprised parents about school policies, pedagogies, scholastic and co-scholastic activities, career avenues, and new initiatives undertaken by the school for holistic development of children. For the Class 11 orientation session on April 20, two resource persons, Mr. Shariq Khan, Manager IDP Education and Dr. Luvdeep Dogra, Transplant Team Leader, Manipal Hospital, Jaipur were invited. Mr. Khan answered queries related to studying abroad. Dr. Dogra, an alumnus of the 2006 batch, shared his views on choosing an appropriate career and pursuing it. All orientation programmes were appreciated and applauded by the parent community.

Investiture Ceremony

The Investiture Ceremony of the school ceremonials and prefectorial council was organised on April 30, 2024 in Maharana Pratap Auditorium. The Oath of Office was administered to the house prefects of all four houses. The Principal, in a stirring address, called upon the Ceremonial Heads and Council Members to uphold the esteemed principles of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, emphasising the importance of integrity, dedication, and leadership. Head Girl Sanchi Karnawat and Head Boy Vedant Hada expressed their heartfelt gratitude and assured the school community of their commitment to performing their duties with utmost sincerity. The ceremony, marked by a sense of pride and responsibility, concluded with a collective pledge to contribute positively to the school’s legacy.

Earth Day Celebrations

On Earth Day, April 22, 2024, the students of Class 7 moved on a journey towards environmental stewardship at Smriti Van, a local park in Jaipur. This visit was organised by the Nagar Nigam team. The day commenced with an enlightening play, showcasing the importance of environmental conservation and the impact of collective efforts in preserving our planet. The students, filled with enthusiasm and a sense of responsibility, actively participated in the clean-up activities aimed at restoring the beauty of the park’s surroundings. Through their collective efforts, they not only cleaned the area but also fostered a deeper understanding of the significance of maintaining cleanliness and working collaboratively as a community. Arshdeep Brar, the esteemed Deputy Commissioner of the Nagar Nigam, graced the event with her presence. In sync with the earth day celebration, students of Classes 6–8 participated in Maati Utsav organised by Bal Bhawan, Jaipur. Students took part in Pottery Making and Clay Modelling Workshops, exploring creativity and learning new techniques. Maati Utsav emphasised the significance of Earth Day and promoted environmental consciousness among students.

Inter School English Debate

Bhavan Vidyashram organised the Annual Inter School English Debate on May 2, 2024 for the students of Classes 9 to 12 in Maharana Pratap Auditorium in collaboration with The Hindu Ethical Horizons Inter School English Debate. The participants from various schools in Rajasthan debated on topics like: ‘We should be worried about AI-induced job loss’, ‘One nation one election is a catalyst for building an egalitarian society’ and ‘Development and implementation of AI should be strictly regulated’. The Chief Guest was Brigadier Dr. Mukul Pant. The judges of the competition were Dr. Sunita Agarwal, Chairperson, Department of English & Library Science, University of Rajasthan and Mr. Sunny Sebastian, Former Vice-Chancellor of Haridev Joshi University of Journalism and Mass Communication. The debaters presented their ideas eloquently and also handled the rebuttal with confidence exhibiting their critical thinking skills and presence of mind. The winner’s trophy was shared by Delhi Public School, Jodhpur and Jayshree Periwal High School, Jaipur.

Faculty Development Programme

Bhavan Vidyashram organised a Faculty Development Programme from May 14 to May 16, 2024, aiming to acquaint faculty members with latest teaching strategies, methodologies, tools, various skills. Details of the sessions are as follows:-Day - 1 - 14.05.2024
Session -1 was on School Mental Health conducted by well-known psychiatrist, Dr.Shiv Gautam.
Session -2 was on ‘Key Principles of Assessment’ conducted by one of the faculty members, Ms Akshini Bhatnagar, TGT (Mathematics).
Session for Primary teachers was conducted by the Coordinator, Smt. Charu Misra.
Academic Coordinator, Primary Section, Smt. Urvika Shivran
shared a few examples of tasks with clear objectives which involve learning process and give opportunities to students to demonstrate their critical thinking and communication skills.
Day - 2 - 15.05.2024 The workshop for Science and Maths teachers in collaboration with Indian Development Foundation was conducted in the school auditorium. About 150 teachers from various schools participated in the workshop.
Prof. A.P. Jayaraman, Nuclear Scientist conducted the first session on Ignite STEM Passion. Dr Rakesh Sharma discussed the importance of Green Chemistry in second session of the workshop. In the third session, a video message was presented by Prof David Polya and Dr Laura Richard from Manchester University, UK. The fourth session was centred on “A doctor’s prescription for teachers” by Dr Taru Jindal, from Mumbai.
A demonstration of Robotic Training Kit was organised, by Hugh Kim from South Korea and Mr. Roshin John from Ed Tech Evangelist Techno Skool, Bengaluru.
Reading Session on Comprehension & Fluency for English faculty was conducted by a well-known personality, Ms Prabha Kishore in Sr. Computer Lab.
Day - 3 - 16.05.2024
The day began with a session on Positive and Inspirational Behaviour by the Resource Person- Prof. Ramesh K Arora, an eminent educationist and motivational speaker.
Session 2 was on the “Role of Teachers in Personality Development” for the primary school teachers. The Resource person, Dr. Nisha Jain Grover, well-known psychologist took a session to improve teaching skills, build resilience and techniques to upraise professionalism.