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From July 30–August 1, 2026, students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir participated in Confluence 2026, the inter-school fest organised by Calcutta International School, and delivered an exceptional performance across a diverse range of academic, cultural, and technical events.
Competing with students from several reputed schools, the BGKV contingent displayed remarkable talent, creativity, teamwork, and competitive spirit. The school secured First Position in Debate and Quiz; Second Position in Improv Drama, Humanities Meet, Minecraft, Launchpad, and the REP Event; and Third Position in Football Auction, Valorant, and Band.
Tanjam 2026
From July 30–August 1, 2026, students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir participated in Tanjam 2026, the inter-school fest organised by Gokhale Memorial Girls’ School, and delivered an outstanding performance across a variety of competitive events.
Competing against participants from several reputed schools, the BGKV team showcased exceptional talent, creativity, and teamwork. The students secured First Position in Senior Art and Senior Non-Fire Cooking, while earning Second Position in Photography, Debate, and One-Act Play.
Table Tennis Championship
Aarushi Nandi (Under-19 Girls) and Abir Ghosh (Under-14 Boys) of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir secured Bronze Medals at the CBSE Cluster-II Table Tennis Championship 2026, bringing laurels to the school.
Competing against talented players from CBSE schools across the region, both students displayed remarkable skill, determination, and sportsmanship.
Draupadi Devi Memorial Debate
Students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir brought laurels to the school at the Draupadi Devi Memorial Debate, held at BDM International School on August 8, 2026. The school was honoured with the Winner’s Trophy. In addition, Adritree Ray (Class 12-S2) was awarded Best Speaker, while Pathikrit Maitra (Class 12-S2) received the Best Speaker Against award.
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Rajdeep Debnath and Barnak Samaddar of Class 11 brought laurels to BGKV by winning the Best Team Award in a debate competition held at Salt Lake CA School. Their outstanding performance, confident presentation, and strong arguments earned them the prize. They were awarded a trophy, medals, and certificates for their achievement.
SOF-NSO Olympiad & International Book of Records
Ishaan Chowdhury of Class 8 achieved outstanding success in the recently concluded SOF–NSO Olympiad. He secured International Rank 119 and Zonal Rank 9, bringing pride to BGKV through his excellent performance.
Ishaan Chowdhury also scored an entry in the International Book of Records (IBR). He successfully recited the names of all 88 constellations while simultaneously solving the maximum number of Rubik’s Cubes (4) in an impressive time of
57 seconds and 16 centiseconds.
2nd Grandmaster Karate Tournament
Payaswini Senapati of Class 8 participated in the 2nd Grandmaster Karate Tournament, organised by the Wado Kai Karate Do Association of West Bengal, held on July 19, 2026 at Halisahar, near Kalyani, West Bengal. A Brown Second Belt in Karate, Payaswini delivered an impressive performance by securing 2nd place in Kata and 3rd place in Kumite (Fighting). She was awarded trophies for both events.
Nirmaan 2026
Heartiest congratulations to BGKV students who participated in Nirmaan 2026, the Commerce Fest organised by Mahadevi Birla World Academy. Competing in all three events, the students showcased their creativity, knowledge, and teamwork, securing remarkable results.
Their achievements include:
* Bizz Tech – 1st Position
* Bizz Role – 2nd Runners-up
* Bizz PL – 2nd Runners-up
Technovation 2026
Students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir delivered an exceptional performance at TECHNOVATION 2026, the annual fest organised by M.P. Birla. The school secured top honours across multiple events, reflecting the students’ innovation, technical expertise, and teamwork.The achievements include:
- End to End—1st Prize
- Robology—1st Prize
- Blockade—2nd Prize
- Retrieval—2nd Prize
- Grid’s Lock—2nd Prize
- Socrates—3rd Prize
With these remarkable achievements, Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir was declared the 1st Runner-Up School at TECHNOVATION 2026.
CBSE Skill Expo and Guidance Fest 2026–27
On July 21, 2026, Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir hosted the Regional Event (Kolkata) of the CBSE Skill Expo and Guidance Festival 2026–27 for the CBSE Bhubaneswar Regional Office.
The school had the privilege of welcoming Mrs Archana Thakur, Additional Director, Department of Skill Education, CBSE, New Delhi, as the chief guest. The best projects from the top 30 schools were showcased, with participants presenting innovative models and working prototypes demonstrating creativity, problem-solving, and application-based learning. The Guidance Festival witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and teachers of over 45 schools. Insightful sessions by Dr. Dipak Kumar Ghosh (BCKV), Mr. Sandip Ghosh (IISWBM, Kolkata), and Mr. Abhishek Kumar Singh (Lifology Foundation, Trivandrum) offered valuable guidance on emerging careers, skill development, and future-ready learning.
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On July 11, 2026, the CBSE Class X and XII Board Examination 2026 toppers of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir, accompanied by Mr Abhijit Raha, Head of the Physics Department, attended the Pratibha Samman and Guru Samman Awards 2026, organised by Prabhat Khabar at Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Bhasha Bhavan, National Library, Kolkata. The ceremony celebrated the achievements of meritorious students and the unwavering commitment of their mentors from schools across the state. The BGKV achievers were felicitated with medals and certificates in recognition of their outstanding performance in the CBSE Board Examinations.
BGKV U-17
The Under-17 Girls’ Football Team of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir scripted a memorable victory by emerging Champions in the Subrata Cup Bidhannagar Subdivision Football Tournament. Displaying exceptional teamwork, determination, and sporting spirit throughout the competition, the team delivered a series of impressive performances to clinch the coveted title. Their triumph reflects the school’s commitment to nurturing excellence in sports alongside academics. The achievement stands as a testament to the players’ perseverance, disciplined training, and the unwavering guidance of their coaches.
SOF Best District Principal Award 2025–26
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of its Principal, who has been conferred the prestigious SOF Best District Principal Award 2025–26 by the Academic Council of the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF). The award recognises her exemplary leadership and the outstanding performance of the school’s students in the SOF Olympiads. Amidst participation from over 99,499 schools across 72 countries, the students’ exceptional accomplishments stand as a testament to her inspiring guidance and unwavering commitment to academic excellence. The Olympiad Zonal Incharge personally visited the school to present the honour. The award comprised a trophy and a citation, marking yet another proud milestone in the institution’s journey of excellence.
Interschool Fest ‘SHABD’
Students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir delivered an outstanding performance at the Interschool Fest ‘SHABD’, organised by Mahadevi Birla World Academy, Kolkata. The school was declared Champion in the Debate Competition.
Pathikrit Maitra emerged as the star performer, winning the Best Speaker award in both the preliminary and final rounds of the debate. He also secured the Best Speaker (Turncoat) award and the Best Speaker (Proposition) award.
The Lenscape winning team comprised Rithwik Pramanik, Ishaan Bain, and Rushil Sur, while the Reverberance winning team included Ayushi Ray and Tiyasha Ray.
In another event, Pathikrit Maitra, Aditree Ray, Bishita Dhara, and Deepayan Gupta secured the First Runner-Up position.
Exypnos 2026
Students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir participated in Exypnos 2026, an interschool fest organised by La Martiniere School for Boys, and achieved remarkable success. The students secured 1st Position in Debate and Digital Art. They also won 3rd Position in Ciphera, Quiz, and Robot Fight.
Swimming Championship
Kusal Deb of Class VII represented the school in the swimming events organised by the North 24 Parganas District Sports Association at Rabindra Sarabar Santar Prasikkhan Kendra, Lalkuthi, Rajarhat, on July 18-19, 2026. He delivered an excellent performance, winning Gold in the 100 Metre Backstroke and Silver medals in the 400 Metre Freestyle, 200 Metre Freestyle, 100 Metre Freestyle, and 200 Metre Individual Medley.
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The Ram Avatar Gupt Utkrisht Shiksha Awards 2026, organised by the Sanmarg Foundation on July 3, 2026, celebrated outstanding performance in Hindi in the CBSE Class XII Board Examination 2026. Three students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir were honoured for their exceptional achievement. Akshara Mehrotra received the Topper Award, comprising a trophy, medal, certificate, a scholarship of Rs. 15,000, and a gift. Vidisha Saraff was recognised among the Top 20 achievers and received a medal, certificate, earpods, and a gift, while Annesha Chatterjee was presented with a certificate and a gift.
State Karate Championship
Anushka Roy of Class 9 brought pride to Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir by securing third position in the 28th West Bengal State Karate Championship 2026. In recognition of her commendable performance, she was awarded a bronze medal. Her achievement reflects her dedication, discipline, and sporting excellence.
Education Symposium and Expert Masterclasses
On July 8, 2026, students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir participated in the Education Symposium and Expert Masterclasses, organised by the JIS Group at the Hyatt Regency, Kolkata. The programme brought together distinguished educators and leading professionals from diverse creative industries. Students attended insightful sessions conducted by eminent experts, including Jimmy Tangree (Radio), Joyjit Ghosh (Journalism), Soumya Shankar Ghosal (Photography), Sandip Jaiswal (Fashion), digital storytellers Praveen, Aritra and Priyanka, and renowned content creators Anindya and Madhushree Basu. The interactive sessions provided valuable industry exposure, practical insights, and mentorship, inspiring students to explore emerging career opportunities with confidence and creativity.
X-Uberance
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir delivered a remarkable performance at X-Uberance, securing the prestigious title of Overall Second Runners-up through an impressive display of talent, creativity, intellect, and teamwork across a wide range of events. The school secured First Position in X-Torkobitorko and X-Alaap, while earning Second Position in X-Mate, X-Proshnottor, X-Cook, X-Press, X-Tempore, and X-Goals (Girls). The students also achieved Third Position in X-Innovate, X-Quizite, X-Pixel, X-Rapporteur, and X-Golpo. The outstanding collective performance of the participants reflects their dedication, versatility, and pursuit of excellence. Their achievements stand as a testament to the unwavering guidance of the teachers, the encouragement of the school, and the spirit of healthy competition fostered at Bhavan’s.
PSI Event
Students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir achieved remarkable success at the Physiological Survey of India (PSI) Event 2026. In the Drawing Competition, Sousree Darbar (Class 9) secured the Winner’s title, while Aakansha Kumari (Class 9) was adjudged the Second Runner-up. The school also emerged as the Winner of the Quiz Competition, with the victorious team comprising Uddipan Patra (Class 12), Rajdeep Debnath (Class 11) and Koustabh Tikader (Class 11). Their achievements reflect creativity, scientific aptitude, and teamwork.
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Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir celebrated Bharat Innovates 2026, a prestigious initiative of the Department of Higher Education aimed at fostering innovation, scientific temper, and technological awareness among students. A series of activities was conducted throughout June 2026. The celebrations began on 1st June with ‘Bharat Quiz – Who Knows India’s Innovation?’ an online quiz for Classes VI–IX. On 10th June, an Essay Writing Competition and a Poster Making Competition on the theme ‘Bharat Innovates’ encouraged students to explore India’s scientific and technological achievements. The programme culminated on 15th June with a Poster Presentation where Class IX students highlighted innovative initiatives and developmental programmes contributing to India’s growth and global recognition. The activities nurtured curiosity, creativity, and a spirit of nation-building among students.
The Times Edushine Awards 2026
The Times Edushine Awards 2026, organised by The Times of India, honoured the meritorious Class X and XII board examination toppers of Bhavan’s G. K. Vidyamandir at the Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium on June 16, 2026.
BGKV received a framed certificate and a potted sapling in recognition of its students’ outstanding achievements. The AISSE and AISSCE toppers were awarded medals and certificates for their excellent performance.
The Class X awardees were Anisha Ghosh, Ashwika Pandey, Anustup Pal, Saranya Sen Chowdhury, Aditya Biswas, Debadrita Pal, and Arisha Sadique Khan. The Class XII awardees were Arjya Sarkar, Anusmita Kanjilal, Arkaprovo Sen, and Abhigyan Acharya.
National Road Safety Olympiad 2026
Students of Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir from Classes VI to IX and XI participated enthusiastically in the Road Safety Awareness Programme organised by the Road Safety Cell, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India.
As part of the initiative, they took part in the National Road Safety Olympiad 2026. Soumadeep Pal (Class VII) and Adishree Samanta (Class IX) won Bronze Medals, while Oishik Chowdhury (Class VII) secured a Silver Medal.
The school takes special pride in Kritika Mitra of Class VIII, who secured the third rank at the national level. She was felicitated at the award ceremony held at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, on April 25, 2026, and received a trophy, medal, and certificate for her outstanding achievement.
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On May 6, 2026, a Thalassemia Screening and Awareness Camp was organised by the Rotary Club of Greater Calcutta, in association with Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan.
Dr. Ramendu Homchaudhury, District Governor, Rotary International, provided an insightful overview on thalassemia and emphasised the importance of timely screening. A total of 36 students from Classes IX to XII participated in the camp. Blood screening tests were conducted by Serum Diagnostics Institute under the guidance of Dr. Bose. While such tests are usually conducted at a nominal cost by Serum Diagnostics, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, in a thoughtful and commendable initiative, sponsored the screenings, making them free of cost for the students.
Jubilare 2026
BGKV students showcased their creativity and talent at Jubilare 2026, the inter-school fest organised by Shri Shikshayatan School on May 14-15, 2026.
Valentina Das and Agnimitra Sengupta Basu of Class XII secured the 1st Runner-up position in ‘Twist in the Taste’, the non-flame cooking event, with their innovative presentation of Viet-Mex fusion rolls served with guacamole and Horchata. In the photography event ‘Frozen Shadows’, Rishita Pal of Class X and Devanshi Bhatnagar of Class XI achieved the 2nd Runner-up position. Their theme, ‘Capturing Unspoken Emotions’, was appreciated for its creativity and thoughtful visual storytelling.
‘CHATURANGA’ 2026
Displaying remarkable skill, focus, and determination, the school team emerged unbeaten with five wins in five rounds, overcoming strong opponents such as BDM International School, Laxmipat Singhania Academy, G.D. Goenka Public School, and DPS Ruby Park.
A special highlight was Venkatesh Das, who secured the Board Prize by remaining unbeaten and scoring 4.5 out of 5 points on the second board. Equally commendable was the outstanding performance of the youngest team member, Kian D. Bose of Class V, who also remained unbeaten and impressed everyone with his confidence and consistency.
The team’s exceptional achievement reflects its balanced performance, dedication, and sporting excellence.
Acharya Honors 2026
The Acharya Honors 2026 – Felicitating Teachers programme was organised by the Department of Biotechnology, University of Engineering and Management (UEM), Kolkata, on June 11, 2026 to recognise the remarkable contributions of educators.
The highlight of the event was the Acharya Honors 2026 Award Ceremony, where distinguished Life Science educators and their Principals were felicitated for their dedication and excellence in education. BGKV Principal, Mrs. Monami Chattopadhyay, and Biology teacher, Mrs. Shazia Afreen were honoured with the prestigious Acharya Honors 2026 Award.
The programme was a memorable and inspiring celebration of the commitment, hard work, and invaluable role of teachers in shaping future generations.
JEE Advanced 2026
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir, Salt Lake, Kolkata, has once again upheld its tradition of academic excellence with an outstanding performance in the JEE Advanced 2026 examination.
The school proudly congratulates its achievers for their remarkable success and dedication.
Leading the list is Raunak Goyal with an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 1913, followed by Sanurag Bandyopadhyay (AIR 4370), Arjya Sarkar (AIR 4900), Samya Chakrabarti (AIR 7245), Arko Acharyya (AIR 7700), and Soham Das (AIR 9912).
The stellar achievements of these students reflect their perseverance, hard work, and the unwavering support of their teachers and parents.
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BGKV students participated with great enthusiasm in X-Celsior 2026, the inter-school fest organised by St. Xavier’s Collegiate School on April 24-25, 2026, and secured several accolades across events.
Shrutama Sanyal and Susnato Banerjee won 1st position in X-Shark (Shark Tank event), excelling through innovative pitching and collaborative performance in the final round. Aishik Chowdhury, Avantika Das, Adrit Chakraborty, and Ahan Sarkar secured 1st place in X-Relay (Mathematics Relay). Rajbeer Singh and Rajgopal Maity achieved 2nd position in X-Jam (game development event), while Rishabh Rakshit and Reesav Ghosh bagged 3rd place in X-Botics (on-the-spot robotics competition).
In recognition of its overall performance, Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir was awarded the Joint Second-Best School Award, shared with St. Xavier’s.
Novus 2026
BGKV students showcased their talent and creativity at Novus 2026, the inter-school fest organised by The Newtown School from April 24-26, 2026, securing accolades across multiple events.
Rithik Pramanik of class XII won 1st position in Photography. Chahat Pushkania, Valentina Das, Ria Chakraborty, and Agnimitra Sengupta Basu of class XII secured 2nd place in Non-Fire Cooking, presenting paan-flavoured laddus inspired by Bengal’s culinary tradition. Debayan Ray of class XI and Venkatesh Das of class X achieved 2nd position in chess. Nairit Karmakar of class XII secured 3rd place in Caricature, while Soumyajit Sarkar of class XII won 2nd prize in Open Mic.
District Selection Championship
On April 26, 2026, Anushka Roy, a BGKV student of Class IX achieved outstanding success at the District Selection Championship (North 24 Parganas), winning two Gold Medals in both Kata and Kumite in the Under-14, below 47 kg category.
With this remarkable performance, she has been officially selected to represent the district at the upcoming West Bengal State Selection for the KIO National Games 2026 in Karate.
NIC 2026
From April 22-26, 2026, Bhavan’s Sri Venkateshwara Vidyalaya, Tirupati, hosted the 14th National Integration Camp (NIC) 2026. A team of six students from BGKV—Aditree Ray, Samantak Biswas, Monipuspok Ghosh (Class XII), Adishri Chinmayee Mishra, Agnimita Das (Class XI), and Sankarshan Kundu (Class X)—represented the Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir, Kolkata.
The camp commenced with an inaugural session bringing together student representatives from across the country. The following day featured a trekking session at the nearby hills and a Kalamkari workshop. On the third day, participants visited the Indian Institute of Technology, Tirupati, and the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), followed by a visit to the Prasanna Venkateswara Temple. The day concluded with a cultural programme, where BGKV students showcased their deep-rooted love for the nation.
A notable highlight of the camp was the Turn-a-Coat (debate) Competition, which saw participation from 68 schools. Among the seven winning positions awarded, Aditree Ray secured a place, bringing laurels to the institution.
State Level Karate Championship
On April 19, 2026, Abhiraj Datta, a BGKV student of Class VI secured the 3rd position in the 24th West Bengal Wado-Kai Karate Championship 2026 in the 10–11 years boys’ category.
The championship was organised by the All India Wado-Kai Karate-Do Association, West Bengal, under the aegis of the Karate Association of India (KAI), and is recognised by the Government of India and the Indian Olympic Association.
International Finswimming Competition
Shreyan Das, student of Class IV, Bhavan's Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir, recently participated in the Children’s—Junior Finswimming Competition 2026, SEA WAVE.
This prestigious international event, held on April 26, 2026, in Phuket, THAILAND, was organised by the ATUS - Thailand Underwater Federation. The competition took place at the Sport Complex PSU Phuket (Prince of Songkhla University, Phuket Campus).
Shreyan qualified for this event as he earlier clinched gold in both of his events and got the group champion award as well in the 5th USFI (Underwater Sports Federation of India) national championship held in Mangalore, India in December 2025.
Shreyan Das, representing USFI India competed in the highly competitive 10-11M (Boys 10-11 Years) age group. He demonstrated remarkable skill and determination, achieving impressive results across three individual events clinching gold medals in all three.
* In the 100 Bi-fins event, Shreyan recorded a time of 01:10.73.
* He competed in the 50 Surface event, clocking a time of 00:28.58.
* He showcased his talent again in the 50 Bi-fins event with a time of 00:32.45.
Additionally he participated in the 11–17 year group mixed relay and brought the bronze medal for team USFI India.
Faculty Farewell Programme
Bidding farewell is never easy, yet it remains an integral part of one’s professional journey. On March 30, 2026, a Farewell Programme was organised in the school auditorium to honour Mr. Arun Kumar Dasgupta, Mrs. Aditi Mukherjee, Ms. Maitreyi De Sarkar, Ms. Jaya Pal, Mrs. Sriparna Mitra Sinha, and Mrs. Rajashri Sengupta, who have successfully completed their tenure with the institution. BGKV extends its heartfelt gratitude for their invaluable contributions and wishes them continued success and fulfilment in their future endeavours.
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A delegation of four students—Pathikrit Maitra, Ryan Bhattacharjee, Rudradeb Datta, and Saptaparno Majumdar—represented Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir at the All India Bhavan’s MUN 2026, organised by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan V. M. Public School, Vadodara, on April 17-18, 2026. The team delivered commendable performances, with Rudradeb Datta securing a High Commendation in ECOFIN, and Pathikrit Maitra winning awards for Best Position Paper and Best Delegate in UNSC. Ryan Bhattacharjee and Saptaparno Majumdar were also highly appreciated for their valuable contributions to the team’s overall success.
Physics Quiz
On April 17, 2026, Sandipan Ganguly and Shinhan Maity of Class XII represented BGKV at Presision 2026, a Physics quiz organised by Presidency University. The team secured the 3rd position among participating schools, marking a commendable achievement.
International Mother Earth Day
Celebrating International Mother Earth Day on April 22, 2026, the students of BGKV Primary Section took part in a range of activities centered on the theme of: ‘Earth Day: Our Power, Our Planet’. It was a bagless day filled with learning beyond the classrooms.
The activities proved highly motivating, encouraging the students to embrace responsibility and make a positive impact on nature.
The day also sparked creativity as students designed vibrant, thoughtful posters. Specially curated Earth Day videos deepened their understanding of the planet’s ecosystems and the urgent need to safeguard Mother Earth.
World Book Day
The students of classes 1 and 2 proved that books are the real superheroes!
From ‘The Hare and the Tortoise’ teaching us “slow but steady wins the race”, to Cinderella’s ball that became the cynosure of all eyes, to Aladdin’s Magic Lamp and the planets happily revolving round the sun — they took the audience from the world of fantasy to the real galaxy itself. In Bengali characters like ‘Tuntuni’ from ‘Thakumar Jhuli’, ‘Duyorani’ from ‘Khirer Putul’ and ‘Baburam Sapure’ from Abol Tabol stole the show. In Hindi famous stories ‘Magarmach aur Bandar ki Kahani’ and the popular story of the thirsty crow took the audience straight to storyland!
The students had one big message: Reels may scroll, but books take us to our soul. They pledged to read more for a better tomorrow.
JEE Mains (Session-II) 2026
Once again, the students of BGKV have proved themselves with an outstanding performance in the second session of the JEE Mains 2026. Scoring 90 percentile and above in JEE Mains is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects their dedication, perseverance, and hard work. BGKV congratulates all the achievers.
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On April 8, 2026, Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir organised an orientation programme for the teaching faculty of the Secondary Wing at the commencement of the academic session 2026–27. The session was addressed by Dr. G. V. Subramanian, Director, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (Kolkata and Agartala Kendra).
In his address, Dr. Subramanian reflected on the distinction between an ordinary teacher and one who creates a lasting impact. He elaborated on the essential qualities of an ideal educator and offered valuable insights on nurturing these attributes in practice. His inspiring words motivated the faculty to begin the new academic session with renewed vision, purpose, and enthusiasm.
Rapid Rating Chess Championship 2026
On April 11, 2026, four students of BGKV: Venkatesh Das, Neelabhro Bandyopadhyay, Tanish Das, and Abhiraj Das, participated in the 18th ChessMate Inter-School Rapid Rating Chess Championship 2026, held as part of KalaKosh, a series of inter-school events, organised by South Point High School. The BGKV team secured the First Prize for the third consecutive year. Additionally, Tanish Das earned a Board Prize, marking an impressive achievement for the team.
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From March 13-15, 2026 IEM Salt Lake hosted Innovacion, an interschool competition, where Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir participated in the Quiz and Science Model Exhibition categories with outstanding results. BGKV secured both the 1st and 2nd positions in the Quiz (Team A and Team B), marking a remarkable achievement. The school’s Science Model was also highly appreciated for its innovation and presentation, reflecting the students’ scientific aptitude and teamwork.
Food Safety Awareness Programme
Class 11 (Nutrition) students of BGKV attended the Food Safety Awareness Programme at FSSAI on March 24, 2026. The session provided valuable insights into food hygiene, safety standards, and best practices. Students actively participated and enhanced their practical understanding of the subject. It was an informative and enriching learning experience for all.
Awareness Session on POCSO Act
On April 2, 2026, Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir conducted an awareness and sensitisation session on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.
The session, led by Smt. Shovona Mukherji, School Counsellor, and Smt. Mita Bera, Special Educator, focused on familiarising educators with the provisions of the Act, their roles and responsibilities, and the importance of ensuring child safety within the school environment.
The speakers addressed key aspects such as bullying, corporal punishment, and the identification of behavioural and physical indicators of abuse, while also guiding staff on appropriate conduct and reporting procedures. The session reinforced the school’s commitment to maintain a safe, secure, and supportive environment for all students.
World Autism Awareness Day
Bhavan’s Gangabux Kanoria Vidyamandir observed World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, 2026 with a workshop on the theme ‘Autism and Humanity—Every Life has Value’. The session, conducted by Smt. Mita Bera, Special Educator, highlighted Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a broad and diverse spectrum, outlining its key characteristics, early signs, and the importance of timely understanding and support.
The interactive session encouraged educators to adopt a strength-based approach, recognising the unique abilities of individuals on the spectrum. The programme concluded with a symbolic display of coloured balloons representing the ‘puzzle piece’ motif, while faculty members wore shades of blue to express awareness, acceptance, and support.
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