JAMMU / BARNALA, Jul 28: An educational seminar, stationery distribution programme and prize distribution ceremony dedicated to the birth anniversary of late Sheela Rani, a former teacher at Government Senior Secondary School, Badbar, was organised by social worker Vijay Kumar Singla Sangrur at the school in Barnala district.
The event witnessed the distribution of school bags, shoes, stationery and cash prizes to students securing first and second positions from Classes VI to XII. Among those present were former Superintendent Vijay Kumar Singla, State Pensioners’ Leader Raj Kumar Arora, Advocate Pawan Kumar Gupta, Prof. Suresh Gupta, Rajinder Goyal, Mohit Dairy, Lakshmi Devi, Baljinder Singh, Principal Surinder Kaur, teacher Kamlesh Kumari and several other dignitaries.
Speaking on the occasion, Raj Kumar Arora lauded Vijay Singla’s continued commitment to social service, stating that he has been carrying forward the ideals of his late wife by supporting students and contributing to their education. He said the initiative reflected Sheela Rani’s dedication to teaching and welfare.
Prof. Suresh Gupta described service to society as the highest form of duty, while former Principal Surinder Kaur remembered Sheela Rani as a warm and dedicated teacher whose values continue to inspire others through the charitable work undertaken in her memory.
Educationist Gurmeet Singh Kaka, Block Samiti member, Sarpanch Harbans Kaur, Jagga Singh, Jathedar Gurmukh Singh and Mandeep Kumar appreciated the efforts being made for the welfare of students and encouraged the continuation of such initiatives.
The programme was conducted by Master Avnish Kumar, who said the educational seminar and stationery distribution ceremony reflected the ideals and vision of the late Sheela Rani. He thanked the guests and supporters for their contributions towards the development of the school and its students.
Avtar Singh, Junior Assistant, expressed gratitude to all the guests and appreciated the welfare initiatives undertaken for the students. Senior teachers Tistinder Kaur, Taranjot Kaur and Deepika played an important role in ensuring the successful organisation of the event.
School Principal Rishi Kumar and Kuldeep Kaur welcomed the guests and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to preserving the values and ideals of Sheela Rani. They noted that Vijay Singla has also been regularly organising medical camps and other social welfare activities in her memory.
At the conclusion of the programme, Vijay Kumar Singla was honoured by the school staff, local representatives and dignitaries in recognition of his continued service to education and society. Sarpanch of Village Badbar and members of the Nagar Panchayat were also present on the occasion.