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International Loving Peace Art Competition

Kulapati Munshi Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Pottore student G. Kretheesh won the Third prize at the International Loving Peace Art Competition organised by IWPG based in South Korea and he earned the prize money of 2,00,000 KRW.


Sangeetha Ratna Pracharya Award

Parvathy Dileep of Class 11 received the Bharat Ratna Dr. M.S. Subbulakshmi Sangeetha Ratna Pracharya Award and Fellowship worth Rs. 3 lakhs from the Chief Justice of Rajasthan. Shanmukhananda Sangeetha Sabha, Mumbai, confers the honour to promising young artists.

India Book of Records

Nila Pramod of Class 2 was recognised as an India Book of Records Achiever for reciting all 47 slokas of Chapter 1 of the Bhagavad Gita in 4 minutes 25 seconds.

National Teacher Award

Ms. Mini C.P, Principal In-charge, received the prestigious Gargi Manju Samman 2025 for Best Teacher at Ranchi, Jharkhand.

National Athletic Meet

Aditya Shine of Class 12 secured second prize in the 200m race, Under-19 Boys category, at the National Athletic Meet held at Santatulanand Convent School, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
The Under-14 Girls’ 4x100m relay team secured second position at the National Athletic Meet. The team comprised Devaprabha M.S. Class 8, Parvathi K.T. Namputhiri Class 8, Krishnaja E.R. Class 8, Janaki Unnikrishnan Class 8, and Acksha Catherin Class 8.

IBR Achiever

Reflecting the spirit of inclusive education imparted at Kulapati Munshi Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Pottore, Ananya Narayanan, aged 16, was honoured as an ‘IBR Achiever’ by India Book of Records. Despite being specially-abled with 40% Autism Spectrum Disorder, she created 10 different types of paintings— Mandala, Pot, Warli, Madhubani, Fabric, Landscape, Bottle, Lippan, Mural, and Digital.


Classical Music

Pranaya Manosh from KMBVM, Pottore, Thrissur won first prize in the Senior Category— Classical Music at the Voice Online National Online Talent Contest 2025. The contest was organised by The Voice Online in association with The Echo of India, Theatrician, and Brand Mark Digital. The online contest brought together young performers from across the country.

Anti-Drug Day Celebration

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s school observed International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with an Anti-Drug Pledge, an awareness class by Mr. N. Rajesh, Excise Inspector, Anthikad, a student flash mob, and speech and drawing competitions to promote a drug-free lifestyle.

Happy Parenting Programme

A Happy Parenting session for parents was conducted by Mr. Sarath T. R., Life Coach, Global Educator, Trainer, and RJ, who shared practical insights on positive parenting and strengthening parent-child relationships.


Merit Day Celebration

Merit Day was celebrated with Ms. Radhika O., Senior Sub Editor, Mathrubhumi, as the chief guest and Mrs. Siji Mohandas, Panchayat President, as the guest of honour. The programme inspired students to uphold the values of unity, service, and social responsibility.


Thrissur Kendra

Obituary


Smt. Athira Krishnan (34), Teacher in English at Bhavan Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, Thrissur passed away on April 26, 2026, following a kidney ailment.
The Bhavan family at Thrissur paid homage and expressed heartfelt condolences to the members of the bereaved family.


Thrissur Kendra

Shraddhanjali

Smt. Nalini Varassiar, wife of Shri K. S. Unni, former Secretary of Thrissur Kendra passed away on May 22, 2026. She was 84 years old.
Smt Nalini retired as the Headmistress of J.P.E.H.S. (TTC), Koorkenchery, Thrissur. She is survived by her husband, daughter Smitha and grandsons, Varun and Akhil. May her soul rest in eternal peace.


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Shraddhanjali

Smt. Smitha Jayaprakash, senior teacher in KG section of Kulapati Munshi Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Pottore, Thrissur passed away on February 20, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 46.
Members of Bhavan’s family pay homage to the departed soul.


Thrissur Kendra

Book Release

Sri P. A. Anish Malayalam Faculty, KMBVM Pottore and an upcoming poet has published his book containing his poems. The formal release of the publication titled KADUVA (Tiger) was done by Sri. Rafeek Ahamed, noted Malayalam Poet and cinema lyricist on January 12, 2026 at Thrissur.


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Exhibition

Exhibition of pictures drawn by students of Class 1 to Plus 2 of Kulapati Munshi Bhavans Vidya Mandir, Pottore, Thrissur was held at Kerala Lalith Kala Academy, Thrissur from June 10 -21, 2025.  The exhibition well attended and well appreciated by all was inaugurated by Prof. Abhilash Das, Principal, Govt. Fine Arts college, Thrissur.

Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition

On September 14, 2025, Sreekrishna Jayanthi Day, Bhavan’s Thrissur Kendra organised 36th All Kerala Interschool Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition. More than 300 students from various CBSE and State Schools enthusiastically participated in the competition. It was inaugurated by Sri. P. I. Sherief Mohammed, Hon. Secretary, Bhavan’s Pathanamthitta Kendra. Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, Thrissur Kendra and Kulapati Munshi Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Pottore, Thrissur scored the first and second positions respectively. But as a standing practice, these positions were bestowed on the next higher point holder Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir Eroor, Ernakulam and Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir Irinjalakuda respectively as by practice, the host units do not hold the top positions in the competitions.


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All India Talent Search Examination (AITSE) 2024

Varun Menon, a Class 8 student of Bhavan's Vidya Mandir, Poochatty is the First rank holder of the National Level All India Talent Search Examination (AITSE) 2024. A Maths and Science genius with oratory skills, Varun Menon has a number of achievements to speak aloud. They include the State Rank First at the Silver zone Science Olympiad Level 1, the State Rank Second rank in the Silver zone Maths Olympiad Level 1, Medal of Distinction in the SOF Maths (IMO) and Science (ISO) Olympiad Level 1, to name a few. What sets him apart is his humble demeanour and enthusiasm to experiment newer pastures, a rare blend one yearns for!


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Samskritolsavam 2024

Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, organised Samskritolsavam 2024 on November 23, 2024.
The impressive inaugural function began with the lighting of the lamp and an inaugural dance by the students of Puranattukara Sanskrit College. In his inaugural address, the Guest of Honour, Dr. V.K. Vijayan, the President of Guruvayur Devaswom, spoke about the need to preserve the Sanskrit language. He further appreciated this initiative as the first among CBSE schools. As many as 164 students from 13 schools participated in the various competitions organised. Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, emerged winners, while Bhavan’s Vidya Bhavan, Irinjalakuda, and Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Eroor, secured the second and third positions respectively.
At the valedictory function, Dr. N.M. Narayanan, Assistant Professor, Department of Sanskrit, Sree Kerala Varma College, Thrissur, was the Chief Guest. Dr. Indira Devi, Associate Secretary, Bhavan’s Thrissur Kendra presided over the function.


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Navaratri Celebration

Navaratri festival was celebrated with devotion and festivities. Bommakkolu, the traditional exhibition of idols of gods and goddesses was held on all the nine days. Students from the KG wing to the Higher Secondary wing of both schools at Poochatty and Pottore, Balamandir of Thrissur Kendra actively participated in the functions held on these days. Bhajans, classical dances and percussion performances were held on Navaratri days by students and staff members, attracted big crowds of parents and well-wishers.


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Gita Competition

The 33rd Edition of the All Kerala Inter School Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition was conducted by the Kendra on August 26, 2024, coinciding with the occasion of Shree Krishna Jayanthi. More than 300 students from 30 different schools participated in the competition with enthusiasm. The Competition was inaugurated by Swami Nandathmanandaji Maharaj of Sree Ramakrishna Ashram, Poonkunnam. Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Girinagar, Kochi, secured the first position and Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Irinjalakuda, the second.


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