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The Bhavan's Chennai Kendra was established in 1958 with the blessings of Paramacharya, His Holiness Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Swamigal of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam.
The activities of the Kendra are conducted in three different places in the city :
(1) Mylapore - Main Kendra Complex
(2) Kilpauk - Bhavan's Rajaji Vidyashram, a CBSE Senior Secondary School
(3) T.Nagar Sub-Centre
NEWS & EVENTS
The Youth Parliament was successfully conducted on September 11, 2024. The event aimed to provide a platform for students to engage in meaningful discussions, debates, and role-playing exercises, simulating the proceedings of a real parliament.
The event began with the inauguration ceremony, where Smt. Jeevitha Ramesh, Panchayat President of Porur Village, Katpadi Taluk, the Chief Guest, highlighted the importance of youth participation in democracy.
The Youth Parliament was a resounding success, providing a unique opportunity for students to engage in democratic processes, develop public speaking skills, and build confidence. The event showcased the potential of our youth to become future leaders and change-makers.
‘Vaazhiya Vaiyagham’, a week-long cultural event organised by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (Bengaluru-Chennai) and Infosys Foundation, Bengaluru, commenced on October 21, 2024.
During this event, Chief Justice of Madras High Court Shri K. R. Shriram released the Bhavan’s Journal Diwali Special Issue in the presence of Smt. Anita Sumanth, Judge, Madras High Court; Shri. N. Ravi, chairman of Bhavan’s Chennai Kendra; K. Venkitachalam, deputy director, Chennai Kendra; Nalli Kuppuswami Chetty, vice-chairman, Chennai Kendra; Sudha Seshayyan, director of SASTRA, Chennai campus, K. N. Ramaswamy, director, Chennai Kendra, and Suryanarayanan M. S., associate vice-president of Infosys, Chennai, and other dignitaries.
The Investiture Ceremony of the primary section was held with great enthusiasm. The ceremony commenced with a heartfelt prayer, setting a serene and respectful tone for the event.
The most awaited moment of the ceremony was the presentation of badges.
Following the badge distribution, the newly appointed leaders took an oath. The principal delivered a speech that emphasised the importance of leadership.
The ceremony was a memorable event, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the young leaders of the primary section.
Jal Doot Programme
B. V. Bhavan’s Rajaji Vidyashram (2024–25): The Jal Doot Programme, aimed at raising awareness and promoting water conservation, was enthusiastically undertaken by the students of Classes 3, 4, and 5 on June 26, 2024. The programme increased students’ awareness of the importance of water conservation. The initiative involved a pot outline project, chart making and placard creation that inspired them to adopt sustainable water practices in their daily lives.
The Jal Doot Programme effectively educated young minds about the critical need to conserve water. Through hands-on activities and creative expression, the students of Classes 3, 4 & 5 learnt valuable lessons that will hopefully translate into lifelong water conservation habits.
Rajaji Elocution and Essay Competition
The Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Chennai Kendra conducted the Rajaji Inter School Elocution and Essay Competitions on June 28 and 29, 2024 at B.V. Bhavan’s Rajaji Vidyashram, Kilpauk, Chennai.
The elocution competition was conducted in English, Tamil, Hindi and Sanskrit at various venues in the sprawling campus. The participants, from Classes 9 to 12, displayed their oratory skills with preciseness of thought, appropriateness of words and lucidity of speech.
The essay writing competition was also conducted in the four languages. The participants penned their views and ideologies with clarity on the topic given.
Both competitions were judged by a panel of eminent personalities.
Astra
The 14th edition of ‘Astra’ was a grand affair held on July 4-5, 2024 at B.V. Bhavan’s Rajaji Vidyashram, Chennai. This year, the theme
for the extravaganza was ‘Relived Realities.’ It witnessed overwhelming participation of 40+ schools in 25 invigorating events, with many prizes to be won. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Dr. Vasanth Ravi, a rising film actor.
Over the period of two days, competitive spirits rose, and bonds of camaraderie were formed. The various events were judged by an esteemed panel of 48 eminent personalities. This year, the inaugural edition of the latest signature event, ‘Symposium’, garnered appreciation. With captivating performances by the participants and a varied display of talent and skill, the event was a resounding success.
The valedictory ceremony was held in the school auditorium. Roshan Raj of Chettinad Vidyashram emerged as the winner of the final showdown, and the second place was bagged by Anushka of Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Anna Nagar. Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Anna Nagar was the overall winner. Mr. Ganesh, a popular Tamil actor, and Mrs. Thangamalar Jaganath, an entrepreneur presided over the valedictory ceremony.
The Annual Sports Day 2024-'25
The 45th Annual Sports Day of B. V. Bhavan’s Rajaji Vidyashram was held on July 26, 2024 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The welcome address by the Principal Shri. P.G. Subramanian was followed by an impressive march past by the cadets of NCC, RSP, Scouts and Guides, Student Council members and students of the four houses—a display of discipline and perfection that synchronised with the beat of the school band.
The Olympic flame was lit by the Chief Guest of the inaugural function Shri Chitresh Tatha, a sailor of international repute. The Olympic torch carried by students who excelled in various sports, brought distinctive moments of pride.
The students found inspiration in Shri Chitresh’s words as he recalled his earlier experiences as a sailor and how with his resilience, those struggles gradually transformed into a real life success story.
Various sporting events, besides races and relays for the sub junior, junior, senior and super senior levels had participants cheered and applauded by their house members.
The suppleness of body when performing asanas with a stick by Class 6, the basketball dribble to the rhythmic beat by class 7 and the varied formations using dumb bells by Class 8, were fitting examples of coordination and flawless execution.
The traditional martial art Silambam had a modern twist with the girls of class 10 twirling their sticks festooned with ribbons and the tricolour. Their artistry, flair and harmonious fluidity of movements were mesmeric. This was followed by a gravity defying exercise of dexterously balancing water, an act that held people spell bound.
The prize distribution was marked by excitement and enthusiasm among the members of the houses.
Padma Subramaniam, Nalli Kuppuswamy and V. Vaidyanathan received the Vidya Bharati Puraskar for preserving Indian Culture and Heritage.
The Diwali issue of Bhavan’s Journal dated November 1-15 was released on October 31, 2023, by the Governor of Tamil Nadu Shri R. N. Ravi at a function held in the Bhavan’s Auditorium, Chennai, on the occasion of the 148th Jayanti of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.