Inter-School Cross-Cultural Dance Competition Showcases India’s Heritage at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Bokaro
India’s cultural heritage and diversity, which establish the nation as a world leader, came alive in a spectacular way at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Bokaro, on Friday during the Inter-School Cross-Cultural Dance Competition. The event witnessed the participation of 152 students from 10 schools, each presenting a vibrant blend of art and culture through fusion dance.
The program was graced by Swamini Sanyuktananda Saraswati, resident Acharya of Chinmaya Mission, Bokaro, as the Chief Guest, while the distinguished panel of judges included Shrimati Ankita Tah, Shrimati Rajani Padhi, and Shri Debapriya Choudhary.
They were accompanied by eminent educationists such as Shri Sanjeev Thakur, Director and Mrs. Reena Thakur, Principal of Mount Zion School; Shri Mukesh Kumar Gupta, Principal of Dr. Rajendra Prasad Public School; and Shri Bipul Kumar Singh, Principal of Rainbow Public School.
Also present were Chinmaya Vidyalaya’s leadership team — President Shri Biswarup Mukhopadhyay, Secretary Shri Mahesh Tripathi, Principal Shri Suraj Sharma, Vice Principal Shri Narmendra Kumar and Headmaster Shri Gopal Chandra Munshi — who added to the grandeur of the occasion.
The program began with Diya lighting, followed by a soulful welcome song and a captivating Jharkhandi folk dance, performed by Chinmaya Vidyalaya students.
Soon, the auditorium brimmed with energy and joy as participating schools — Sarala Birla Public School, Ranchi; Guru Gobind Singh Public School, Bokaro; Guru Gobind Singh Public School, Chas; MJM, Bokaro; DAV, Sector 6, Bokaro; Rainbow Public School; Mount Zion School; Dr. Rajendra Prasad Public School, Bokaro; Crescent Public School, Bokaro; and Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Bokaro — took the stage with mesmerizing performances.
Overall champions were the dancers of Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Bokaro, followed by GGPS, Bokaro in second and Sarala Birla Public School, Ranchi on third place.
To honour the unique strengths of each team, special titles were awarded to them as follows:
DAV Public School - Sector 6 : Melody in Motion (Team 9)
GGPS, Bokaro : Elegance in Motion (Team 5)
MJM Public School : Outstanding Expression (Team 1)
Crescent Public School : Flawless Footwork (Team 4)
GGPS, Chas : Best Theme Presentation (Team 2)
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Bokaro : Best Choreography (Team 10)
Sarala Birla Public School : Most Energetic Performance (Team 6)
Mount Sion School : Best Costume (Team 3)
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Public School : Outstanding Performance (Team 8)
Rainbow Public School : Rhythmic Performance (Team 7)
In her inspiring address, Swamini Sanyuktananda Saraswati emphasized the spiritual significance of dance, noting that it is deeply rooted in scriptures, with statues of Lord Shiva and Goddess Durga often depicted in dance postures. She reminded the audience that participation is more important than victory.
Echoing this sentiment, Principal Shri Suraj Sharma welcomed the students warmly and highlighted that honest participation itself is a remarkable achievement. The program concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks proposed by Vice Principal Mr. Narmendra Kumar, leaving behind an unforgettable celebration of India’s unity in diversity and the timeless beauty of its cultural heritage.
Inter-School Cross-Cultural Dance Competition