Mysore/Mysuru: National Public School (NPS), Mysuru, conducted a mega cultural extravaganza in its campus on Nov. 5 and 6.

Spread across four shows in two days, the event showcased the talents of all students of Classes 1 to 11. This event is a noteworthy feat as each and every student got an opportunity to be on stage and there was 100% participation from parents too.

The performances of Classes 6-11 were based on the theme of ‘Navaras’ that depicted the nine emotions, with special reference to COVID times, through captivating music, dances and heart-touching skits.

The highlight of the first day was the presence of Padma Shri awardee Saalumarada Thimmakka as the chief guest.

The 111-year-old environmental enthusiast was felicitated by NPSI Mysuru Principal Akhila Dinesh and school prefects.

The Principal stated that it is an honour and blessing to have ‘Karnataka Ratna’ Saalumarada Thimmakka as our guest, and it signifies the extension of the Rajyotsava celebrations.

Saalumarada Thimmakka  showered her blessings on the school and watered a potted sapling as a gesture of goodwill.

On the 6th of November, tiny-tots of classes 1-5 put up  wonderful shows depicting the ‘World of Cartoons’ and ‘Alice in Wonderland’. Apart from entertaining the audience, each show and theme, coupled with captivating narratives by the comperes, also portrayed important life skills and conveyed messages with values.

Principal Akhila Dinesh extended a warm welcome to the audience and presented an overview of the term gone by. She expressed heartfelt gratitude to Chairman Dr. K.P. Gopalkrishna and all members of the management, for being pillars of strength and support to the school.

The event was presided by mentor Principal of NPS Group of Schools Shanta Chandran. In her inspirational address to the gathering, Shantha Chandran emphasised upon the role of parents in boosting the confidence of children and the importance of values. Acknowledging the efforts of the team, she complimented the school for putting up such a scintillating show.