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The programme commenced with a devotional invocation by Smt. Nithya Teacher, creating a serene and respectful atmosphere. Smt. Subbulekshmi Teacher delivered the welcome address and warmly greeted the dignitaries, parents, teachers, and students. This was followed by an explanation on the importance of Matru Puja by Smt. Maheshwari Teacher, who highlighted the significance of expressing gratitude and reverence towards one’s mother. The central ritual of the programme, the Paduka Puja, was then performed by the students as a mark of respect and devotion to their mothers.
In her address, Dr. Anitha Subramanian expressed her happiness at witnessing the Paduka Puja and appreciated the meaningful tradition followed by the Vidyalaya. In her address, she advised parents to greet their children warmly each day and to encourage them whenever they feel discouraged. She also noted that through the Paduka Puja, parents bless their children and wish them success in their forthcoming public examinations. She further emphasized the need for both parents and students to reduce excessive use of mobile phones and to focus on healthy communication and disciplined living.
As part of the programme, six students and eight parents shared their experiences, expressing their feelings of gratitude, affection, and emotional connection through the Matru Puja ceremony.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Smt. Kalavathy Teacher, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, parents, teachers, and students for their active participation. The programme concluded with the chanting of the Shanti Mantra, leaving the gathering with a deep sense of reverence, gratitude, and family bonding.
