Divya

Jyoti Niketan Annual Day Celebrated with Grandeur and Inspiration

Prayagraj,

25 May (HS): The Annual Day Celebration of Divya Jyoti Niketan, a unit of

Nazareth Hospital Society, was celebrated with great enthusiasm and emotion at

the auditorium of St. Joseph's College. The programme showcased the

extraordinary talents, confidence, and achievements of visually impaired girls

studying at the institution.

The

event was presided over by Most Rev. Louis Mascarenhas, the Catholic Bishop of

Allahabad. The chief guests for the occasion were Harshvardhan Bajpai, the MLA

from Allahabad North. A large number of parents, Sisters, priests, staff

members, benefactors, and well-wishers including Rev. Msgr. Reginald D'Souza,

Rev. Fr. Vipin D'Souza and Rev. Fr. Walter D'Silva were present for the

programme.

The

evening commenced with a graceful Prayer Dance followed by the traditional

lighting of the lamp. Through various cultural performances including Balloon

Dance, Dandiya Dance, Qawwali, Fusion Dance, Orchestra, Mahabharat Katha,

Rajasthani Dance, group songs, and meaningful skits like Dooriyan

and Karm Ka Phal, the divyang students mesmerized the audience with

their confidence, rhythm and artistic abilities.

A

documentary on the journey of Divya Jyoti Niketan highlighted how the

institution has transformed the lives of visually impaired girls through

education, emotional support, and confidence-building opportunities. The

audience responded with admiration and appreciation for the dedication of the

management and staff.

Addressing

the gathering, Harshvardhan Bajpai appreciated the courage and remarkable

talents of the visually impaired students. He stated that the programme proved

that physical limitations can never stop determined minds from achieving

success. He also praised Divya Jyoti Niketan for empowering children through

education and cultural development.

In

his presidential address, Bishop Louis Mascarenhas appreciated the efforts of

the Sisters, staff members, donors and well-wishers who continuously support

the mission of Divya Jyoti Niketan. He encouraged the students to move ahead in

life with faith, confidence and determination, reminding them that true vision

comes from the heart and mind.

The

programme also included the honouring of retired D Staff members of Nazareth

Hospital for their dedicated service. Special recognition was given to the

academic achievements of the students. Divyanshi, one of the first students of

the institution, secured 94% in Class X in ICSE 2026 from St. Joseph's Girls'

College, Mumfordganj while Moni scored 76%. Former student Ekta Singh, inspired

the audience by securing 92% in Class XII in CBSE 2026 from Jeevan Jyoti Higher

Secondary School, Varanasi. The programme concluded with a heartfelt vote of

thanks, honouring of students and Sisters, and the National Anthem. The Annual

Day celebration left the audience deeply inspired by the courage, determination

and talents of the visually impaired girls of Divya Jyoti Niketan.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi