Awareness Programs

Date: 1st September 2026

Three awareness programs were organised in the Vivekananda Kendra Zilla Parishad Vidyalaya, Pahalgaon to educate and sensitise the students on important issues related to child protection, health and well-being.

The first programme was conducted by the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), North & Middle Andaman. The resource persons, Smt. Shilpita Biswas, Social Worker, DCPU and Shri Priyatan Kumar, Protection Officer (NIC), DCPU, spoke about the role and functions of DCPU, child rights and child marriage. The session helped students understand their basic rights and the importance of child protection.

The second awareness programe was conducted by Dr. Priyanka, R.P. Hospital, along with Kritika Chander, MO (Homoeo) PHC, on balanced diet, nutrition, health and hygiene. A mental health and telemedicine awareness talk was also conducted, highlighting the importance of maintaining good physical and mental health.

The third programe was conducted by the Integrated Rehabilitation Centre for Addicts (IRCA), North & Middle Andaman, session took by Shri Alex Minj Counselor IRCA, focusing on drug abuse and its prevention. Students were made aware of the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraged to adopt a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.

The programs were informative and interactive, helping students develop greater awareness about their rights, health, mental well-being and the harmful effects of substance abuse.

Shraddhanjali Karyakram

Date: 31st August 2026

Venue: Vivekananda Kendra Zilla Parishad Vidyalaya (VKZPV), Pahalgaon

Program: Shraddhanjali Karyakram in loving remembrance of Mananeeya Sri A. Balakrishnanji.

Participants: 374 students, 18 teaching staff and 6 supporting staff.

Presence: Principal Sir and Shri M. V. Manikam Pillai, SMC Chairperson.

Morning Assembly

- Nisha Didi presented the Jeevan Parichay of Mananeeya Sri A. Balakrishnanji.

- Shraddhanjali: 374 students offered solemn Shraddhanjali with devotion.

Evening Program

- The Program began with Omkar and Shanti Path.

- Papia Didi presented his Jeevan Parichay and contribution.

- Remembrance Address: The SMC Chairperson shared his thoughts and remembered his ideals.

- Geeta chanting was performed with devotion.

-  Ritik Bhaiya delivered a heartfelt Shraddhanjali speech.

-  Nisha Didi shared her association with him at APS and his inspiring values.

- Staff members and the SMC Chairperson offered Pushpanjali.

- “Shri Ram Jaya Ram” was chanted eleven times.

- The Program concluded with the Shanti Mantra, reflecting reverence and gratitude.

Capacity Building Programme

 A Capacity Building Program was jointly organised for the teachers of Vivekananda Kendra Zilla Parishad Vidyalaya, Pahalgaon and Vivekananda Kendra Zilla Parishad Vidyalaya, Basantipur on 20 August 2026 at VKZPV Basantipur.

The program was conducted by Sir Ravindra Godbole and focused on toy making as a teaching-learning aid. Teachers from both schools actively participated in the activity and explored creative ways to use toys for making classroom learning more interesting and effective. They also shared their experiences and ideas.

The program was informative, creative and enriching for all the participating teachers.