Poetry competitions to national anthem in sign language: How Noida marked Independence Day
Even as several schools and institutions celebrated Independence Day in unique ways, patriotism took on an inclusive hue at DPS GBN where over 700 students sang the national anthem while a portion of them simultaneously performed it in sign language.
"Our interpreter teaches all other students the language so that no one feels excluded. This is the first time we arranged the anthem in sign language," the principal said.
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From classrooms to hospital wards, the spirit of freedom swept across the city on Friday as schools and healthcare institutions celebrated Independence Day with fervour and innovation.
A group of citizens participated in a march carrying a 300-foot Indian flag, starting from Noida Stadium in Sector 21.
At the Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), the director urged young citizens to blend skill with compassion.
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Special awards were given to the staff for exemplary service — from improving patient care to averting a fire incident — and to soldiers associated with the hospital for their dedication.
Director at GIMS Brig Rakesh Kumar said, "The programme began with the flag hoisting, cultural performances and speeches under the theme Naya Bharat, echoing the govt's vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. The institute paid tribute to the hospital staff and frontline workers who did commendable jobs throughout the year."
Govt schools across the district, including Primary School Nithari, Junior High School Chhijarsi and Government Girls Inter College, opened briefly for celebrations on the instructions of the basic education department.
Students participated in patriotic songs, poetry recitations and quiz contests with prizes distributed to winners.
A teacher at a primary school in Ghaziabad, said, "The theme of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav resonated through all events, reinforcing that independence is as much about unity and responsibility as it is about freedom. Earlier throughout the week, children celebrated the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, proudly waving the tricolour, promising to uphold the values for which the nation's freedom fighters struggled."
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