Jammu, Dec 08 (KNS): National Conference Provincial President Devender Singh Rana on Friday stressed the crucial need of building consciousness, developing understanding of literature and promoting sports among youngsters, who he described as architects of the nation and the state.
“Teachers will have to work overtime and with a sense of missionary spirit to explore the potential of students, as per their   aptitude and help sharpen this by ensuing best possible counseling”, Rana said at the Award Function, organized by Diocese of Jammu Srinagar Education Society to honour the winners of the Diocesan level Inter School Cultural, Literary and Sports Competititons-2017 at Carmel Convent Higher Secondary School, Kunjwani.
Most Rev Ivan Pereira, Bishop of Jammu-Srinagar Diocese and President Diocese of Jammu-Srinagar Education Society was the Guest of Honour at the function.
Rana also urged the students to participate in extra-curricular activities alongside academics in a big way, saying in the present competitive world the young people must attain versatility that alone can place them in good stead. “Given the openings and opportunities available in the fast changing world, sky is the limit for young to scale”, he said and hoped that the students will not let any opportunity go unexplored. In this context, he also solicited close synergy between teachers and parents, especially at the grooming age of students, to work for their overall development.
“While parents and teachers can be facilitators, ultimate choice of choosing the field of activity lies with children as per their aptitude”, Rana, who was the Chief Guest at the function, said, adding that parental support makes a real difference.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
The Provincial President complimented the Diocese of Jammu-Srinagar Education Society for expanding reach of quality education in the nook and corner of the State, hoping this odyssey will continue. He said private sector was lending a much needed support in the field of education, which does not only benefit students but also promotes competition among various institutions to excel in their pursuits.
Dwelling upon the event, Rana said he was impressed to know the achievements registered by students in the disciplines of literature, sports and cultural activities. He said these pursuits imbibe spirit of camaraderie among the people that is pivotal for harmonious growth of the society. He said inter-school activates help the participants to benefit from one others’ experiences that ultimately sharpen their skills and generates spirit of competition.
Rana congratulated the achievers with a word to do better in years to come. He hoped their achievements will serve as inspiration to other students to participate in these activities and give their best to bring laurels for themselves and their schools.
On the occasion, achievers from 23 schools of the Jammu Region displayed the mementoes, certificates and medals received for their distinguished performances in various events. Parents, teachers and prominent citizens were also present to witness the cultural programme, depicting diversity of the state. The audience gave a huge applause to each performance.
Rana complimented the participants for their scintillating performance.
Among others, Rev Father Jose Vadakkel, Vice President, Rev Father Antony Peppin, Chairman, Father Domminee (PRO), Father Chaeko and the Principal of the School graced the occasion. (KNS)