Swami Dayanand Jayanti 2024: School Cultural Program Plan

Theme: "Awakening the Spirit of Arya Samaj: Reviving Vedic Values in Modern Times"

Objective:

• To commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Dayanand Saraswati.
• To educate students about his life, teachings, and contributions to society.
• To foster an appreciation for Vedic values and social reform.

Date:

• As Swami Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti 2024 on February 24th 2024

Program Outline:

• Opening Ceremony (30 minutes):
  • Welcome address by the principal or a senior teacher.
  • Garlanding of Swami Dayanand Saraswati's portrait.
  • Recitation of Vedic mantras.
  • A short speech highlighting Swami Dayanand's life and philosophy.
• Cultural Program (1 hour 30 minutes):
  • Skits: Dramatizations of key events from Swami Dayanand's life or his teachings (e.g., his advocacy for women's education, his opposition to social evils).
  • Recitations: Students reciting excerpts from the Vedas or Swami Dayanand's writings.
  • Songs: Devotional or patriotic songs that reflect the spirit of his teachings.
  • Dance performances: Classical or folk dances that convey themes of social reform or Vedic values.
  • Speeches/Debates: Students presenting speeches or participating in debates on relevant topics, such as the importance of education or social equality.
• Closing Ceremony (30 minutes):
  • Prize distribution for participants.
  • Vote of thanks.
  • National anthem.