15 -16 OCTOBER 2015
Non-violence is the greatest force at the disposal of mankind. It is mightier than the mightiest weapon of destruction, devised by the ingenuity of man. This was the message that echoed throughout the two-day Gandhi Peace Convention at Ahlcon International School Mayur Vihar Phase I, Delhi 91.
DAY 1
The lighting of the lamp gave an auspicious start to the two-day Convention, followed by the presidential address by Prof. M M Verma, President of Interfaith Foundation India. The Keynote address was given by Prof. S M Sajid, Jamia Millia Islamia. Later, the Guests of Honor Dr Radha Bhatt, Dr Lal Utreja interacted with the students and gave them valuable insights on the theme. The chief guest of the day was Hon’ble Shri H K Dua, who shared some very interesting anecdotes with the students and exhorted them to imbibe Gandhian values. Later, during the day, Maj. Gen. P K Saighal (Retd.) addressed the gathering and instilled the spark of self-belief in young minds. Dr Alok Bajpai, a noted Gandhian and Psychiatrist, IIT, Kanpur steered the session towards the need of developing mental resilience. Declamation competition was also organized that gave the students a chance to express their thoughts. Eloquent speakers, from among the students, were duly rewarded.
DAY 2
It was a splendid morning of valediction to the occasion. It was an event, which celebrated Bapu’s greatness, life and philosophy. The second day of the convention began with the opening remarks by Prof M.M. Verma. He spoke about the relevance of Gandhian thought and philosophy in today’s World. The distinguished panelists, who have treaded the path shown by the Mahatma, were Mr SN Sahu, Joint Secretary, Rajya Sabha. Prof. Surendra Pathak, Director Research, IASE University and Ezekiel Isaac Malekar, the head of the Jewish community, graced the occasion. After the Memento presentation, began the interactive session on the theme of ‘Exploring Gandhi’. About 20 schools participated in the interactive session. Thought provoking and searching questions were asked, which the panelists sought to answer. Later, the Valedictory Session was chaired by Prof. MM Verma. Dr A Annamalai, Prof. Hema Raghavan, and Dr Rohini Ahuwalia highlighted different aspects of Gandhian thoughts and practices. Mr Arif Md. Khan, former Union Minister, was the Chief Guest of the session. He explained the cultural roots of Gandhi’s philosophy.
The Convention reiterated the significance of the Gandhian way of life in the young minds. The Gandhi Peace Convention brought Gandhian values close to the students. “Our young students have the potential to be the change they want”, said Principal Ashok Pandey of Ahlcon International School.
Program
Gandhi Peace Convention |
Thursday 15 Oct. 2015 |
Inaugural Session 9:00-11:00 am |
Chief Guest |
Hon’ble HK Dua, Member Rajya Sabha & Former Editor, Hindustan Times, Former Editor-in-Chief, Indian Express |
Guests of Honor |
Prof. SM Sajid, Former Pro-VC, Jamia Millia Islamia
(Keynot Address)
Dr Radha Bhatt, President, Gandhi Peace Foundation
Dr Laj Utreja, A scholar from USA |
Chair |
Prof. MM Verma, President, Interfaith Foundation India
Chair, Religious Harmony, IASE (D) University, Rajasthan |
Vote of Thanks |
Ashok Pandey, Principal Ahlcon International School |
Declamation Contest 11:15-2:15 Pm |
Judges |
Maj. Gen. PK Saighal (Retd.)
Dr MD Thomas
Dr Alok Bajapee
Mr Ezekiel Issac Malekar, Rabbi |
Friday 16 Oct. 2015 |
Workshop 9:30 - 11:30am |
Experts |
Mr SN Sahu, Joint Secretary Rajya Sabha
Prof. Surendra Pathak
Mr Ezekiel Issac Malekar, Rabbi |
Valedictory Session 11:45 – 2:15 pm |
Chief Guest |
Mr Arif Mohd. Khan, Former Union Minister |
Guests of Honour |
Dr Rohini Ahuwalia, Chairperson Ahlcon International School
Mr A. Annamalai, Director Gandhi National Museum & Lib
Prof. Hema Raghavan, Former Principal Gargi College (DU) |
Chair |
Prof. MM Verma |
Report |
Principal Ashok Pandey |
Vote of Thanks |
Ahlcon International School |
Gandhi Peace Convention 15 October 2015
Day 1Inauguration CeremonyVenue- School Auditorium
Time: 09.00am-11.00am
Programme Schedule |
Welcome of the Guests |
09.00am-09.45am |
Lamp Lighting |
09.45am-09.50am |
Memento Presentation |
09.50am-09.55am |
All Faith Prayer |
09.55am-10.00am |
Welcome Address by the Chair-Prof.M M Verma |
10.00am-10.05am |
Keynote Address by Prof. S M Sajid |
10.05am-10.15am |
Address by the Guests of Honour: |
10.15am-10.35am |
Dr. Radha Bhatt |
Dr. Lal Utreja |
Address by the Chief Guest-Hon’ble Shri H K Dua |
10.35am-10.45am |
Conclusion by the Chair-Prof.MM Verma |
10.45am-10.55am |
Vote of Thanks by the Principal |
10.55am-11.00am |
Mr. Ashok Kr. Pandey |
Tea Break for the Guests |
11.00am-11.15am |
Declamation CompetitionTime: 11.15am-1.50 pmProgram Schedule |
Welcome of the Guests |
11.15am-11.30am |
Memento Presentation |
11.30am-11.35am |
Opening Remarks by the Chair Maj. Gen. P K Saighal (Retd.) |
11.35am-11.40am |
Address by Dr. AlokBajpai |
11.40am-11.50am |
Declamation Competition Begins |
11.50am-1.35pm |
Conclusion by the Chair &Result Declaration by Maj. Gen. P K Saighal |
1.35pm- 1.45pm |
Vote of thanks by the Vice Principal Ms. SangitaMaliwal |
1.45pm-1.50pm |
Lunch |
1.50pm onwards |
Judges for the Declamation Competition Dr. AlokBajapee
Mr. Ezekiel IssacMalekar,Rabbi
Dr. M D Thomas |
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Day 2WorkshopTime: 9.30am-11.30am
Programme Schedule |
Welcome of the Guests |
9.30am-9.45am |
Memento Presentation |
9.45am-9.50am |
Opening Remarks by the Chair-Prof.M M Verma |
9.50am-10.00am |
Address by the Experts - |
10.00am-11.00am |
Prof. J S Rajput |
Mr. S N Sahu |
Prof. Surendra Pathak |
Question and Answer Session |
11.00am-11.25am |
Vote of Thanks by Convention Coordinator – |
11.25am-11.30am |
Ms. Ekta Kandhari |
Tea Break |
11.30am-11.45am |
ValedictoryTime: 11.45-2.15pm
Programme Schedule |
Welcome of the Guests |
11.45am-12.30am |
Memento Presentation |
12.30pm-12.35pm |
Opening Remarks by Chair-Prof. MM Verma |
12.35pm-12.45pm |
Address by the Guests of Honour- |
12.45pm-1.10pm |
Mr. A. Annamalai |
Prof. Hema Raghavan |
Report of the Convention by the student |
1.10pm-1.20pm |
Address by the Chief Guest-Mr. Arif Mohd. Khan |
1.20pm-1.25pm |
Result declaration and Prize distribution by Prof. MM Verma |
1.25pm- 1.40pm |
Cultural Programme |
1.40pm-1.55pm |
Vote of Thanks By the Principal - |
1.55pm-2.00pm |
Mr. Ashok Kr. Pandey |
Lunch |
2.00pm onwards |
Photo Gallery
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