Samanwaya-2021: Inter MGM Fest concludes with valedictory ceremony

Bhilai, Nov 30:

MGM Inter-school Fest Cultural Fiesta 2021, hosted by St Thomas College, virtually drew to a close in a spectacular manner with the Valedictory ceremony. The mega event saw the participation of 1150 students from 30 schools belonging to 8 states. The ceremony commenced with a fervent prayer to the almighty God presented by the students of MGM HSS Gayatri Nagar, Raipur. The motto of Cultural Fiesta- Samanvay was to foster creativity, critical thinking and moral values among the students. The weeklong cultural and literary events held online comprised of Dance, Song, Poem recitation, Logo Designing, Creative Tagline, Fancy dress, Best out of Waste, Storytelling, Quiz, Coding and Science Model Competition. These competitions provided ample opportunity for the students of MGM Group of Institutions to prepare themselves for real life and thereby to strengthen their personal skills. Fr Dr Joshi Varghese, Diocesan Education Officer of MGM Group of Institutions and Administrator, St Thomas College, heartily welcomed all the Schools, Participants and Dignitaries present for the ceremony. Elaborating on the week-long Fest Fr Joshi stated that though pandemic has disrupted many avenues of life, but it was an opportunity to revamp the education sector. Most of the curricular and co -curricular activities migrated to the digital platform. Sharing his happiness he stated that the online MGM Cultural Fest proved blessing in disguise, as it witnessed maximum participation of the students from different schools. He also announced about the launch of digital repository, MGM Smart Project, Online availability of MGM magazine, Darpan and to resumption of Logos Olympiad for MGM Group of Institutions. HG Dr Joseph Mar Dionysius Metropolitan, the Director of Diocesan Mission Education Board, delivered the Presidential Address. Expressing the exuberance of the young participants on the Cultural Fest, His grace said that MGM Fest was instrumental in bringing all the Institutions of MGM under one umbrella and nurturing fraternity among the staff and students. Applauding all, His Grace said that the Fest was replete with the moments of sharing and togetherness. Tamradhwaj Sahu, Minister of Home Affairs, CG was invited as the Chief Guest for the Valedictory Ceremony. Minister said that it was commendable that amidst the challenges of pandemic, the MGM Group of Institutions has taken the initiative to engage students in Cultural Fest and focused on the overall development of students. Shahnawaz, IAS, Principal Director of School Education Govt of Nagaland, guest of honour lauded the efforts taken by the MGM Group of Institutions to connect with students of MGM Schools of different states. It was indeed a learning experience for all the students and Teachers. Results of the various Literary and Cultural events were announced virtually by Dr Susan R Abraham (Head, Dept of Management).
MGM Sr Sec School won the championship while MGM English School Rourkela became the runner up. MGM Public School Bhilai bagged the trophy for the 2nd runner up. The Valedictory ceremony was marked by incredible dance performances by the students of MGM HSS, Rourkela, St Mary’s Jabalpur, MGM Public School Bhilai, Mar Baselios Vidya Bhavan, Bhilai, MGM Sr SS, Sector-6. The students of MGM Sr SS, Sector-6, enthralled the audience with their group song. Dr Shubha Diwan encapsulated the entire event and conducted the program. Rev Fr Reji C Varghese, Principal, MGM HSS, Bokaro proposed vote of thanks and expressed gratitude to all who were behind the smooth conduct of MGM Fest Samanvay -2021. Rev Fr Thomas Ramban, Diocesan Secretary St Thomas Mission, Rev Fr Jose K Varghese, Rev Fr Aju K Varghese, treasurer, St Thomas Mission, Dr MG Roymon, Principal St Thomas College, Office Bearers of Diocesan Education Board St Thomas Mission, and Convenor of the MGM Fest Samanvay-2021 Dr Jayasree Balasubramanian (Head, Dept of Zoology) were present for the Valedictory Ceremony. The entire technical support of the MGM Fest was managed by Michael Fernandez and his team.