Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Vallioor celebrated Guru Purnima on 29th July 2026 at the school premises with the participation of 930 students and staff. The programme was presided over by Smt. S. Esakkiammal (Devi), Principal, VKV MHSS, Vallioor, and Dr. P. Saritha Kumari, Head of the Department of Commerce, Sree Devi Kumari Women's College, attended as the Chief Guest.
The programme commenced with a prayer song, followed by the traditional lighting of the lamp and the welcome address. A graceful Bharatanatyam performance added cultural elegance to the celebration. Smt. T. Aishwarya delivered an inspiring speech in Tamil on the significance of Guru Purnima, emphasizing the importance of respecting and expressing gratitude to teachers. Smt. G. Kowsalya addressed the gathering in English, highlighting the vital role of teachers in shaping the lives and character of students.
The Tamil translation of Mananeeya Nivedita Didi's Guru Purnima message was read by Smt. M. Subbulakshmi, conveying the ideals of Guru Bhakti. Smt. Maribala, Teacher, guided the students through the Padha Pooja ceremony in Tamil, after which the students performed Padha Pooja as a mark of reverence and gratitude to their teachers.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. P. Saritha Kumari inspired the students to honour their teachers, lead disciplined lives, and uphold noble values. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks and Kendra Prarthana. The celebration served as a meaningful tribute to the Guru–Shishya tradition, reinforcing the timeless values of gratitude, discipline, and respect for teachers.
