Meritorious students of Vidarbha felicitated
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Organised by UCN Network, the event aimed at promoting holistic development among school students.
The programme began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony and saw participation from over 50 schools across the region. Along with top performers in academics, students excelling in sports and extra-curricular activities were also honoured. A highlight of the event was the inter-school quiz contest 'Battle of Brilliance', won by Mount Litera Zee School.
Notable dignitaries present included police commissioner Ravinder Singal, IAS officer Vinayak Mahamuni, cricketer Akshay Wadkar, Dr DP Kothari, Dr Rajeev Mohta, Dr Nikunj Pawar, and UCN Directors Jagdish Paliya and Ajay Khamankar. Singal urged students to stay focused and avoid negative influences, while Dr Pawar gave a live CPR demo.
Exciting prizes like an EV bike, inverter, bicycle, and electronic items were given away through lucky draws and contests. The event concluded on a high note, inspiring students to strive for excellence in all spheres.
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