Investiture Ceremony and Democratic Student Council Election Held at Ganga International School

Harjiit Singh Khanuri, May 25

A grand Investiture Ceremony and democratic student council election process was successfully conducted at Ganga International School, Dhabhi Gujran with great enthusiasm and active participation from students of Classes VIII to XII. The event aimed at nurturing leadership qualities, demo- cratic values, discipline, con- fidence, and responsibility among students.

The election process for the posts of Head Boy and Head Girl was carried out through a complete democratic sys- tem. Students were given practical training regarding the importance of voting and the functioning of elections. The selection process was based on multiple rubrics including voting, academic performance, speeches, and interviews. Through this activity, students learned the significance of democracy and responsible leadership.

During the second phase of the process, candidates deliv- ered speeches expressing their ideas, future plans for the school, and commitment towards maintaining disci- pline and bringing positive changes in the institution. Thereafter, a panel of teach- ers including Mr. Gurnam Singh, Ms. Amritpal Kaur and Ms. Manpreet Kaur conduct- ed interviews to assess the candidates’ confidence, logi- cal thinking, communication skills, and leadership abili- ties.

After the successful comple- tion of voting and counting of votes under Mr. Ranjeet Singh and Ms. Vishavjeet Kaur, the results were officially announced by Director Principal Mam Ms. Reena Cheema.

Following a tough and com- petitive contest, Ishmeet Singh of Class XII Science was elected as Head Boy, while Prabhjot Kaur of Class XII Commerce was elected as Head Girl. For the deputy posts, candidates were selected through interviews. Armaan Singh of Class XI Commerce was chosen as Deputy Head Boy, whereas Parvjot Kaur of Class XI Science was appointed as Deputy Head Girl.

During the Investiture Ceremony, the elected coun- cil members were honoured with badges and sashes. In addition to the main council posts, House Captains, Vice Captains, Sports Captains, and Prefects of all four hous- es — Alaknanda House, Bhagirathi House, Gangotri House, and Mandakini House — were also conferred with badges.

Director Principal Mam administered the oath of office to all the chosen digni- taries and encouraged them to discharge their responsi- bilities with sincerity, disci- pline, dedication, and integri- ty. Vice Principal Mr. Ishant Pahwa, Coordinators Mr. Ajit Kumar, Ms. Amritpal Kaur, and Ms. Rajdeep Kaur, along with Activity Incharges Ms.Sushma Rani and Ms. Manpreet Kaur, played an important role in conducting the election process and con- ferring badges upon the stu- dents. Ms. Pratima, Md. Aijaz Khan and Mr. Gurtej Singh also contributed significantly towards the smooth prepara- tion and successful execution of the entire process.