Chorao, August 14, 2026: The Parent-Teacher Association of Raghuvir & Premavati Salkar Higher Secondary School, Chorao, organised a Bagless Day on August 14, 2026, offering students an opportunity to step away from the conventional classroom environment and participate in a range of fun-filled, traditional and skill-based activities.
The programme featured a variety of games and competitions designed to encourage creativity, teamwork, coordination and sporting spirit among students.
One of the highlights of the event was the Coconut Shell Painting Competition, which received enthusiastic participation. Master Ismail Kukanur of XI Commerce secured the first prize, while Miss Sejal Insulkar of XI Commerce won the second prize. Miss Vedika Kandolkar of XII Arts bagged the third prize.
Traditional games added excitement to the Bagless Day celebrations. Students, teachers and guests enthusiastically participated in Tug of War and Lagori, creating an atmosphere of fun, unity and camaraderie.
Other activities included Foot Cricket, Filling Water in Bottles and Bouncing the Ball into the Bucket, which tested the participants’ coordination, concentration, agility and teamwork.
The entire event was generously sponsored by the Chief Guest, Mrs. Nina Vernekar. Prizes were distributed by the Chief Guest and other dignitaries, including Mr. Prashil Salkar, Mrs. Nita Lotlikar, Mr. Premanand Mahambare, Mr. Dilip Fondekar, and Principal Mr. Sandeep Sawal.
Addressing the gathering, Mrs. Nina Vernekar appreciated the initiative and highlighted how traditional games can help foster teamwork, unity and camaraderie among students.
Mr. Prashil Salkar shared a nostalgic moment while participating in Lagori, recalling memories from his childhood. Meanwhile, Mr. Premanand Mahambare highlighted the importance of such activities in the context of NEP 2020, which emphasises the holistic development of students and promotes learning beyond academics.
Earlier, Principal Mr. Sandeep Sawal welcomed the dignitaries and participants and appreciated the PTA for organising the Bagless Day. The programme was compered by Mrs. Luiza Pereira.
The event concluded on a joyful and memorable note, with students, teachers and guests actively participating in the various activities. The Bagless Day successfully combined learning with fun, reinforcing the values of teamwork, participation, togetherness and holistic development.
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