Vijay Diwas is observed in every year on December 16 as a mark of victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war that also led to the creation of Bangladesh.
History
The 1971 Indo-Pak war lasted for almost 13 days and ended on December 16. Pakistan's Army General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi surrendered before the Indian Army and Mukti-Bahini leading to the creation of a new state in India's east called Bangladesh. Gen. Niazi surrendered along with his 93,000 Pakistani troops. Bangladesh also celebrates its Independence Day (Bijoy Diwas) on December 16 annually. Since then, the day is observed as Vijay Diwas.
Importance
On this day, the nation pays tribute to brave soldiers of India and Bangladesh who laid down their lives in the line of duty and those who took part in the Liberation War.
The 'liberation war' in the then East Pakistan was initiated after Pakistan ill-treated its Bengali speaking population and undermined elections results in the region. The then Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had expressed India's full support for the liberation war in Bangladesh.
The then Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, extended her full support to the liberation struggle of (East Pakistan) Bangladesh that helped it to become a free nation.
The 1971 Indo-Pak war lasted for almost 13 days and ended on December 16. On this day, the nation pays tribute to brave soldiers of India and Bangladesh who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
According to reports, there were reports of a massacre of Bengali especially Hindus by the Pakistan army. At least 10 million people were forced to migrate to India during the war. Other reports also suggested that the iconic Taj Mahal was camouflaged by leaves during the war to save it from any Pakistani attacks.
'Swarnim Vijay Varsh'
This year also completes 50 years of India’s victory over Pakistan. The government is organising 'Swarnim Vijay Varsh' programme where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and defence minister Rajnath Singh will also mark their presence. The event will be organised at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.
World Population Day is celebrated annually on 11 July to focus attention on the urgency and importance of population issues.
The Day was established by the then-Governing Council of the UN Development Programme in 1989, an outgrowth of the interest generated by the Day of Five Billion, which was observed on 11 July 1987. By resolution 45/216 of December 1990, the UN General Assembly decided to continue observing World Population Day to enhance awareness of population issues, including their relations to the environment and development.
The Day was first marked on 11 July 1990 in more than 90 countries.
P N Panicker, the father of Library and Literacy Movement in Kerala is an eminent personality, who was the pillar behind the socio- cultural rebirth in Kerala. P N Panicker Foundation, the mother organization of P N Panicker Vigyan Vikas Kendra was established during the Sathabhishek year under the Chairmanship of Justice V R Krishna Iyer to spearhead developmental issues focusing on inclusive growth in tune with the technological advancement
Honouring the father of the ‘Library Movement in Kerala’, the late P.N.Panicker, since 1996, the State Government has been celebrating 19th June as the Day of Reading and following week as the Reading Week.
The initiative commenced in collaboration with P.N.Panicker Foundation, transformed into a mass movement, paving the way for the launch of Reading Mission 2022, various activities of this mission, to be implemented in School, libraries and academic institutions.
In light of the above, Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara (Library Dept.) is also going to conduct the following activity to implement the Reading Day 2022.
Yoga is a trend that has been flourishing from the years; rather this has become a trendsetter in maintaining both physical and mental well-being. Each Yogic activity is a key to improving flexibility, strength, balance and attaining harmony.
The present resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic has added stress and anxiety among the people. The disease and isolation are not only affecting a patient's physical health but also taking a toll on the psychological or emotional health (and even that of his family members).
Common Yoga Protocol has been designed with the consensus of all the experts. CYP comprises day-to-day Yoga practice for the masses to reap all the benefits of Yoga. The protocol intends to create general awareness among the masses to attain peace, harmony and well-being through Yoga practices e.g. Yoga Nidra, Pranayama, Dhyan, etc. Enjoy the videos of the best Yoga sessions, keep learning and continue to reap the benefits of Yoga practices.
KV NPGC Nabinagar also celebrating the 7th International Yoga Day with great sprite.
Organizing a quiz for creating more awareness among the students, parents & teachers.You all are requested to click on the given link and attend the quiz.
Children’s movies are an excellent tool for educating students. Movies are very useful to show students different cultures, to teach them history, accustom them to fundamental and moral values, and show them how to think in a simple and entertaining way. For children, it is considered to be more important to create a love of reading, which in many ways is correct. Movies, however, are an excellent option to compliment a child’s education. Both audio and visual media are great ways to capture a child’s attention and slowly introduce new ideas and contents.
Children’s movies
Library Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara brings a collection of popular Children’s movies. You may simply click on the link given below and enjoy learning through watching…..
