Top Ranking Pilani School JMA Celebrates Gandhi Jayanti International Day of Non-Violence

Smt Jamuna Mishra Academy JMA was established in the year 2004 at Pilani which is considered as Oasis in the desert state of Rajasthan. JMA Alumni are pursuing higher education in various institutions which include Institution of Eminence BITS Pilani and Banasthali Vidyapith which is not only in various Quacquarelli Symonds QS Rankings but also in Times Higher Education THE World Rankings as one among the best 3 - 4% global universities and Second Best Women’s University in the world.

For the school which has established a rich tradition of celebrating various days of national and international importance, observing Gandhi Jayanti is much more than a routine. Who else but the Mahatma could have said "Non-violence is the greatest force at the disposal of mankind. It is mightier than the mightiest weapon of destruction devised by the ingenuity of man." Year 2021 marks 152 years of Gandhiji birthday. Befittingly, the International Day of Non-Violence is marked on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence.

The message of UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres for the occasion goes as “Hatred, division and conflict have had their day. It's time to usher in a new era of peace, truth and tolerance. On this International Day of Non-Violence -Gandhi's birthday - let's heed his message of peace and commit to building a better future for all.” Incidentally 02 October also marks birthday of Sri Lal Bahadur Sastri who is a tall leader not measured by height but by achievements.

Despite the pandemic and restrictions in place, Team JMA Pilani under the guidance of Chairman Dr Suman Mishra who had from USA and Principal Mrs Booma Natarajan made elaborate arrangements to ensure that the occasion was celebrated in the best possible manner. Trained by the music teacher on war footing, JMA Choir rendered with great passion the favorite bhajans of Gandhiji such as Vaisnav janto, Ram Dhun Raghupathi Raghav Rajaram along with Hey Ram, Payoji Mene and Suraj Ki Gharmise.

JMA Chairman Dr Suman Mishra and Principal Mrs Booma Natarajan offered floral tributes to the two leaders on this occasion and congratulated the teachers and staff for making the celebrations truly unforgettable. There was a loud round of applause for the school choir. When the celebrations concluded, students and teachers of JMA were seen with beaming faces and pride that they were indeed part of an institution which is a shining jewel in the crown among the schools at Pilani.

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Mrs Booma Natarajan, M.Sc., M.A., B.Ed.
Principal, Jamuna Mishra Academy – JMA
Pilani Rajasthan 333031 India
Phone 91-1596-242314
Email booma_pilani at yahoo.co.in
Website: http://www.jmapilani.org/Default.aspx
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About JMA Pilani: Jamuna Mishra Academy - JMA Pilani is a Co-educational English Medium School with Experienced Teachers, Spacious Classrooms and Modern Amenities designed to impart Quality Education combined with All Round Personality Development and lay the Best Foundation for the Child’s Future. While the school admits both boys and girls, the girl student enrollment has been steadily rising every year and is presently nearly 50% of the total strength. Right from its inception, JMA Pilani has embarked on a rich tradition of celebrating various days of national and international significance and festivals which makes it a cut above the rest schools in Pilani. The school has for boys and girls Scout and NCC, girls’ band which has been winning laurels every year. NCC cadets of JMA Pilani have also been selected for participation in Republic Day Camp RDC and Shivaji Trail Trek. Yoga, Karate, Painting and Music are not just part of school routine but a way of life for the students. It is a matter of great pride that JMA Pilani is referred popularly as the School with 100% Results on account of outstanding results year after year in Board of Secondary Education Rajasthan RBSE Class X and Class 12.
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