The festival of “Raksha Bandhan” is celebrated every year in India as a symbol of unbreakable love and trust between brothers and sisters, but this time this festival became a memorable experience for the students of Kainat International School, Kainat Nagar, Kako, Jehanabad, Bihar. This year, these students got the unique opportunity to meet Her Excellency President of India Draupadi Murmu ji and get Rakhi tied at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre.
This historic journey started the moment a special invitation from Rashtrapati Bhavan reached the students of Kainat International School. Scout Akhil Kumar, Guide Saloni Kumari, Guide Muskan Kumari and Scout Alfaz Qureshi, who were part of this tour, were feeling extremely excited and proud. They were accompanied by the Vice Principal of the school, Mrs. Shaista Sana and Founder Chairman Mr. Shakil Ahmed Kakvi.
In the grand surroundings of Rashtrapati Bhavan, all eyes were on Her Excellency President Draupadi Murmu Ji when she tied the thread of her love and blessings, Rakhi, on the wrist of Scout Alfaz Qureshi. This moment became a symbol of pride not only for Alfaz, but for the entire school and the village. This precious moment gave rise to an unspoken feeling.
During this, Akhil Kumar invited Her Excellency the President to Kainat International School, saying, “It will be the greatest honour for our school and village if you come among us and inspire the children.” His humble request touched the heart of Madam President and brought a smile on her face. On this special occasion, Saloni Kumari and Muskan Kumari presented a 66-inch-long cloth scroll with a thank you message written on it to Her Excellency the President on her 66th birth anniversary. The scroll had a thank you message from the school for the invitation to Rashtrapati Bhavan. This visit brought a special message from the students that they consider this occasion as the most valuable experience of their life.
Shakil Ahmed Kakvi, Founder Chairman, Kainat International School, Kainat Nagar, Kako, Jehanabad, Bihar said, “This visit was not just a courtesy call for the students but it was a moment to write a new chapter in their lives. This visit not only became an inspiration for them but it also sets an example for other children from rural and underprivileged areas that anything can be achieved with dedication and hard work. This visit is seen as a significant occasion in the history of the school which will inspire the students to set new dimensions in the field of education along with motivation and patriotism.”
Dr. Kahkashan Begum, Principal of the school said on the occasion, “It is a proud moment for our school that our students were able to meet the Hon’ble President at Rashtrapati Bhawan. This experience will not only help in their personality development but will also motivate them to serve the society and the nation.” Hari Shankar Kumar, District Commissioner, Bharat Scouts and Guides, Jehanabad appreciated the efforts of Kainat International School Scouts and Guides unit and said that “It is a matter of pride for the entire Scouts and Guides community that the Scouts and Guides got this opportunity to visit Rashtrapati Bhawan and meet Her Excellency the President of India. This will pave the way to encourage fellow Scouts and Guides to follow the Scouts and Guides motto “Be Prepared”.”