8th National Convention Of Sri Sathya Sai Schools Begins
The inaugural proceedings began with Vedic invocations by students of Sri Sathya Sai Institute, Chromepet, Chennai: Reports
ANANTAPUR: The 8th national convention of Sri Sathya Sai Schools began at Prasanthi Nilayam in Sri Sathya Sai district on Saturday, bringing together educators, school administrators, teachers and students from across the country to reaffirm Baba’s vision of Educare.
The inaugural proceedings began with Vedic invocations by students of Sri Sathya Sai Institute, Chromepet, Chennai. Delivering the welcome address, Umesh Dang, co-convenor of SSSNCS, highlighted the reach of the Sai educational movement, which has 104 schools, more than 52,000 students, 2,700 teachers and over one lakh parents across the country.
Speaking on ‘Practising Sai Philosophy’, Tribhuvan Sachdeva, convener of SSSNCS, urged educators to put Sai Baba’s teachings into practice in thought, word and deed.
Addressing the gathering, Nimish Pandya, AIP, SSSO, emphasised the relevance of the Gurukula system and the role of teachers, supported by parents, in nurturing children into individuals of integrity, wisdom and selfless service.
After the morning proceedings at the Mandir, a two-floor exhibition was inaugurated at Satsang Hall, showcasing the practical application of Bhagawan’s educational philosophy.
The first floor featured nine thematic displays by the National Council for Sri Sathya Sai Schools, covering initiatives in pre-primary education, environmental studies, guidance and communication, Veda recitation, yoga, Baba’s life and teachings, research, wellness and fitness, among other areas.
The second floor housed 21 stalls centred on the theme of ‘Independence’, exploring its physical, social, mental, emotional, psychological and spiritual dimensions.
The exhibits offered an insight into how Sai education seeks to nurture well-rounded individuals and equip students with the values, understanding and self-discipline needed to lead purposeful lives.