D. G.

Khetan International School, Malad (W)

Grades VI to IX
Date: 19/01/2024

Dear Parents,

Jai Shri Ram!

Excitement is in the air as we gear up for the grandeur of celebrating Lord Ram’s welcome to Ayodhya!

We, at DGKIS, believe in instilling cultural and moral values through spirituality. Thus, we would like all
our learners to be a part of this historic moment of ‘Pran Pratishtha of Lord Ram at Ayodhya’s Ram
Mandir’. To commemorate this occasion, celebrating our culture and tradition with togetherness and
splendor, learners of all grades will be participating in different activities.

Details of our celebration are as follows:

Date: 22 January 2024, Monday

Time: 7:00 am to 11:00 am (Half day)

Dress code:

• Grades 6 & 7 - Dress up as a character from Ramayan

• Grades 8 & 9 - Decent Indian Traditional Attire

(Strictly No Sleeveless Attire)

Here's a sneak peak into our activities:

 MORNING PRAYER: Learners will recite the Hanuman Chalisa to create an ambience of serenity.

 TO PAY HOMAGE: As our learners embark on this divine journey, they will begin the day by being a
part of the divine pooja of Lord Ram for which learners shall carry a marigold flower and a tea light
candle diya to seek blessings of the Almighty Lord Ram. The school has also organized a Havan to
ignite a sense of spiritual bliss.

 JOY OF GIVING: Learners are requested to bring and share festive snacks with their classmates.

GRADE SPECIFIC ACTIVITY

 Grade 9- Division-wise Grand Assembly by learners

 Grade 8 - Diya Decoration:

Instructions:

• Each learner will carry 4 base-coated clay diyas and decorative materials for the diyas.

• Each learner is requested to carry 4 tea light candles to light their diyas.

• These diyas will adorn the school premises to welcome Lord Ram.
 Grade 7 - Lantern Making:

Instructions:

• Each learner will make a lantern out of eco-friendly materials. They will assemble the lantern in school.

• Learners will carry the necessary materials and assemble the final lantern in school.

• The size of the final piece of Lantern should not exceed the size of an A4 size paper.

• Kindly, refrain from using inflammable materials.

• These lanterns will be displayed in school premises to welcome Lord Ram.

 Grade 6 - Toran Making:

Instructions:

• Each learner is required to carry fresh flowers, needle and thread (thick) for making the toran.

• Each learner will make a toran to decorate the school premises in order to welcome Lord Ram.

Let us unite and embrace this joyous and historic day of celebration!

Looking forward to your constant support and cooperation.

Regards,

Team DGKIS