Anchoring for Independence Day

 

Independence Day

“At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom.” - Jawaharlal Nehru

We the Indians celebrate Independence Day with great enthusiasm and devout feelings on 15th August, the most glorious day in the annals of Indian history. We have gathered in the school ground in presence of our chief guest honourable …………………., our Principal Sir …………………, our well-wishers, all the staff members, parents and students to mark the 75th year of independence from the British rule. A very pleasant, jubilant and exuberant morning to one and all present here.

“Ask not what your country can do for you,

Ask what you can do for your country”

A true patriot is ever ready to do anything for his country. Today we remember such martyrs, such patriots who shed their sweat and blood for our country to infuse a sense of patriotism among all the countrymen.

On this special occasion, let’s begin the programme with flag hoisting followed by National Anthem. I request our Chief Guest Mr. ……………. and our Principal ………….., to unfurl the tricolour. I also request everyone to stand in attention for the National Anthem.

Flag Hoisting and National Anthem

Now I request our Principal to address the gathering appealing to their nationalist spirit and urging them to take pride in being an Indian.

Principal’s speech

Thank you sir

Best way to pay tribute to our martyrs and patriots is to know them well, follow their footsteps and enact them.

Now, let’s witness our KG kids brimming with immense enthusiasm as they parade themselves dressed up as great revolutionaries such as Bhagat Singh, Rani Laxmi bai, Chandra Shekhar Azad, Mahatma Gandhi, Jawahar Lal Nehru and Subhash Chandra Bose.

Fancy Dress Show

That was really a cute performance. Please give them a huge round of applause. 

No nation is perfect, it needs to be made perfect. Independence Day is such a big moment for all Indians to celebrate our freedom, give tribute to all the martyrs and great leaders of the country and think how we can contribute to the development of our country.

One of our friends is here with us to recall the contribution and sacrifices of great leaders. I would like to call_________ for a speech on Independence, its significance and our role in making India a progressive country, let’s welcome him/her.

Student’s Speech

Thank you ______________

Now no more delay, as nothing can stop the excited young pupils from displaying their love for the nation. They are dressed up in traditional outfits and colourful costumes depicting rich culture and heritage, traditional variety and unique diversity of India through a vibrant dance performance.

Dance Performance

I’m sure everyone wished to get up from their seats and dance. Please motivate our young dancers with a thunderous applause.

Yesterday we witnessed how the students participated in various competitions such as flag making, poem composition, T- shirt painting and rangoli making. Now it’s time to award the winners of these competitions. I request our Chief Guest…………….. to come upon the stage and felicitate the winners.

I also request our honourable chief Guest to share his vision of proud and progressive India.

Speech by Chief Guest

Thank you so much sir for enlightening and inspiring young minds.

Yoga has always been associated with peaceful and harmonious tradition of our country to build a strong physical, mental and spiritual health system within us. So, with a pledge to make a change within us and make habit of practicing yoga daily the students of classes 6 to 8 are waiting with an energetic yoga performance.

Yoga Performance      

Indeed! these were great yoga poses by the young yoga practitioners.

Now, it’s time for the most awaited part of the program, musical extravaganza which is not only fun but will also convey beautiful message to the audience, instill patriotic sentiments among young Indians and pay tribute to the martyrs.

Musical Medley of Patriotic Songs

Let’s join our hands to applaud our melodious singers.

Closing

Our nation is like a tree of which the original trunk is Swaraj and the branches are Swadeshi and Make in India.

Let us come together and march a step forward for a better and progressive country, let's respect and follow the constitution of free India with pride and honour.

With this we close the curtains of the program. I would express my sincere thanks to our chief Guest, our Principal, guests and audience for being a part of this programme and show gratitude towards our nation. I join my hands and thank my teachers who prepared the participants for the lovely program at the end I would like to thank all the participants for putting their heart and soul to present a magnificent show.

Thank you everyone.

Jai Hind, Jai Bharat

Now kindly stand in attention for National Anthem.

Farewell Programme

 

Farewell Programme

Introduction

Good morning everyone present ………………………………..

Let me begin with 'Life is a journey and we are travellers. As travellers we change places, meet new people, build new relations and most important, make beautiful memories. Once again It’s time for our principal/director to change station and meet new travellers at a new junction. As we have gathered to say goodbye to dear ............. let’s all pray for him/her successful journey ahead, healthy life and happy ventures.

Let's whisper a prayer for his/her journey ahead.

Prayer

Today is the best time to rewind those nostalgic moments and relive those golden memories, yes, the treasured times spent with our principal/director ............ I believe, every one of us is going to miss the time spent with you, sir/ma'am.

 Let’s view the powerpoint presentation and relive the moments 

PPT Presentation

Words are mightier, words live forever, especially when they are the outpouring of a heart.  I request ……………………..  to give a message on behalf of the staff.

Message

Some people have the power to guide and impact us greatly. May I now invite our manager/administrator/coordinator to convey his/her wishes on the occasion.

Farewell Speech

Thank you, Sir for your beautiful expressions.

Our admin staff is creative enough to surprise us all and talented enough to entertain. They are here on the stage with an entertaining presentation. Let’s welcome them.

Presentation by Admin staff

Thanks everyone for a beautiful performance.

Sir, as you are ready to set out on a new phase of your journey, we all have more than enough to express gratitude. May I request ................. to say his/her golden words on the occasion.

Words of Gratitude

Thank you, ......................... for such beautiful outpouring of gratitude.

We shouldn’t be dismayed by good-byes as they are simply words to say that we will miss you all dearly and that we will remember you fondly. The seeds of compassion that are sown by you, have grown into saplings that shall be taken care. The guiding words you have shared with us shall always light our way. Most importantly, the moments spent with you shall always be cherished.

Thank you everyone!

Foundation Day Anchoring

 

Foundation Day Anchoring 

(school/college/institute/company)

Introduction

A1 - Good order is the foundation of all great and successful things.

A2 - Another day, the sun rose, and it marked one of the most memorable moments for our ............ family as ................... celebrates its Foundation Day, today.

A1 - Good morning respected ………….. the chief guest, dignitaries, all the guests and invitees, and all the staff. We welcome you all to rejoice this day.  

A2 - The present day brings more cherished moments to all of us as our institute has completed 25 glorious years narrating a saga of success and pride.

Lighting of the lamp and prayer

A1 - A tall building stands firm and proud in a strong foundation. let’s begin the celebration with lighting of the lamp with a pledge to its name glowing all over the world. May I request the chief guest and the dignitaries to do the honour. 

Let's all pray for the continued success of our institution.

Welcome of the guests

A2 - We are blessed with the graceful presence of sir .............. as the chief guest of this glorious day.

A1 - I deem it my privilege to welcome our Chief Guest Mr. ...................  who has graced this auspicious occasion with his/her solemn presence.

A2 - We also welcome all the dignitaries, invities and guests among us and celebrate this day with you all. It’s tremendous joy to have you all with us on such a grand occasion. Our hearts are beaming with joy to welcome you all on the occasion.

Welcome speech

A1 - Communion with the enlightened souls is a rare opportunity and great favour as it brightens the atmosphere and enlightens the soul. We all seek wisdom and learning from our chief guest. I request sir ……………………. to come on the stage and enlighten the gathering with his words of wisdom.

A2 - Thank you sir for your blessings and the pearls of wisdom.

Musical Performance

A1 – Now, our extremely talented colleagues are here to set the stage on fire with a beautiful musical performance expressing their heart out on this glorious day.

A2 – I must say that was splendid, Isn’t it.

A1 – Indeed, let’s all give a huge round of applause.

Power Point Presentation (silver journey)

A2 - Gifted and experienced team is a pride of any institution. Our institution has been fortunate enough to have talented staff. On this auspicious occasion let’s call the pioneer members to showcase our journey along with their experience and memorable moments with us through a PPT presentation.

A1 – Thank you all. Let’s give a good round of applause.

Interview

A2 - 25 years ago, we set our sails on a voyage together and achieved milestones adding feathers in the cap. Our silver jubilee staff who retired this year. Today, we got an opportunity to come vis-à-vis with two of them. So, let me call them on the stage for a wonderful session with them.

School/College Magazine

A1 - Following the tradition of our institute let’s conclude the programme with the release of the 25th issue of our Magazine .............. This year may I request ………… to release the magazine.

Felicitation

A2 - On this proud moment of 25 years of success and pride let me invite our director/dean/principal to felicitate the committed and deserving members of our institute.

Conclusion

A1 – Coming to the close of event, I would say that such a celebration never comes to an end as it marks a new beginning. Such beautiful occasion has become even more memorable with gracious presence of our distinguished guests and lovely audience.

A2 – So before we conclude, let me call upon …………………………. to propose the vote of thanks.