By SK.Vyas
Jalandhar,June 13, 2020: It is a matter of immense pride that Riya Sharma of SSC-2 (Arts) of HMV Collegiate Sr. Secondary School has won consolation prize in the massive online competition “Ambassadors of Hope” launched by honorable Education Minister of Punjab Vijay Inder Singla. She has won the Consolation Prize amongst first 1000 participants. Around 18 lakh students from all over Punjab participated in this competition. Riya Sharma sang a song in her soulful voice with beautiful lyrics “Samarpan ko tere pranam, mamta ka hai tu duja naam” which she dedicated to the doctors, nurses, police and all the frontline corona warriors.
The contest was organized with the an aim to engage students in constructive activities in which students submitted a wide range of videos in the form of songs, dance performances, poems, acting, speeches, etc. The contest got overwhelming response from students all over the state. All other students who participated have also got e- certificates of participation. On this occasion, school coordinator Meenakshi Sayal congratulated Riya Sharma and the other students who participated in this event. Dr. (Mrs) Ajay Sareen appreciated the initiative taken by the students and emerging triumphantly. She also motivated students to participate in such competitions to develop confidence and gain a unique experience.