Lucknow: The Senior School Founders’ Day at Seth M.R. Jaipuria School unfolded as a reflective, immersive and spiritually charged celebration, bringing together philosophy, performance and powerful messages on growth and consciousness. From Sanskrit recitations to contemporary reflections on curiosity and purpose, the event showcased the school’s commitment to holistic education.
The morning began with a serene presentation of Sundarkand in Sanskrit, performed with remarkable composure by senior students. The live chanting of chaupais added a devotional resonance, transforming the auditorium into a space of calm introspection. The spiritual tone set by the recital carried through the rest of the programme, creating an atmosphere of quiet dignity.
In his address, Vice Chairman Shreevats Jaipuria Sir spoke about the urgent need for curiosity in a rapidly changing world. “Curiosity is no longer a luxury. It is survival,” he emphasised. “Be curious enough to learn new skills, curious enough to unlearn old beliefs and curious enough to ask yourself—what if I am wrong? When you stay curious, you continue a 5,000-year-old Indian tradition of inquiry and exploration.”
The event was graced by Guests of Honour Kanak Gupta, Director of Jaipuria Schools, and Dr. Kum Kum Dhar, acclaimed Kathak exponent, whose presence added artistic gravitas to the occasion.
In one of the most thought-provoking moments of the day, Vice Chairperson Anjali Jaipuria explored the theme of inner evolution. “We are here for moments of awakening—when information becomes knowledge and knowledge becomes wisdom,” she said. Drawing from Sri Aurobindo’s philosophy, she explained evolution as an ongoing process, not a phenomenon of the distant past. “We now stand at the threshold of the next leap—from mind to higher consciousness. And this evolution is no longer automatic; it needs our participation and our collaboration with the Shakti that works through us.”
Speaking about purpose and self-transformation, Principal Promini Chopra Ma’am noted, “Every development we see exists because someone lived with a clear purpose. If education does not help children understand that they need an aim in life, it fails its own purpose. Purpose must be recognised and consciously pursued.”
One of the artistic highlights of the programme was Divya Shakti, envisioned from Sri Aurobindo’s The Mother. Narrated by Anjali Jaipuria Ma’am herself, the presentation blended symbolism and movement to explore the journey toward higher consciousness. Its meditative pace and luminous simplicity made it a deeply stirring experience for the audience.
The theatrical production Genius of India celebrated the nation’s intellectual, cultural and spiritual legacy. The play moved fluidly across eras—honouring the wisdom of Kalidas and Sister Nivedita, the vision of Sri Aurobindo, and the achievements of contemporary icons like Mithali Raj, Virat Kohli, Shreya Ghoshal, Kalpana Chawla, Lata Mangeshkar and several others. The narrative echoed the belief that every generation contributes its own radiance to India’s unfolding story.
The programme concluded with Udhav Utsav, a contemplative dance performance exploring themes of connection, longing and surrender. With soft Sufi undertones and restrained choreography, the dancers delivered a piece marked by grace and emotional depth, leaving the audience in quiet reflection.
The Senior School Founders’ Day stood out not only for its artistic brilliance but also for its profound message: that evolution—whether personal, intellectual or spiritual—requires awareness, purpose and the courage to transform.
