Social Changemaker
Goals, Grit and Glory
Saamajik Ganit
CBSE CLASS 10 & CLASS 12 EXAMINATION DATE SHEET 2026
1st National Summit on the Elimination of Cervical Cancer in India
Delhi Public School R.K. Puram earned significant recognition at the 1st National Summit on the Elimination of Cervical Cancer in India, held from 16th to 18th January 2026 at AIIMS, New Delhi, by securing the First Runner-Up and Second Runner-Up positions in the Youth Parliament segment of the summit.
The three-day national-level event brought together leading clinicians, researchers, policymakers, public health experts, and youth delegates from across the country to deliberate on evidence-based strategies aligned with the WHO 90–70–90 targets for cervical cancer elimination. The summit featured expert lectures, panel discussions, workshops, policy dialogues, and interactive sessions focused on HPV vaccination, screening, early diagnosis, treatment, and community-level implementation.
On the third day, DPS R.K. Puram actively participated in the Innovation Challenge, where the team presented their ideas and solutions addressing cervical cancer prevention and awareness. This was followed by participation in the Youth Parliament titled “Cervical Cancer–Free India by 2030: Myth or Reality?”. The school team, comprising Ahaan Chopra (XI-F) and Kavin Chaudhary (XI-V), demonstrated strong analytical, presentation, and oratory skills, earning them the Second Runner-Up and First Runner-Up trophies, respectively.
The team was mentored by Ms. Niva Chhonkar, Head of the Department of Biology, and Ms. Kajal Sethi, whose guidance was instrumental in their achievement.
Fire Awareness Demonstration
“Fire safety is everyone’s responsibility.”
As an initiative to train students on disaster preparedness, the Department of Geography organised a “Fire Awareness Demonstration” for the students of class IX on 11th February, 2026 in the open premises of the assembly ground. The team from Delhi Fire Services viz. Mr. Raj Rao, Mr. Pardeep, Mr. Rajesh, Mr. Hariom & Mr. Anil came as the resource person for the session. Mr Anil Kathuria and Ms Rashmi Malhotra, the Vice Principals presided over the event. The team also met our esteemed Principal Mr. Anil Kumar.
The main objective of the mock drill was to generate awareness among class IX students towards fire safety & the preventive measures associated with fire hazards. Mr. Pardeep interacted with students during the mock drill by discussing the nature of fire, causes of fire hazard, and ways of extinguishing different types of fires. He emphasized on the prevention of fire hazard.
The fire service team demonstrated the live working of the ‘ABC’ fire extinguishers in which they involved both security personnel & students.The code word used for operating a fire extinguisher was PASS: Pin removal, aiming at the base, squeeze the lever & spray with sharp ejection.
Class A fires, which involve ordinary combustibles like wood, paper, and cloth. Class B fires, which are fueled by flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, and grease. Class C fires, which involve energized electrical equipment. The session concluded with a vote of thanks by Ms Sangita Bajpai, coordinator of the Department of Geography. The session was initiated by Ms. Deeksha Gupta from the Disaster Management Club with ample support from Ms. Mahima Goel, Ms. Swati Uppal, Ms. Meera Raghav & Ms. Divya Kumari.
Cyber Safe Excellence: DPS R.K. Puram Wins at eRaksha 2025
Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Ms. Sarika Kaushal, who has been declared a Winner in the Educators Category under the prestigious “Cyber Safe School” Award at the 6th Edition of the eRaksha Competition 2025.
The eRaksha Competition 2025, launched by NCERT in collaboration with CyberPeace and supported by Google.org, is a national-level initiative aimed at promoting cyber safety and digital responsibility. The competition provides a hands-on and immersive learning experience for students, educators, school authorities, and parents to understand and imbibe essential cyber security terminologies, threats, challenges, and safety practices while designing their own innovative submissions.
This recognition reflects DPS R.K. Puram’s sustained and proactive commitment to fostering a cyber-safe learning environment. The school regularly conducts engaging initiatives such as Cyber Safety Photobooths, Photo Galleries, Inter-section and Inter-school Competitions, awareness drives, and interactive workshops to encourage informed digital behaviour. The establishment of the CyberX Club has further strengthened this vision by promoting a peer-to-peer learning approach, where students actively educate and empower one another about responsible online practices. These consistent efforts ensure that cyber awareness is not limited to a single event but becomes an integral part of the school culture.
Ms Sarika expresses her heartfelt gratitude to the Honourable Principal Mr Anil Kumar for the constant encouragement, visionary leadership, and unwavering support that continue to inspire innovative initiatives in cyber safety.
This accomplishment brings immense pride to the institution and reinforces DPS R.K. Puram’s mission to build a secure, aware, and digitally responsible community.
Guest Speaker Program for the Research Club on 30th January 2026
DPS, RK Puram conducted a Guest Speaker Program for the Research Club on 30th January 2026, Friday.
Dr Tarunika Jain Agrawal, a professor in the Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi, who holds extensive experience in academic research and scholarly writings, facilitated the program as the guest speaker. The session covered the concept of ‘How to select a Research Question and How to do Literature Review’.
It began with a brief introduction of the speaker, followed by an overview of the importance of a literature review in academic research.
Thereafter, the speaker explained the concept of a literature review and emphasized its role in identifying research gaps, understanding existing work, and establishing the theoretical framework of a study. Various strategies for conducting an effective literature review were discussed, including selecting relevant sources, using academic databases, evaluating the credibility of research papers, and organizing reviewed literature systematically. The speaker also highlighted common mistakes made while writing literature reviews and provided practical tips on maintaining clarity, coherence, and proper citation. Students were introduced to tools and techniques for managing references and avoiding plagiarism. Real-world examples were shared to help students better understand the process.
The session was interactive and informative, with students participating actively and asking questions. The guest speaker addressed their queries patiently and offered valuable guidance for improving research writing skills.
Hostel Farewell Class XII (2025-26)
“It’s sad, but sometimes moving on with the rest of your life, starts with goodbye.” – Carrie Underwood
On the evening of 6 February 2026, the farewell for the outgoing hostel batch was held. It was a memorable event filled with emotions, memories, and friendship. The evening was attended by the distinguished Vice Principals: Mr. Mukesh Kumar, Mr. Naresh Miglani and Ms. Rashmi Malhotra, the Headmistress Dr. Anubha Gopal.
The programme commenced with a devotional Ganesh Vandana, invoking blessings for the seniors’ upcoming journey. The evening then progressed into a lively array of performances presented by both the Boys’ Hostel and the Girls’ Hostel. The Indian choir and the Western choir sang beautifully, touching everyone’s hearts and stirring feelings of nostalgia and excitement with their voices. The semi-classical dance and the Western dance were full of energy, lighting up the stage with dynamic movements.
The Vice Principal, Mr. Mukesh Kumar, addressed the audience, praising the participants for their outstanding performances. He encouraged the seniors, emphasising that the friendships formed in the hostels over the past two years are strong and will be cherished by all of them. He also noted that the hostel residents are fortunate to have met people from diverse backgrounds in one place, which they came to call home, becoming a source of strength for one another. His speech was soon followed by an award ceremony honouring the winners and runners-up of the boys’ hostel football tournament.
At the conclusion, the hostel Headgirl, Shivangi Chakravarty, and Headboy, Manas Kala, delivered an emotional speech, reflecting on their hostel journey and expressing their gratitude to the teachers, wardens, and everyone who made their hostel experience memorable.
The event ended with a video presentation showcasing past moments filled with both emotion and humour, followed by the distribution of mementoes to the seniors. As the seniors prepared to begin new chapters in their lives, the farewell reminded everyone that the friendships formed within the hostel walls would remain forever in their hearts.
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Class XII Farewell 2025-26
“The pain of parting is nothing to the joy of meeting again.” – Charles Dickens.
On 5 February 2026, a special moment unfolded at DPS R.K. Puram as the Principal Mr Anil Kumar, the Vice Principals: Mr Mukesh Kumar, Mr Naresh Milani, Mr Anil Kathuria and Ms Rashmi Malhotra, the Headmistress Ms Anubha Gupta, Academic Head IBDP Mr Ajay Goyal and the students of class XI gathered to bid a heartfelt farewell to the graduating class of 2025, celebrating their journey and wishing them success as they move forward into the future. The event venue was adorned with colourful balloons, banners, and festoons, creating a lively, festive atmosphere.
The ceremony began with the Western Choir performing a mellifluous medley of songs that symbolised the transition from school life to new beginnings. The Indian Choir, thereafter, presented a nostalgic musical rendition, echoing memories of childhood, followed by a mesmerising dance performance.
During the event, a heartfelt speech was given by one of the class XII students, where she reminisced about the first steps into the school and the journey that transformed classrooms, corridors, and playgrounds into a second home. She conveyed to her friends that they would all be linked by the memories they had made over the years. She also extended a warm gratitude to the teachers for being a guiding light for their journey in school.
The Principal, Mr Anil Kumar, expressed his satisfaction and happiness in noting that the students had come to the culmination of their 14 year school journey. He expressed his hope and expectations from the students and wished them success in achieving their goals and aspirations in the journey ahead. He expressed his deep conviction that the students would eventually realise, some months or years down the line, the deep significance of being a DPS R.K. Puram alumnus and a Dipsite.
The events concluded with not just hearts full of memories, nostalgia, or farewells, but with a new found dedication and promise to a new beginning.
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Inter-DPS English Essay Writing Competition 2025–26
The Inter-DPS English Essay Writing Competition was held on 29 November 2025 at DPS Vasant Kunj. Priyanshi Sharma of Class IX O brought laurels to the school by securing the First Position in the category of Intermediate Scholars (Classes IX and X) , winning the prestigious Golden Pen Award for her outstanding performance. Her essay was honoured for its exceptional brilliance of thought and eloquence of expression.
UNESCO CIPP – Award for Pioneering Sustainability (2025–26)
Sustainability is not an abstract ideal. It is a daily practice, rooted in place, people, and persistence.
Mitravinda Javvadi – XI T of Delhi Public School R.K.Puram , received the UNESCO CIPP Award for Pioneering Sustainability (2025–26) under the Youth Innovation: Collaborating to Improve and Protect our Planet campaign, selected from over 35,000 youth participants worldwide. The recognition affirms a project shaped less by spectacle and more by scale:
“Building Sustainable Communities—One Park, One Pocket, One Planet.” (AI video)
The core idea is deliberately modest. A pocket park,sometimes no more than a bench, a few trees, a herb bed, and a composting corner,can become a living classroom and a civic anchor. By integrating green spaces with zero-waste systems, the model demonstrates how environmental action can be local, inclusive, and economically viable. Children learn where food comes from, households close the organic-waste loop through composting, and communities rediscover shared responsibility for public space.
What this experience has taught her is simple but bracing: behaviour changes faster when people participate, not when they are instructed. Youth leadership, supported by elders and local institutions, proved to be a powerful catalyst. Measuring outcomes,waste diverted, compost produced, habits pledged,added accountability and trust. Challenges such as land access or initial reluctance were real, but not insurmountable; partnerships and persistence mattered more than funding alone.
This journey reaffirmed her belief that sustainable development does not begin in policy documents alone, but in neighbourhoods willing to experiment, learn, and repeat. The award is an encouragement to continue refining and replicating this model, and a reminder that meaningful change often begins quietly,seed by seed, community by community.