Students of Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram showcased their creativity, communication skills and commercial acumen at ESPRIT 3.0, an inter-school competition hosted by SBDAV Public School, Vasant Vihar on 22nd August 2026.
The event provided students with a platform to demonstrate their talent and innovative thinking. Students from DPS R.K. Puram participated in two events and earned accolades for their efforts. In Canvas of Commerce, Aanvi Agarwal (11-J) impressed with her creative approach and understanding of the world of commerce and finished at Third position.
In A Story Unfold, the team comprising Nanya Gupta (11-O), Meisha Manchanda (11-O), Aavya Shrivastava (11-C) and Aamma Beg (12-L) showcased their creativity and storytelling skills and finished in Second position.
An Inter-DPS German Language Festival, Namaste Deutschland, was organised by the DPS Society in association with Max Mueller Bhavan on 18th April 2026 at Delhi Public School, Sector 45, Gurgaon. Students of Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram participated in the event, which brought together young learners of German from different schools for a day of language, culture and creativity.
The students participated in several interactive workshops such as Poster Making, German Bakery, a Mini Poetry Slam and Comic Strip creation. They also attended a German film screening and an information session. In the competitions, they represented the school in German Dance, Treasure Hunt, German Spell Bee and the German Quiz Rally.
Deepshikha Majumdar of Class X H secured First Position in the German Spell Bee, while Anannya Mathur and Olivia Mathew secured First Position in German Dance.
Rubani Kaur participated in the dance competition Rhythm, held at Holy Child Auxilium School, Vasant Vihar, on 13th August 2026. Her group secured Third Position in the competition. The theme of the competition was to depict the evolution of dance through different art forms, including theatre, Indian dance, Western dance, and contemporary artistic expressions. Rubani’s group beautifully presented this evolution through a creative journey across different eras. The performance began with Charlie Chaplin, representing the late 1800s, and then transitioned into the 1920s Jazz era. The group then moved to the 1990s, featuring the energetic song It’s Raining Men, followed by Contemporary dance, representing the 2010s. The performance concluded with Angels in Tibet, representing the dance trends of the 2020s. Through seamless transitions, expressive choreography, and a creative blend of diverse dance forms, the group effectively showcased how dance has evolved over the decades.
On Friday, October 16, 2026, The Econocrats organised the Game Strategy Programme (GSP) in collaboration with the Indian Game Theory Society (IGTS) to introduce high school students to decision science, mathematical logic, and competitive strategy. Conducted by Mr. Manoj Gadia, Founder and President of IGTS, alongside Assistant Coordinators Mr. Pranav Bhasin and Ms. Lavanya Kohli, the masterclass shifted the focus from traditional rote learning toward structured non-linear reasoning and analytical problem-solving.
Drawing from his extensive experience conducting specialized decision-making workshops for premier bodies such as the GST Council, NACIN, and top university campuses like IIT Delhi and SRCC, Mr. Gadia demystified complex strategic concepts through real-world applications. Throughout the session, students explored how game-theoretic models govern market competition, corporate negotiation, and algorithmic trading, while also seeing how frameworks like Nash Equilibrium, Expected Value, and Backward Induction provide a distinct advantage in major academic competitive exams like the RMO, INMO, IEO, and ZIO. The interactive masterclass engaged participants in live strategy games, bidding exercises, and win-win negotiation scenarios, leaving behind a blueprint for students to establish a self-sustaining, student-led Game Theory and Strategy Club on campus.
The event concluded on a high note as Ms. Rashmi Malhotra, Vice Principal, felicitated Mr. Manoj Gadia and expressed her appreciation to the IGTS team and The Econocrats for delivering an inspiring session that fosters critical thinking and strategic intuition within our academic community.
The DPS National Inter DPS Boys Table Tennis Championship was held at DPS Dwarka from 14-15 July 2026. DPS RK Puram secured 2nd Runner-Up (3rd position and won a bronze Medal. The team consist of Anand Gupta IX-E, Ankul Gangwani IX-L and Yug Choudhary X-M.
The R.L. Chopra Memorial Table Tennis Tournament 2026, held at New Era Public School, Mayapuri, from 10th to 14th August 2026, witnessed an outstanding performance by the students of DPS R.K. Puram. Displaying exceptional skill, determination, teamwork and sportsmanship, the young paddlers brought immense pride to the school by securing First Position in all six team categories.
U-13 Boys – 1st Position: Mehransh Singh Bhatia, Prakhar Yadav, Bisraj and Reyansh Hawelia
U-15 Boys – 1st Position: Shudhanshuman, Manvik, Kabir Ahuja and Shakul Yadav
This remarkable clean sweep across all six categories is a testament to the students’ unwavering commitment, rigorous training and competitive spirit. Heartiest congratulations to all the players for their exceptional achievement and for bringing glory and honour to DPS R.K. Puram.
The All India IPSC Table Tennis Girls’ Championships were held at Emerald Heights International School, Indore, from 14th to 17th September 2026. The girls delivered an outstanding performance, showcasing exceptional talent, determination, and team spirit.
The All India IPSC Table Tennis Tournament was held at Emerald Heights International School, Indore, from 14th to 17th September 2026. The boys’ team delivered an outstanding performance, securing 1st Position in the U-17 Boys’ Team Event. In the individual events, Anant Gupta of Class IX-E secured 1st Position, while Yug Choudhary of Class X-M secured 3rd Position.
From 24 July to 1 August 2026, a student delegation from DPS RKPuram comprising 27 students and three faculty members undertook a comprehensive academic and cultural exchange program at Soka University in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan. The eight-day itinerary was designed to bridge theoretical academic knowledge with practical global exposure, focusing primarily on collaborative scientific exploration and immersive cultural learning. By interfacing directly with host researchers and local student peers, the delegation successfully fulfilled its core objectives of fostering international academic networks and developing cross-cultural competencies and gathering knowledge on Green Technology.
The academic core of the visit centered on Soka University’s state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and research centers. Students participated in a series of specialized technical workshops led by prominent university faculty, exploring cutting-edge developments in various fields. A foundational pillar of the program’s success was the implementation of the Soka Peer Buddy System, which paired visiting students with local Japanese undergraduates. These student buddies acted as hosts, cultural interpreters, and academic collaborators throughout the duration of the trip. Complementing the intensive academic curriculum was a curated itinerary of regional sightseeing excursions designed to highlight the interplay between Japan’s ancient history and modern technological landscape.
The curriculum extended beyond the campus gates into structured field studies across Tokyo’s diverse urban landscape. Students engaged in comprehensive fieldwork in Central Tokyo titled “Japanese Business & Pop Culture”, exploring the economic drivers of the city’s modern industries. This was paired with “Shibuya Mission 1: Shibuya Urban Overload”, a curated exercise where students navigated the world’s busiest pedestrian intersections to analyze modern urban planning, consumer behavior, and crowd logistics. To balance this high-energy urban immersion with environmental psychology, the delegation visited the forested grounds of the Meiji Jingu shrine to study Attention Restoration Theory (ART), observing firsthand how natural spaces in mega-cities mitigate cognitive fatigue.
Students experienced a high-speed ride on the iconic Bullet Train (Shinkansen), analyzing its role in regional connectivity and engineering excellence. Cultural continuity was studied deeply during the “Asakusa Identity” excursion, where students and their Soka buddies explored the historic Senso-ji temple district to evaluate how traditional values, architectural preservation, and community identity thrive alongside hyper-modern modernization.
The academic exchange to Soka University concluded with a joint valedictory session where student teams presented their collaborative learning. All 27 participating students demonstrated measurable growth in technical confidence, interpersonal teamwork, and global awareness, while the accompanying faculty members established strong institutional links for potential future partnerships.
The Finland International Future Bootcamp, organized by Septa Milles Education Services LLC under its flagship brand Lifology, was successfully conducted in Helsinki, Finland, from 1 to 8 June 2026 with the participation of 10 students namely Kabir Chopra, Samarth Gupta, Daiwik Goyal, Shiv Chandrayan, Krish Mediratta and Ayaan Singhal from grade 9 and Smyaan Sharma, Rishit Kaushik, Shaurya Veer Arora and Anurag Sharma from grade 11,along with Dr Atika Dayal, Head, English Department.
The programme was designed to provide students with international exposure through a unique blend of academic learning, entrepreneurship, leadership development, innovation, and cultural immersion, preparing them for future global opportunities.
The students were accommodated at Heymo 1 Hotel in Espoo, where training sessions were also conducted. Over the following days, students attended a series of interactive workshops, including Programming the Emotional Paradigm, Sharpening the Solving Skills, Building the Vision, and Nordic Pitch Syndicate. These sessions focused on emotional intelligence, leadership, critical thinking, innovation, entrepreneurship, business model development, and effective communication. Through collaborative learning and mentoring, students strengthened their problem-solving abilities and developed innovative business ideas while enhancing their presentation skills.
As part of the experiential learning component, the participants visited the Fazer Factory and Experience Centre, where they explored Finland’s food innovation, sustainability practices, and manufacturing excellence. A guided exploration of Helsinki allowed students to experience the city’s world-renowned education-focused environment, modern architecture, public spaces, and cultural landmarks, including the University of Helsinki, Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, Parliament House, Oodi Central Library, and the harbour area. The programme also included an educational excursion to Tallinn, Estonia, where students visited Tallinn University and explored the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, gaining valuable insights into Estonia’s history, digital innovation, and higher education system.
A major highlight of the bootcamp was the European Pitch Competition held at the University of Helsinki, where students presented innovative business ideas before a panel of mentors and entrepreneurs. The competition provided an excellent platform for participants to demonstrate the entrepreneurial, leadership, and communication skills they had developed during the programme. The final day included a visit to the historic Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering students an appreciation of Finland’s rich history, heritage, and commitment to conservation before concluding the programme with a closing session and departure.
The Finland Bootcamp successfully achieved its objective of equipping students with future-ready skills, global perspectives, entrepreneurial thinking, and cross-cultural awareness. The programme provided a meaningful international learning experience that combined academic excellence with practical exposure, reinforcing Lifology’s commitment to nurturing globally competent, innovative, and socially responsible future leaders. The students and the parents were very happy with the trip.
A sensitisation session on awareness of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was conducted on 15 September 2026 in the Audio Visual Hall, DPS R.K. Puram. The session was attended by the Principal, Mr Anil Kumar, the Vice Principals: Mr Naresh Miglani, Mr Anil Kathuria, Mr Mukesh Kumar and Ms Rashmi Malhotra; Dr.Anubha Gopal, Head Mistress (Classes IX–X) and Ms Vandana Chandhoke, Headmistress (Classes VI–VIII) along with the Head, Academics, IBDP, Mr Ajay Goel, teachers, administrative and support staff, transport and housekeeping staff.
The session was conducted by Shri Rajeev Bhatt, a nationally recognised inclusion advocate and recipient of the National Award for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities – Sarveshrestha Vyakti 2025, he is also the author of Decoding Autism and Decoding Dyslexia, books that provide accessible guidance to parents and educators on supporting children with autism, dyslexia and learning differences and Ms Archna Chauhan, an educationist and counselling psychologist with over 25 years of experience in the field of mental health and student development.
The speakers provided an overview of the key provisions and objectives of the POCSO Act, with emphasis on creating safe and protective school environments. They sensitised participants to recognising indicators of child safety concerns, responding appropriately to disclosures, understanding reporting mechanisms, and fulfilling their legal and ethical responsibilities towards child protection. The session also highlighted the importance of awareness, vigilance, empathy and collective responsibility in safeguarding children.
The informative and interactive session strengthened the participants’ understanding of child protection and reinforced the collective responsibility of the school community in ensuring that every child feels safe, respected and protected.
