The following members of “Roboknights” club participated in the Robosoccer sub event of “E-Summit 2025”, Entrepreneurial and Business Conclave” organised by Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Delhi on 21st– 22nd March 2025 and won First position:
Tanmay Pandya (X N), Aryamman Ojha (X N) along with Twamadi Sar and Adhyann Singal of class XII (2024-2025- outgoing batch)
“Celebrate the colours of Holi and the patterns of pi — for both remind us that life is a blend of order and chaos.”
DPS R. K. Puram has always upheld its legacy of being a trailblazer and a pioneer in introducing innovative approaches in the world of education. The Pi Day Holi Milan at DPS R.K. Puram was more than a celebration — it was an intellectual symphony, a poetic blend of colours and cognition. It celebrated π not just as a mathematical constant but as a symbol of infinity, complexity, and wonder. The event left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all present, inspiring students to embrace the elegance of mathematics and the boundless joy of discovery.
On the illustrious evening of March 14, 2025, the vibrant halls of Delhi Public School, RK Puram, came alive with a kaleidoscope of colours and concepts as the school hosted its grand celebration — Pi Day Holi Milan. This extraordinary event seamlessly wove together the jubilant spirit of Holi and the profound elegance of mathematics, paying homage to the enigmatic constant π (pi), symbolized by the date 3/14 (14 March)— an eternal representation of the number 3.14. It was not merely a celebration; it was an ode to curiosity, creativity, and the boundless nature of intellectual pursuit; or in other words- a celebration of intellect and festivity.
The event witnessed an impressive assembly of luminaries.The Chief Guest for the event wasShri. Ashish Sood, Hon’ble Minister of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi, and MLA from the Janakpuri constituency, accompanied by his wife Smt. Anupam Sood.
The Guests of Honour for the event werePadma Bhushan Shri V. K. Shunglu,theChairman of the Managing Committee, DPS R.K. Puram and Vice Chairman of the DPS Society and his wife Smt. Madhu Shunglu; Shri Anil Kumar Sharma, MLA from R.K. Puram and Dr. Joseph Emmanuel, Chief Executive & Secretary of CISCE, and former Director Academics at CBSE, a pioneer of progressive educational reforms.
Some of the distinguished guests who graced the occasion were Ms Dolly Chanana, Joint Director, DPS Society; Smt. Sandhya Awasthi, Director, DPS HRD Centre; Professor Umakant D. Rapol, IISER, Pune; Mr Chandrakant Singh, Managing Director, LearnX; Ms. Uttara Singh, Director, The Shriram Millennium School, Noida; Ms. Renu Bali, Founder, Tender Heart; Ms Ambika Kaul, Counsellor, DPS Society; Mr Sanjeev Kaura, Pedagogue; Shri GSS Rao, Principal, Global Indian International School, Singapore; Shri Harish Sachdeva, Principal, DPS Sonepat; Ms. Deepti Vohra, Principal, DPS Vasant Kunj; Ms. Sangeeta Chakravarty, Principal, DPS Faridabad; Ms. Manju Balasubramanyam, Principal, DPS Bangalore; Ms. Priya Narayanan, Principal, DPS Dwarka and Mr Anant Mudgal, Mathematician and Author.
The meticulously orchestrated event unfolded like a symphony, with each segment harmonizing intellect and artistry. The ceremony commenced with the Lighting of the Lamp, an age-old tradition signifying the dispelling of ignorance and the illumination of knowledge — a fitting metaphor for an event dedicated to both celebration and scholarship.
The atmosphere resonated with a mesmerizing Indian Vocal Song performed by the talented students of DPS R.K. Puram. Their soulful rendition of Hindustani Classical melodies, set a contemplative yet festive tone for the evening.
The address by the Principal of DPS R.K. Puram, Mr. Anil Kumar, was a stirring reminder of the school’s unwavering commitment to nurturing intellectual curiosity. He eloquently emphasized how mathematics is not merely about numbers and equations but a celebration of logical beauty, intricate patterns, and endless possibilities.
A moment of great significance followed thereafter— the release of The Book of Zero Knowledge: In Search of All That There is to Know authored by the eminent mathematician, Mr. Anant Mudgal, an alumnus of the prestigious Chennai Mathematical Institute and Trinity College, University of Cambridge.He has been one of the leading coaches of the Indian IMO program and has been on numerous committees including the problem-selection committee of the Indian National Mathematical Olympiad and the Indian IMO Team Selection Tests. He served as the Scientific Observer A to the Indian IMO Team to IMO 2023 held in Chiba, Japan and was a Coordinator of the IMO at IMO 2024 held in Bath, United Kingdom. This groundbreaking work is a masterful blend of fiction and mathematics, chronicling the quest of twins Sola and Luna, guided by their wise mentor Lucius, as they unravel complex mathematical ideas through the art of dialogue and discovery. The book transcends traditional pedagogy, inviting readers to experience the sheer joy of problem-solving, logical reasoning, and mathematical thinking.
The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly Colours of Mathematics — an insightful session led by Mr. Anant Mudgal. With captivating eloquence, he explored the fusion of storytelling and mathematics, urging students to embrace the thrill of mathematical exploration. His illustrious achievements — representing India at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) four times, winning multiple medals, and being the only Indian to propose the formidable Problem Six at the IMO — added depth and inspiration to his address. He focussed on the effectiveness of discovery and dialogue based learning approaches, specially for mathematics. His passion for mathematics was palpable, leaving the audience spellbound.
The Address by the Chief Guest, Shri Ashish Sood, was a powerful call to action, applauding DPS RK Puram for fostering an ecosystem where the arts and sciences coexist in harmony. He underscored the importance of innovative learning methods and lauded the event for merging the abstract elegance of mathematics with the celebratory vibrancy of Holi. He assured all present that the government will work hard to improve education and infrastructure in Delhi. He applauded the effort of the author for adopting the art of storytelling for mathematics. Shri Sood reiterated the importance of education reforms and promoting new talent . He stressed on adopting new innovations and pedagogy for defining new learning outcomes. He expressed a desire to introduce ideas by young authors like Mr. Mudgal to improve the education system.
The Guests of Honour shared their profound insights. Padma Bhushan Shri VK Shunglu highlighting the indispensable role of language in shaping young minds. He lauded Mr. Mudgal for amalgamating literary style with mathematical concepts as language is fundamental to understanding. Dr. Joseph Emmanue, during his address shared his thoughts on modern educational reforms and competency-based learning. He stressed on the importance of providing the right encouragement to the right student at the right time.
As the event drew to a close, the Vote of Thanks by the Vice Principal, Mr. Mukesh Kumar, was a heartfelt tribute to the collective efforts of the guests, organizers, and participants. His words resonated with gratitude and pride, capturing the essence of a celebration that transcended mere festivity. Finally, the event concluded with the singing of the National Anthem — a solemn yet uplifting reminder of unity and patriotism.
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Schedule for the distribution of Answer sheets and commencement of various classes
Distribution of Answer Sheets of Classes 6-9 & 11 session 2024-2025
Note: School buses will ply at the usual time in the morning and leave from school at 11:20 AM
Commencement of the new session 2025-2026
Note: School buses will ply in the morning and leave from school at the usual time of the school.
DPS Dwarka organized its Annual Fest for the session 2024-25 on August 17, 2024. Students from the Think Club participated in INGENIOUS 2024, a series of inter-school competitions organized by the Innovation Club of DPS Dwarka.
DPS RK Puram achieved remarkable success, securing the First Position in two prestigious events—Logic Wars and SwiftGenius.
Logic Wars was an intellectually stimulating competition that challenged participants’ critical thinking and problem-solving abilities through a series of intricate logical puzzles and tasks. Gauransh Sharma (11G) and Prakhar Shandilya (11G) made the school proud by clinching the First Position in this event.
SwiftGenius tested participants’ ability to think on their feet and develop innovative, out-of-the-box solutions. Given a common prompt on the spot, participants had just 90 minutes to craft their ideas. Samika Gupta (11F), Myra Khurana (10F), and Mishka Kaur Taneja (10F) showcased exceptional creativity and were awarded the First Position for their groundbreaking ideas.
The Think Club’s outstanding performance at INGENIOUS 2024 exemplifies the spirit of innovation and excellence that DPS RK Puram strives to cultivate in its students.
Gauransh Sharma (11G), a member of Think Club, achieved Second Place in ‘THE VB-ADTHON 2024’, organised by Venturebuz. His innovative rebranding strategy and creative marketing solutions showcased exceptional skill and dedication to excellence.The Venturebuz Forum is a student-run organization dedicated to catalysing entrepreneurial interests among teenagers through competitions, talks, and mentorship sessions. THE VB-ADTHON 2024 is its flagship advertising competition. The competition was a 60-minute competition where students tackled three different prompts (including a design based prompt), and submitted their responses within designated time frame
On 30 January 2025, over 400 eager students had the opportunity to meet representatives from some of the top universities in the United States and Canada at the International University Admissions Fair. The fair, held at DPS R K Puram provided an invaluable opportunity for prospective students to learn about higher education options abroad, ask questions, and gain insight into the university admissions process.
A diverse group of distinguished universities participated in the event, showcasing their academic programs, international student support services, and admission processes. Students were able to interact directly with representatives from:
These esteemed representatives provided personalized advice to students on various academic programs, scholarship opportunities, visa requirements, and the overall student experience. The event was a significant success in connecting students with the institutions they aspire to attend, helping them take the next step in their educational journey. The University Admissions Fair marked an important milestone in international education, offering students invaluable access to a range of global academic opportunities.
“Painting is poetry that is seen rather than felt, and poetry is painting that is felt rather than seen.” -Leonardo Da Vinci
Delhi Public School R.K. Puram hosted the Dr. Prem Kirpal Memorial Inter-School Art And Poetry Competitions -‘Art Poetica 2024-2025’ on 11 January 2025, in fond memory of Dr. Prem Kirpal, the former Chairman of the DPS Society. This annual event had students from twenty six different schools take part in six different competitions, all of which gave them an opportunity to showcase their immense creativity and explore different forms of artistic expression whilst unraveling the fascinating enigma surrounding art and poetry.
The various competitions included the following-
Blend Art (Classes IX and XI) had students recite and dramatise an English poem based on various social issues and themes, as well as create paintings or sketches that captured the soul of the poem. The event was judged by Ms Saba Bari, Ms Padmaja Behra and Mr Manish Manocha
Artistic Poesy (Classes IX and XI) challenged the students to promptly compose a ballad that connected a series of pictures, which were presented to them, in a random order. The event was judged by Dr Shwetanshu Bhushan, Ms. Anupama Singh and Ms. Shivangi Chakraborty
Lyrical Canvas (Classes IX & XI) was an on-the-spot drawing competition which required participants to portray the predominant emotion evoked by a unique line in a poem. The judges included Mr Pankaj Guru, Mr Shashi Paul and Ms Hena.
Inverse Rhapsody (Classes VI-VIII) was an imaginative competition where participants were given an excerpt from a poem and the participants from the same team were given the task to recite the given poem in contrasting emotions . The judges for the event were Ms Sunayana Gupta, Ms Saroj Chawla and Ms Esha Shaunik.
Stage-a-Verse (Classes IX and XI) involved a unique performance by the students of class IX and XI, where they staged an original play based on a visual prompt provided to them. The event was judged by Mr Manish Guptaa Guru, Ms Garima Arya and Mr Brij Bhardwaj.
Lime-in-Rhyme (Classes VI-VIII) celebrated the art of limerick writing by giving students the opportunity to write limericks in a time frame of thirty minutes and then perform a live on-stage recital. The judges for the competition included Mr Harsh Dewan, Ms Alka Mahajan and Mr Ishan Bakshi.
The events took place simultaneously at different venues in the school campus.
The Valedictory ceremony was organised on 8 February 2025 at Delhi Public School, R.K.Puram from 9 am onwards. The event was graced by the presence of the Principal Mr Anil Kumar and the Headmistress Ms Rashmi Malhotra.
The event began with a glorious performance of the song ‘I have a dream’. This was followed by an enthralling enactment of the world’s longest running play, ‘The Mousetrap’ by Agatha Christie, a renowned mystery writer, presented by members of the Expressions Theatre Club. They received a standing ovation for their theatrical performance.
In his address, the Principal, Mr Anil Kumar, complimented the members of the Expressions Theatre Club for their excellent rendition of the play. He also congratulated all the students who won prizes in the various events of Art Poetics as well as those who helped organise the events. He commended the English department for their efforts in promoting literary creativity and expressions through this annual event.
This was followed by the felicitation of the prize winners.The Rolling Trophy was awarded to Delhi Public School, Noida.
Ms Atika Dayal, HOD English, proposed the vote of thanks. She expressed gratitude towards the Principal, Mr Anil Kumar, for being a source of inspiration, and providing constant support and guidance at all crucial junctures. The participants and the winners were congratulated for their outstanding performances, and encouraged to keep striving and pushing boundaries. The HOD also thanked the members of the English, Art and Music Departments for helping to put up a successful ceremony.
The event ended with the rendition of the National Anthem.