Delhi Public School, Budgam celebrated its 18th Founder’s Day on 7th September, 2026, with great fervour and grandeur. The theme was “From Vision to Legacy”, marking eighteen glorious years of educational excellence.
The celebration was graced by eminent statesman and academician Professor Saifuddin Soz as Guest of Honour, along with Founder Chairperson Mrs. Mumtaz-un-nisa Soz, Director Salman Soz, Principal Mrs. Glory George, and other dignitaries, PTA members, parents, staff and students.
The programme commenced with a Welcome Address by Principal Mrs. Glory George, followed by Diya Lighting Ceremony and felicitation of dignitaries. A documentary chronicling the 18-year journey of DPS Budgam was screened.
The cultural programme featured Kashmiri Rouf, a soulful Qawwali by Class 9th, delightful dance performances by junior school students, and a speech on ‘Vision’ by a student representative. The highlight was the play “The Halogen Family”, conceptualized by Dean Mehfooz Aslam, where elements of the periodic table came alive to convey a message on environmental conservation.
The school felicitated staff for 10 and 15 years of service and meritorious students for their achievements. Prof. Soz and Mrs. Mumtazunnisa Soz shared memories of the school’s journey, while Director Salman Soz lauded the entire DPS family and reaffirmed his commitment to excellence. The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks.
