Legacy Of The Shikshapatri Celebrating 200 Years Of Moral Excellence

The Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul International School (SSGIS) recently concluded a vibrant and spiritually enriching week-long celebration from January 19th to January 24th, 2026, marking the historic 200th anniversary of the Shikshapatri. The festivities commenced on Monday with a visually captivating Art Exhibition, where students from the primary wing, including Samar Kumar, Kashvi Shivhare (2nd), Durva Borisav, Anokhi Swarnkar (3rd), Baruni Kaser, and Idhika Prajapati (4th), showcased creative interpretations of Shree Swaminarayan’s teachings. This was followed on Wednesday by an intellectually stimulating Debate featuring senior students such as Sejal Naik, Amrita Panda, Vidya Gupta, and Oham Jaiswal, who explored the practical application of moral ethics in the modern world.
The mid-week highlights transitioned into modern media on Thursday, January 22nd, with an engaging Podcast session. This innovative platform allowed students like Shivam Gupta, Anshuman Sahu, Oham Jaiswal, and young Idhika Prajapati to discuss the scripture’s relevance in 2026, creating a “wonderful experience” that resonated with the entire campus. By blending traditional values with contemporary communication, the participants demonstrated that the core tenets of the Shikshapatri—such as integrity, education, and social harmony—are timeless and adaptable to any generation.
The week reached its spiritual crescendo on Saturday, January 24th, with a powerful Shloka Chanting performance by 5th-grade students Aahana Agrawal, Ahana Fatima, Ajinkya Patel, and Abhigyan Naik. Their disciplined recitation of the Sanskrit verses filled the school with an atmosphere of peace and reverence. Ultimately, Shikshapatri Week served as more than just a series of events; it was a profound educational journey where students were acknowledged for their talents while deeply internalizing the moral values and spiritual heritage that have guided society for two centuries.