Dalhousie Hill Top School Hosts Vibrant Annual Function 'Virasat 2026'
Celebration of Culture and Achievement
Subhash Mahajan
Dalhousie
The esteemed Dalhousie Hill Top School recently held its annual event titled “Virasat 2026”, showcasing a rich tapestry of cultural expressions on its premises. The occasion was graced by the presence of Kavinder Gupta, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh, who attended with his spouse, Bindu Gupta. Former Education Minister Asha Kumari was also present as the Guest of Honour.
The celebration attracted local dignitaries, students, and parents from various states, all eager to partake in the festivities.
Upon their arrival, Dr. Poonam Rai Dhawan, the School President, and Chairman Sudhir Dhawan extended a warm welcome to the Governor and his wife with floral bouquets.
The event commenced with the ceremonial lighting of a lamp by Governor Kavinder Gupta, Bindu Gupta, Asha Kumari, and other esteemed guests.
Students enthralled the audience with a series of cultural performances, including patriotic displays and traditional Pahari Nati. The festive atmosphere was further enhanced as Governor Gupta and his wife joined the students in the Pahari Nati dance.
During the ceremony, Dr. Poonam Rai Dhawan and Sudhir Dhawan presented traditional Himachali shawls, caps, and mementoes to Governor Gupta, Bindu Gupta, and Asha Kumari.
In his address, Governor Kavinder Gupta emphasized that “Virasat” represents not just the wisdom inherited from past generations but also the positive changes instigated by the current generation's thoughts and actions.
He commended the school’s management, educators, students, and parents for achieving a remarkable 100 percent pass rate in the CBSE Class 10 Board examinations. Additionally, he recognized Akshat Kumar from Jammu and Kashmir for attaining 98.8 percent in Class 12, marking the highest score in Chamba district. Both Akshat Kumar and Ali Akbar from Ladakh were honored for their exceptional academic performances.
The Governor also paid tribute to the school’s founder, I.M. Dhawan, and praised the dedication of Chairman Sudhir Dhawan and President Dr. Poonam Rai Dhawan in fostering talent and ensuring quality education.
Earlier in the event, Dr. Poonam Rai Dhawan delivered the annual report, which detailed the school’s history, academic successes, and extracurricular activities.
Notable attendees included senior officials from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Anil Bhardwaj, Tehsildar Ramesh Chauhan, DSPs Mayank Sharma and Ranjan Sharma, Dalhousie Police Station SHO Baburam, Dalhousie Cantonment CEO Ashiq Hussain, former Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vipin Thakur, and several other distinguished guests.