Nurpur to Host Shining Star Awards 3.0 Celebrating Academic Excellence

Local MLA to Honor Outstanding Students

Local MLA Ranbir Nikka to be chief guest at event to honour meritorious students

Pallavi Sharma
DHARAMSHALA: The stage is prepared in Nurpur for the Shining Star Awards 3.0, scheduled for Thursday, June 12, 2025. This event will celebrate the achievements of exceptional Class 10 and Class 12 students. Following successful ceremonies in Chamba and Dharamshala, this marks the inaugural event in Nurpur, chosen for its educational significance and academic institutions.

Ranbir Singh Nikka, the BJP MLA from Nurpur, will be the Chief Guest at the ceremony. The awards will take place at the banquet hall of Jyoti Hotel and Restaurant located in Kandwal, Nurpur. Students achieving 85% or higher in their Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations across all boards and streams will be recognized.

The awards aim to honor students not only for their academic success but also for their resilience and dedication in a highly competitive landscape.

Previous Events Set a High Standard

Dharamshala, Chamba events set high benchmark

The ceremonies held in Chamba and Dharamshala attracted a vibrant crowd of students, parents, educators, and dignitaries. The Deputy Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Mukesh Agnihotri, attended the Dharamshala event as the chief guest, while Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania was present in Chamba.

A Broader Mission Beyond Awards

More than just awards —Mission for student well-being

Initiated by a leading digital news platform in Himachal Pradesh, the Shining Star Awards 3.0 represents more than just an award ceremony; it is a movement aimed at recognizing and uplifting young achievers.

Supported by various educational institutions including Guru Study Centre-Dharamshala and Aarni University, along with several others, the awards continue to expand their influence and reach.

The Shining Star Awards 3.0 builds on the success of its previous editions in 2023 and 2024, celebrating the hard work and academic achievements of youth in Himachal Pradesh. This initiative is committed to promoting student well-being and excellence beyond academics.

Sunil Chadha, Executive Editor, highlighted the overarching goal of the awards: “We aim not only to celebrate merit but to cultivate a future with these bright individuals. Their recognition is merely the beginning.”

Political Editor S Gopal Puri added, “Every student’s success is supported by their parents. Today’s event also honors their contributions.”

The platform also emphasizes its ongoing commitment to the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of students. “The announcement of board results is an ideal moment to engage with students, understand their goals, and provide necessary support,” stated Abhinav Sharma, Head of Human Resources.