Global Indian International School (GIIS), Balewadi, uniquely celebrated Navratri this time. This time students planned and participated virtually to maintain the same spirit due to unforeseen circumstances. A special assembly was planned for all grade students, which was fully dedicated to the Navratri celebrations. Our little munchkins prepared dance form during the celebration and discussed the significance behind the celebrations.

The little ones were seen in colourful attire to play Garba. The pre-primary students also discussed several topics related to Gujarat traditional food and learned the dance form of Garba to grace the occasion. 

The week-long celebrations started by seeking blessings from the goddess Durga. Teachers also explained the importance of nine days of Navratri and Dussehra to the students. They even narrated the entire story behind the celebrations of Navratri, nine forms of goddess Durga and how the Navratri celebration signifies victory over the demons was explained in a unique way.

Furthermore, the significance and sequential events of nine days were also demonstrated by the teachers; various activities were organized to keep the children engaged by setting up several activities for them. Students also showed how Navratri is celebrated in other states like Gujarat and West Bengal through their traditional dance performances. Seamlessly adapting to different cultures across different states, the colorful Dandiya and Dandiya Raas rejuvenated the festival's vibrancy and made the celebrations all the more colorful.

The virtual celebration was a hit as our tiny tots, as they enjoyed to the fullest throughout the week and learned to spread the message of joy and festivity among others virtually. The celebration created many everlasting memories for our little ones to be cherished forever.