Rabindra Jayanti at Jan Seva

At Jan Seva, Rabindra Jayanti is more than a cultural celebration—it is a reflection of our belief that every voice matters and every expression is a form of art. On 8th May 2026, the children and adult students of the organisation came together to pay tribute to Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore through a vibrant programme filled with music, dance, poetry, and drama.

The occasion was graced by our esteemed guests Mrs Monica Bhargava, Mrs Sonali Chatterjee, Mrs Indrani Dey, Mr S. N. Basu, and our honourable Board members. Our Vice Chairperson Mrs Shirin Dastur, along with Board members Mrs Sarita Dhir, Mrs Alpana Kumar, and Mrs Supriya Bhowmik, added warmth and encouragement to the celebration with their presence.

A special highlight of the day was the inspiring address by Mrs Sonali Chatterjee, Ex-Director of CNN, who spoke to the children about the timeless relevance of Rabindranath Tagore’s writings and how his works continue to resonate across different stages of life. She deeply appreciated the confidence and growth displayed by our special needs children, whose performances beautifully reflected their progress in soft skills, creativity, and self-expression. The encouragement and applause from guests and Board members motivated every participant to perform with even greater enthusiasm and joy.

The programme was thoughtfully facilitated by Jan Seva Coordinator Mrs Twisha Ganguli and Udaan Coordinator Mrs Anindita Sengupta. The celebration commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by the distinguished guests, setting the tone for a meaningful and inspiring day.

This was followed by a series of performances by children from the ECCEC and UDAAN programmes, along with adult women students from the Vocational Training Unit, Adult Literacy, and Computer Literacy Programmes. The special needs children touched every heart with their group dances and individual recitations, showcasing their talents with remarkable confidence and grace.

The ECCEC children delighted the audience with songs, dances, and poetry recitations. Their presentation of Sahaj Path received special applause. Rabindranath Tagore’s celebrated Bengali primer was introduced with care and creativity, helping children connect with Bengal’s literary and cultural heritage while learning language and alphabets with joy and understanding.

One of the major highlights of the event was the dance-drama Shyama, performed by the adult students with dedication and elegance. After reading about the play and carefully studying online performances, the students worked hard to refine their own presentation. Their final performance was captivating and deeply moving, reflecting both artistic excellence and disciplined preparation.

The celebration concluded as a heartfelt tribute to Gurudev, where every participant—child and adult alike—honoured Rabindranath Tagore through his timeless mediums of art, literature, music, and performance. It was a day filled with inspiration, cultural pride, confidence, and joy, leaving everyone with cherished memories of a truly meaningful Rabindra Jayanti celebration.