Port Blair, Nov 20: National Book week was observed in Govt. Senior Secondary School Kapanga Katchal, from 14th November 2023 to 20th November 2023.
The Vice –Chief Captain Mr. Samson has inaugurated the function by lightening the Deepak. In his address he focused on the need and importance of book and regular use of Library in day to day life. A short speech was also delivered by Mr. Suresh J. Panicker, Librarian and highlighted the importance of the Week.
Books on different subjects and topics were displayed for the students, Drawing, Essay writing, Reading, storytelling, Quiz and elocution Competitions were organized for the students of various groups. During the week teachers addressed the students on various topics in the morning assembly and highlighted the importance of Library and reading habits. First, second and third prizes were distributed to the winners. The concluding function of the National Book Week was held in the school in which SRO (Special Relief Officer) Katchal Mr. Mohamed Yusuf was the Chief Guest. He spoke on the importance of books and lauded the efforts for organizing such a wonderful exhibition. The SMDC members were also present at the closing function.