Aurora Secondary secures 1st position in Region 2 Inter-School Rangoli Competition

The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha (GHDS) Essequibo Praant, in collaboration with the Dharmic Naujawaan (DNJ), recently hosted its Inter-Secondary Schools’ Rangoli Competition at the Anna Regina Secondary School in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam).
The event, held in anticipation of the Hindu festival of Diwali, saw participation from seven secondary schools across the Essequibo Coast.
The competition showcased vibrant teamwork and creativity as students crafted intricate rangolis, each depicting the central theme of Diwali.
Participating schools included Charity Secondary, 8th of May Secondary, Anna Regina Secondary, Cotton Field Secondary, Abram Zuil Secondary, Johanna Cecelia Secondary, and Aurora Secondary.
Aurora Secondary emerged as the winner with their outstanding display of talent and artistry, while Cotton Field Secondary secured second place, and Anna Regina Secondary claimed third. The rangolis were judged on their thematic relevance, colour usage, aesthetic appeal, and originality.
Speaking at the event, Regional Chairperson Vilma De Silva commended the students for their unity and collaboration, noting that such events highlight the multicultural fabric of Guyana. She praised the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha for fostering togetherness through this competition.
Pandit Kaydar Persaud, President of GHDS, also lauded the students for embodying the spirit of Diwali, emphasising the camaraderie that prevailed during the event. He thanked the teachers for their guidance and expressed appreciation to the Education Ministry for its support in making the competition a success.