LIBRARY QUIZ ON FREEDOM STRUGGLE

"On August 14, 2025, PM Shri KV Pangode conducted a quiz on Freedom Struggle and Partition Horrors Remembrance Day for students of Classes VI-VIII, with 53 students actively participating."

Quiz Event Details:

 Event: Freedom Struggle and Partition Horrors Remembrance Day Quiz

Date: August 14, 2025

School: PM Shri KV Pangode

Participants:  Classes VI-VIII

 

WINNERS

FIRST- NIRANJANA V NAIR (VI A)

SECOND- AARYAHI DAS (VI A)

THIRD- OM ROUSHAN (VII C)

CONGRATULATION TO THE WINNERS!!!!!!!

A Fire That Still Burns......

A peaceful summer morning of August 6th, 1945 in the city of Hiroshima, Japan. People were going on with their daily routines and lives. At 8.15 AM, the people were jolted out of their work with a deafening blast that they didn't know had the power to change their lives forever.

When Albert Einstein presented his paper of the Special Theory of Relativity in 1905, he never even in his wild dreams dreamt of his theories being used to manufacture the deadliest weapon in the world, the Nuclear Bombs. 

The core reason for the Second World War was the revenge of Germany against Britain and France for the Versailles humiliation after the First World War. Even though it was on the side of France and Britain in the first part, Japan later joined the opposite side when it felt cheated of its rights. In mid-1945, even though Germany surrendered, Japan refused to back off. It resulted in America bombing Japan on 6th August 1945, with an atomic bomb to end the war quickly. The atomic bomb, which resulted in the immediate death of approximately 70,000 people came to be known as “The Little Boy” because it was smaller when compared to the other in the series.

People were even shocked to understand what was happening. Setsuko Thurlow, a 13-year old student who later received the Nobel Peace Prize for anti-nuclear activism recollects the exact moment, “I remember a bluish-white flash. I was thrown into the air and buried under debris. I could hear my classmates crying, ‘Mother, help me.’ Only a few of us crawled out — the rest were silent.” The cultural city of Hiroshima was destroyed beyond repair. Every standing hospital was flooded with dead and half living bodies. People ran helter-skelter in search of their beloved ones.

Even after this disaster, the Japanese leaders refused to back off. The American Government once more exhibited its nuclear power through the most catastrophic bomb of the series, “The Fat Man” named precisely for its power to create tragedy in the country. Dropped on 9th August 1945 in the city of Nagasaki at 11.02 AM, just three days after the terrible shock of The Little Boy, this one resulted in the immediate death of about 40,000 people.

In 1939, Albert Einstein had written a letter to then American President, Franklin D Roosevelt, warning him that Germany may be developing a nuclear power, leading to the launching of The Manhattan Project which created the two nuclear bombs which ended with tragic results. After the Hiroshima and Nagasaki incidents, when Einstein came to know about the devastation it caused, he deeply regretted that the letters he sent became the main cause of the launch of the project which created the bombs. He later became a strong advocate for world peace and worked with scientists to warn against further use of nuclear weapons.

The radiation from these two disastrous events has caused health problems that persist even in current generations. Decades later, the radioactive scars of Hiroshima and Nagasaki still echo through the bloodlines of survivors, leaving illnesses and genetic damage that refuse to fade.

Sadako Sasaki, a 2-year old girl, who survived the initial bombing, developed leukemia from the radiation exposure. During her time in hospital, she began folding papers and started making 1000 origami cranes believing that her wish would be granted according to a Japanese legend. She wished for the recovery of world peace. But before she could finish these 1000 cranes, she passed away at the age of 12 years. The rest of the cranes were finished by her friends, which later became the international symbol of peace and anti-nuclear hope.

The hibakusha - survivors of these nuclear bombs still plead that the nuclear power never be used again. They want their suffering to be the last of its kind.

We observe 6th August and 9th August as Hiroshima and Nagasaki days respectively, in order to commemorate, remember and honour the victims and to send the message of peace worldwide. The Flame of Peace in Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park is a constant reminder for nuclear disarmament. This ever-burning spark, which was lit in 1964, will keep burning till the last nuclear weapon on earth is destroyed.

Anavadya Pramod

IX C

"No war, no tears – a dream we must cherish ✨🕊️ #WorldPeace"

War is a situation where harmony and peace of a country is destroyed. The rich who causes the war live a happy life before and after the crisis . But the innocent poor citizens have to bear the consequences. Hiroshima, a city in Japan which was bombed by the US was one of the most tragic incidents in history.

     It was a peaceful land where people lived their daily lives happily. A day of sorrow occurred Aug 6th, 1945. It was a normal day just like any other day. Families started their mornings like usual, mothers feeding their babies, children getting ready for school. No one could imagine what their unpleasant fate was!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A nuclear bomb that destroyed the country and the future generations was the God's plan. No one expected the unbearable consequences that occurred as a result of the tragedy. Aside from industrial destructions, people also faced diseases that never lifted the city even after decades. The side effects of the nuclear attack is still going on in the country. As this incident shows you how destructive it was...It brought ruin...destroyed harmony and peace. Say No To War

SAUMYA SRAVAN (XB)

Hiroshima Day (Aug 6) Activity: "Say No to War" Posters 🌟🕊️

To create awareness about the devastating effects of war and promote peace and nuclear disarmament among children, the students of class 6 were given an activity to create posters with powerful messages and visuals conveying the importance of peace and the horrors of war during library period🌈💔. Students were encouraged to think creatively and express their thoughts and feelings about the importance of peace and the consequences of war 🌟💭The activity fostered a sense of empathy, compassion, and responsibility among students, encouraging them to become advocates for peace 🌟👏.

*प्रेमचंद दिवस समारोह *

३१ जुलाई, २०२५ को पी एम श्री के वी पांगोड में *प्रेमचंद दिवस* का आयोजन किया गया था 🎉📚। इस अवसर पर *मुंशी प्रेमचंद* द्वारा लिखित विभिन्न पुस्तकों की प्रदर्शनी लगाई गई थी, जिसमें उनके प्रसिद्ध उपन्यास जैसे *गोदान*, *निर्मला*, *गबन*, *प्रेमाश्रम*, और *कफन* शामिल थे 🌟।

इस समारोह का उद्देश्य *प्रेमचंद* की साहित्यिक विरासत को मनाना और छात्रों में *पढ़ने की संस्कृति* और *साहित्यिक रुचि* को बढ़ावा देना था 📖👏। पी एम श्री के वी पांगोड की लाइब्रेरी ने इस समारोह के आयोजन में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाई ¹।

 

"Potterheads Unite"! 🎉🎊 Celebrating Harry Potter's birthday at PM Shri KV Pangode library

PM Shri KV Pangode library hosted a magical celebration of Harry Potter's birthday through the "Potterheads Unite" program 🎊🎉. The event featured five exciting programs that engaged students and fostered a love for the wizarding world 🌟.

1.*Selfie with Harry Potter Books* 📸: Students took selfies with iconic Harry Potter books,                     capturing memorable moments.

2. *Harry Potter Book Review* 📝: Students wrote and shared reviews of their favorite Harry Potter books, showcasing their critical thinking and literary skills.

3. *Birthday Cards for Harry Potter* 🎂: Students created heartfelt birthday cards for Harry Potter, expressing their love for the character.

4. *Harry Potter Bookmarks* 📚: Students designed and crafted their own Harry Potter-themed bookmarks, promoting creativity and reading.

5. *Letter to Harry Potter* 📨: Students wrote letters to Harry Potter, wishing him a happy birthday and sharing their thoughts on the series.

The "Potterheads Unite" program was a resounding success, promoting *reading culture*, *creativity*, and *critical thinking* among students 🌟. The celebration effectively engaged Potterheads and fostered a sense of community within the library 📚👏.

"Celebrating 5 Years of NEP 2020: Empowering Futures through Knowledge"

 As we celebrate a significant milestone - 5 years of the National Education Policy 2020 on 29-7-25, the library of PM Shri KV Pangode is here with a display of books which represents the cornerstone of our educational journey . The display  showcases the rich array of resources available to support NEP 2020 objectives from NCERT textbooks for classes 5 to 10 to preparatory books for KVS exams which empower students to excel .As we celebrate 5 years of NEP 2020, let's reaffirm our commitment to providing quality education that prepares students for a brighter future 🌟.