"Where there is music and dance, there is joy and togetherness." As the First Semester Examinations concluded and with the Dussehra holidays around the corner, a vibrant Dandiya Celebration was organized at St. Francis of Assisi School, Chikodi, on Tuesday, 6th October 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for the students of Nursery to Standard X. The school quadrangle was beautifully decorated with a colorful festive backdrop to set the holiday mood. All the students came dressed in vibrant, traditional Navratri attire—girls in elegant ghagra-cholis and boys in bright kurta-pyjamas—which added immensely to the festive spirit of the school campus. The celebration commenced with students gathering in class-wise circles on the school ground to perform the Dandiya dance. Soon, students from Nursery to Std X, alongside their teachers, danced joyfully to the rhythm of traditional Garba and Dandiya music. The energy, enthusiasm, and coordination of the children were truly captivating, and the best students dance as well as the outstanding teachers dancers were recognized and appreciated for their enthusiasm. During the event, the Principal, Rev. Fr. Jeson Fernandes, addressed the gathering. He extended his warm wishes to all the students for a very Happy Dussehra and congratulated them on successfully completing their First Semester examinations. The celebration created an atmosphere of pure joy, unity, and cultural appreciation. Sweet treats were distributed to all the children at the end, making it a delightful, stress-relieving event after their exams and a perfect start to the Dussehra vacation. The program officially concluded at 4:00 PM.