{"id":2471,"date":"2026-08-24T21:16:20","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T15:46:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theleadernews.in\/?p=2471"},"modified":"2026-08-24T21:16:22","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T15:46:22","slug":"a-rakhi-of-love-gratitude-and-patriotism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theleadernews.in\/?p=2471","title":{"rendered":"A Rakhi of Love, Gratitude and Patriotism"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Challenger Public School Students Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with Indian Soldiers at Aundh Military Station<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PIMPRI : <\/strong>Students and teachers of Challenger Public School, Pimple Saudagar, celebrated Raksha Bandhan with Indian soldiers at Aundh Military Station in a warm, emotional and patriotic atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a gesture of love, respect and gratitude, the schoolgirls tied rakhis on the wrists of soldiers who remain steadfastly committed to protecting the nation. The students also interacted with the soldiers and expressed their heartfelt respect for their courage, dedication and service to the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking on the occasion, the students expressed their gratitude to the armed forces, saying, \u201cWe are able to live and study safely in our homes and schools because our brave soldiers protect the nation. Their dedication and sacrifice provide us with a secure environment, and we will always remain grateful to them.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The special initiative was organised under the guidance of Chairman Sandeep Kate and Principal Jyotika Malkani. Teachers Kartika Gaikwad and Saroj Tayade extended their support, encouraging the students to participate enthusiastically in the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the students, the occasion was much more than a Raksha Bandhan celebration. 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