Dehradun, Dec. 31 -- The 17th Annual Day celebration was held recently at Shigally Hill International Academy, here, with much fanfare and enthusiasm. The MCs Deepti Gurung and Priti Karki hosted the event. The Chief Guest was Rajiv Bhartari, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests.

The ceremonial lamp was lit by the Chief Guest, the founder Principal Dr Appleby and a parent. The school choir sang 'Mangal Gaan'.

The programme included a Russian folk dance. The theme for the Annual Day was 'Bagheshwari', which depicted the conservation of Tigers and the 'Save The Tigers' Campaign. It was choreographed and scripted by the performing arts Guru, Sharmila Bhartari, an accomplished classical Odissi dancer.

The dance drama was performed by the d...