Bhopal, Jan. 28 -- One of the most reputed educational institutions in the state capital, St Joseph's Convent School, Eidgah Hills, marked Republic Day with the unfurling of the national flag amid scenes of celebration as the alma mater exhorted students to "Be the beacon of integrity."

School alumna, teacher, and municipal councillor Priyanka Mishra was the chief guest at the event, which was attended by a large number of students and teachers.

The junior school band presented the guard of honour to the chief guest before she joined Sister Stenia to hoist the tricolour to mark the Republic Day festivities. Following this, a prayer service was held. At the end of the prayer service, the students' choir sang the hymn "Bharat Mera Ab Rahe S...