Alkira Secondary College came alive with colour, dance and cultural pride during its Beacon Diwali Celebration on 22 October.
The celebration welcomed guests, including Dr Sushil Kumar, Consul General of India, Federal MP Julian Hill, founding principal Ian Mackenzie, principal John Shaw, and co-principal Nalini Naidu.
School captains Sumana Rudresh and Aleesha Cornford represented the student body on stage.
A highlight of the day was the series of energetic student and teacher performances that filled the hall with music and movement.
School captain Sumana Rudresh performed the classical Indian dance Bharatnatyam, while Year 7 Hindi students blended traditional and modern styles to express the spirit of Diwali.
Teachers joined in with a group dance symbolising unity and shared joy.
The program was coordinated by Sonali Pendurkar, Alkira’s leading teacher for the Beacon Hindi Language Initiative.
The celebration also coincided with a visit from the Department of Education Languages Team, who oversee the Beacon Hindi and Punjabi Language Programs.
“The evening truly reflected Alkira’s commitment to multiculturalism, language education, and celebrating Diwali as a festival of light, unity, and shared happiness,” a spokesperson of the school said.
