Harmonious Voices Echo Through DPS Budgam at Inter-House Singing Contest

Budgam, June 17, 2026: The Inter-House Group Singing Competition for students of Classes VI to VIII was successfully conducted on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in the prestigious newly inaugurated and upgraded Mumtaz Soz Hall.

The event was organized with the objective of nurturing artistic and creative talents among students while providing them with a platform to enhance their confidence, teamwork, and stage presence. The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from students representing all houses, who showcased their musical abilities through captivating group performances.

The programme was gracefully hosted by student anchors Soomer Shah and Zaraa Imran, who conducted the proceedings with confidence and poise.

The event commenced with a welcome addressed by  Mr Ishtiyaq Tulla, Head, department of Music and Performing Arts,an AIR A-Grade Artist, and a Certified Sound Engineer. In his address, he expressed heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed Principal and the School Management for their continuous support of meaningful co-curricular activities alongside academics. He emphasized the importance of music and performing arts in the holistic development of students and highlighted the role of such competitions in fostering creativity, discipline, teamwork, and self-confidence.

Mr. Tulla further shared that the selected participants are being trained for an upcoming Music and Performing Arts Festival, an initiative aimed at extending music and art education opportunities to students from schools where such facilities are limited or unavailable. The proposed festival will feature a three-day workshop-cum-training programme, inter-school competitions, art exhibitions, and awareness sessions for youth on topics such as music education, sound physics, and neuroacoustics. The Principal assured full support for the initiative and expressed her desire to see DPS Budgam students participate in and excel at higher levels of artistic and cultural programmes.

The performances were adjudged by a distinguished panel of judges comprising Mr. Mehraj, Ms. Nasira, and Mr. Suhail from the Music and Kashmiri Departments. Participants were evaluated on various musical, linguistic, and artistic parameters.

The results of the competition were as follows:

Manasbal House – First Position

Nigeen House – Second Position

Dal House – Third Position

At the conclusion of the event, the Principal appreciated the efforts of the Music and Performing Arts Department and congratulated all participating students for their dedication and hard work. Special appreciation was extended to the young musicians Ahmed Khant and Mohd. Ibaad, who skillfully accompanied the performances as rhythmists and played a significant role in providing musical support for the event.

Their contribution was made possible under the guidance and coordination of their teachers, Mr. Ehsan-ul-Haq and Mr. Arif, who were instrumental in composing, arranging, and presenting the musical segments of the programme.

Concluding the event, Mrs Glory George( principal) appreciated the efforts, encouraged students to continue pursuing their talents with passion, commitment, and excellence. The competition concluded with the announcement of results and the presentation of trophies, medals, and certificates to the winning houses.

The event proved to be a memorable and enriching experience for all participants and reflected the school’s unwavering commitment to providing diverse opportunities for students to excel beyond the classroom and develop into confident, creative, and responsible individuals.