Young orators took center stage in Shimla as the two-day B.L. Modi English Elocution Competition concluded in grand style at Bishop Cotton School. Bringing together talented students from 13 schools across the city, the event served as a vibrant celebration of poetry, prose, and the power of public speaking.
Participants wowed the audience with their confidence, vocal expression, and magnetic stage presence. Gracing the occasion as Chief Guest, Mahavir Singh, Vice Chancellor of Himachal Pradesh University, commended the high caliber of performance shown by the young speakers.
Senior Division Champions
Category 4 (Classes 9 and 10)
Best Speaker: Udbhavi from Loreto Convent, Tara Hall
Most Promising Speaker 1: Aarush Baru from Bishop Cotton School
Most Promising Speaker 2: Aarav Sharma from Sacred Heart Convent School, Dhalli
Category 5 (Classes 11 and 12)
Best Speaker: Dev Moon Jhanji from Bishop Cotton School
Most Promising Speaker 1: Pritha from Auckland House School
Most Promising Speaker 2: Arundhati Sharma from Loreto Convent, Tara Hall
The hosts expressed deep gratitude to the Chief Guest, visiting schools, mentors, and delegates whose passion made this year’s competition an unforgettable literary fiesta.
Poise and Passion: Shimla Schools Face Off at BCS B.L. Modi Elocution
Nurturing Creativity – Keekli Charitable Trust, Shimla
