"Writing is like falling in love" says Amish Tripathi

Kendriya Vidyalaya, Embassy of India, Kathmandu organized an interaction with one of the most happening writers of India, Mr. Amish Tripathi on 24th September, Monday, 2012 at 1.00 pm in the Resource Room where he was introduced by Mr.Santhosh Kumar Kana(PGT-English) and welcomed by the Principal, Dr.Cicy Roy Mathew. Students of Classes XI and XII were eagerly waiting to have a glimpse of their favourite writer whose first two books of Shiva triology have already become popular among them.

"The best thing about writing is that i am essentially in an imaginary world which is of course real for me. I like the parallel world that i create. The pleasure and beauty of it can't be described. Writing for me is like falling in love, it can never be systematic", said Amish. When asked about him being compared to Paulo Coelho, "the business world has been so kind to me" was his reply in his characteristic humour. He shared his days at IIM, Kolkata and his school days and how he never used to write even a short story or poem!! "I never planned to be a writer, it started as a pure philosophy thesis on evil" was his reply to Mast. Hardik Bothra's(the school captain,boy)question. Hardik has read "The Immortals of Meluha" and "The Secret of the Nagas" and is waiting for the third book to release. He has always looked forward to meet the writer. "It is a dream come true for me. I am here talking to the writer directly though a reader converses with the writer while reading his/her books. This is a special feeling. My copies of Amish's books will be special for me hereafter as they carry his autograph for me. Thanks to Santhosh sir for motivating me to read the books and organizing this.", said an excited Hardik.

                      Mast. Hardik Bothra, Mr.Santhosh Kumar Kana and Mr. Amish Tripathi
"I never got the idea of being a writer, the idea got me. The lord wants to bless all of us and we need to be open to this fact." said Amish when a student asked about how he conceived the idea of writing a book.
After watching the trailor of his book "The Immortals of Meluha" which was a new promotion strategy, Amish said, "most of don't know how money works".

Referring to the success of Pranoy Roy who studied Psephology when it was not even thought of in India, Amish motivated the students to follow their passion and realise that many times it is better to have no constraints in one's mind as it would be easier to break records when we are unaware of the previous records.

He took time to watch the trailer of the short film made by Mr.Santhosh Kumar Kana along with the students of Class XII and autographed his books for the school library.

"Congratulations to Dr.Cicy Roy Mathew and her teachers and students for their committed work", wrote Amish in the visitors' book.

"Writing is Meditative" says Ms.Advaita Kala

                      Mr.Santhosh Kumar Kana, Dr.Cicy Roy Mathew(Principal) & Ms.Advaita Kala

"Writing is meditative and the best way to be a good writer is to be a good reader" said Ms.Advaita Kala during her interaction with the students of Class XII commerce and science at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Embassy of India, Kathmandu on 22.09.12. The session started at 1.00 pm when Mr. Santhosh Kumar Kana, PGT-English introduced her and Dr. Cicy Roy Mathew, Principal welcomed her on behalf of the students and staff. The fact that she was a student of KV, Kathmandu in the year 1986 made her visit special for her, the students and the staff as well. She was quite excited about this unique and memorable opportunity to visit her alma mater and interact with the students and staff who know her as the story writer of the films "Anjaana Anjaani" and "Kahaani".

By her informal approach she made the students and teachers comfortable and there followed a spate of questions on creative writing, working in films etc. Here are the snippets from her response:

• I am basically very fond of thrillers and i have loved watching "The Unusual Suspects" and "The Sixth Sense".
• I find writing a book or a column more satisfying and appealing than writing for films because films are the result of a collaborative work whereas writing is a very female-friendly activity that can be done at one's convenience.
• Being a hotelier, i have come across people who have inspired me profoundly. For example, Mr. Vinod Bhatia. I feel Hospitality is an underrated profession though the scenario is changing gradually.
• I too went through many career options when I was a student. I wanted to be an engine driver at one point!!! I think most people take wrong decisions because they don't have money.
• Though there is an element of "luck" in everything, I strongly believe that Hard work is the basis of all and  I believe in Karma/dharma that your success shouldn't be at the cost of somebody's hardwork.
• An artist is who needs an environment of love and reinforcement. He/she should have a job that liberates them.Writing is more a question of "Who I am" than "What I do".Writing is therapeutic and I used to write at a very early age but I got them published quite later. 

She distributed the prizes to the Best Student Teachers and found time to write a line for each on their prize books. Leaving her signature and comments on a chart that carried the line "Dear Alumnus, Welcome Home", she thanked the Principal, staff and students for making it a memorable day of her life. The visitors' book of K.V.Kathmandu now carries a message from a celebrity alumnus.

KV KATHMANDU MAKES A MOVIE

A short film has been made on the story EVANS TRIES AN O-LEVEL prescribed for Class XII English Supplementary Reader. Directed by Santhosh Kumar Kana, PGT-English, KV, Kathmandu and scripted and edited by Master Asim Krishna Prasad, the premiere was held on 20th July, Friday, 2012 in the Resource Room of the vidyalaya in the presence of the Principal, Dr. Cicy Roy Mathew, staff and students.

The movie can be watched here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_yVhEU4t-8&feature=youtu.be

BHARATHANATYAM CLASSES FOR STUDENTS

Dance classes(Bharatanatyam)are held every Tuesday and Friday for the students after the school hours.

INVESTITURE CEREMONY AND CCA DAY

The Investiture Ceremony and CCA day, 2012 was held on 3rd July, 2012 at 10.00 am in the school. Sri Alok Kumar Sharma, Managing Director, Nepal SBI Bank Ltd. was the chief guest for the day. Sri Ranjan Pratap Singh, Chairman's Nominee, Kv, Kathmanu graced the occasion.

                                                 Sri Alok Kumar Sharma, lighting the lamp
The day started with the welcome speech by the principal, Dr. Cicy Roy Mathew followed by the investiture ceremony where the student council members were adorned with their portfolio badges. After the oath taking, the winners of last year's CCA competition were given prizes by the chief guest. 

The chief guest in his address emphasized the need for students to develop soft skills along with academic excellence.

The cultural programmes by the students added grandeur to the occasion.

A day of healing by Srestha Satyavati Narayani Ma

The session on "Modern Methods of Meditation to Reduce Stress" by Srestha Satyavati Narayani Ma(Villy Doctor) on 22nd June, 2012 at Kendriya vidyalaya, Kathmandu for the students of Class IX to XII was a enlightening one. It started at 9.30 am when the Principal Dr.Cicy Roy Mathew welcomed Ma and introduced her to the students and staff.

The students and teachers took part in the meditation guided by Ma that taught them step by step how to awaken the energy within.

The session came to an end by 11.30 am with the vote of thanks given by Mrs. Ieline Theophilus, PGT-Economics.

                                           students and teachers during the session

                                Ma with the volunteers and Principal, Dr. Cicy Roy Mathew

                                                            Ma during the session

THE CREEPY ISLAND

My friends and I had been evacuated at last. When we were being taken to Chicago on a vacation trip, our plane was suddenly shot at. It burst into flames but one part of its body with all of us safe fell down to the earth. The other part had fallen into the sea. Soon we found that it was an unknown island with hills, forest, rivers, caves and swamps. Luckily I realized that my phone was safe in my pocket and soon tried to connect with our parents but due to our bad luck there wasn’t any network in the areas where we crash landed.

The island was surrounded by sea. We soon found a fresh water spring. The immediate need was of searching a place for shelter since we never knew how and when we could be rescued. So we began to search a place for camp with fresh water supply and some fruit trees nearby. When we had gone ahead, we heard a mysterious sound. I said to Ashish, “What creature can it be, calling so mysteriously?” He was dazed but said, “It might be a monster or a demon who swallows the victim alive”.

The cry was heard again and to our amazement we saw a shadow approaching toward us. “Look, Ashish!!We are totally dead”, I exclaimed. He yelled like a mad man. Then both of us grappled the shadowy figure but to our amazement it was Allen who had thought to freeze our blood for fun, but the wild cries would still be heard.

Finally, we selected a place for camp in between the trees and the fresh water spring at the southern-coast of the island. We brought dry branches, wood, dried grass and leaves from nearby trees. We thought it would be a safe place to camp. In case of any danger, we could go to the near by caves. The cliffs could help in attracting the attention of the rescuing party.

Soon after two days surviving in the unknown island a helicopter spotted us and we were rescued. Our courage, fearless trip, commandership and above all, the creepy jungle sense, kept us alive!!!

Soon after we came to know that the island, where we had crash landed was called “Topo Island”…………..

A true experience by: Rohan Mammen Roy & Ashish, Class-X