Shree Hari Niketan All India Cultural Olympics Contest & Dance 2026
Date: 17 January 2026
Students of Essence International School achieved commendable success at the Shree Hari Niketan All India Cultural Olympics Contest & Dance 2026, demonstrating excellence, discipline, and artistic proficiency across multiple dance categories.
The Group Semi-Classical Dance team of Essence International School secured the First Prize, with a refined and well-coordinated performance by Swara Devtale, Adya Ajmire, Soumya Jha, Atharvi Turkar, Parnavi Tabhane, and Naveenya Pendam.
Further enhancing the school’s achievement, the Group Folk Dance team also earned the First Prize, presenting an energetic and culturally rich performance by Gauri Dhone, Sandhya Roge, Shubee Balki, Arya Karemore, Swara Dhote, Aarohi Moon, and Pritakshi Moon.
In the Solo Dance category, Ruvee Girey (KG I) was awarded the First Position in Folk Dance (Sub-Junior), while Vidhi Balpande (Class 9C) secured the Second Position in Bharatanatyam (Junior).
The school proudly acknowledges the dedicated efforts and achievements of its dance faculty. Mrs. Kavita, Mrs. Neha Gore, and Ms. Drishti Sadashivam, Dance Teachers at Essence International School, played a significant role in guiding and mentoring the students.
Additionally, Mrs. Neha Gore brought further honour to the institution by securing the First Prize in the Super Mom – Kathak category through her outstanding performance.
Essence International School extends its sincere congratulations to all participants for their noteworthy achievements and for upholding the prestige of the institution.
