Celebrating Education: Embracing the Future

In Association with Life Skills Journal, Study Base, and Lamp Post Trust
New Delhi | November 7, 2025

Education in India is entering a new era — one that values emotional strength as much as academic excellence. “Celebrating Education: Embracing the Future” is a landmark initiative bringing together India’s most visionary educators, thought leaders, and changemakers to honor excellence, innovation, and emotional intelligence in schools.

The event, celebrated education beyond academics — focusing on building emotionally resilient, confident, and future-ready learners. Organized in association with Life Skills Journal, Study Base, and Lamp Post Trust, the program recognized schools, principals, and organizations making outstanding contributions to life skills, emotional well-being, and confidence education across India.

The event Celebrating Education: Embracing the Future honored outstanding individuals and institutions for their exceptional contributions to educational leadership, life skills development, AI integration, CSR, and holistic well-being in schools.

The ceremony began with the Excellence in Educational Leadership, presented by Ms. Ashish Singh. The award recognized the remarkable leadership and dedication of Ms. Rabiaah’ Bhatia, Dr. Reetika Bhandari, , Ms. Sonia, Ms. Sakshi Gaba, Ms. Geetanjali Pandit, Ms. Shailza Taneja, and Brig. Arun Gupta.

In Category 2: Outstanding Community Engagement & CSR in Education, Ms. Shahnaz Perveen and Ms. Madhu from Lamp Post Trust where recognized for their exemplary work in strengthening the bond between classrooms and communities through meaningful CSR initiatives that inspire generosity and social responsibility.

Category 3: Best Integration of AI in Education honored Ms. Monika Koul Sultan for her pioneering efforts in embedding artificial intelligence into teaching and learning systems, elevating the quality and accessibility of modern education.

In Category 4: Best School in Life Skills & Safety Education, presented by Ms.Mahima, CSR Head Bata -several distinguished leaders and institutions were recognized for ensuring students grow with emotional intelligence, resilience, and essential life skills. The awardees included Ms. Savita Nehra, Mr. S.K. Saxena of Rukmani Devi Jaipuria Public School, Ms. Sheba Thapar of Sacredstep Experiential Learning, Ms. Anubha Srivastava of Delhi International School Edge, Ms. Smita Sharma Dabas of Ramjas School Anand Parvat, Ms. Priya Gambhir of St. Teresa School, and Dr. C. B. Mishra of the Prudence Group of Schools.

The grand finale, Category 5: Principal of the Year – Confidence & Well-Being Leadership, was presented by Ms. Mahima Chandra, Global Lead – CSR at Bata Group. This recognition celebrated leaders who champion emotional well-being, confidence-building, and holistic development in their institutions. The honorees included Mr. Vikrant Sharma, Dr. Pooja Malhotra, Dr. Alka Kapur, Dr. Shivani Sahni, and Ms. Monieka Khanna.

Special recognitions included the Jury of Honor, awarded to Ms. Archana Gupta and Dr. Renu Saxena for their expertise and contribution to the selection process.

A note of gratitude was extended to the supporters and partners whose commitment enriched the event: Sabri, Tent and More, and Mayur Studio.

The celebration was further elevated by the presence of distinguished educators and thought leaders, including Sakshi Gaba, Monieka Khanna, Dr. Reetika Bhandari, Geetanjali Pandit, Dr. Alka Kapur, Dr. Shivani Sahni, Harish Choudhary, and Dr. Pooja Malhotra. Their participation and insights added exceptional value to an evening dedicated to honoring excellence and shaping the future of holistic education in India.

About the Initiative

The Celebrating Education initiative is a part of Life Skills Journal’s larger mission to promote confidence, emotional intelligence, and safety awareness among students.
Led Life Skills Journal, the organization has previously conducted notable programs such as the Confidence Hackathon in collaboration with DLF School, Ambience School, and Buland NGO—aimed at nurturing a bully-free, emotionally strong generation.

“Every child deserves a bully-free life and must be equipped to handle life’s challenges with confidence,”
— Deepshikha,

“Education today must not only focus on grades but also on grace, grit, and growth.”
— Ms. Madhu, Lamp Post Trust

Study Base: Empowering Education through Technology

The event’s digital transformation partner and sponsor, Study Base, is a leading educational SaaS platform providing comprehensive digital solutions for schools—including CRM, ERP, LMS, Online Store, and Digital Marketing tools.

With over 800 institutions across 20+ cities and 7+ states leveraging its platform, Study Base has redefined how institutions manage and deliver education. Recognized by the Government of Rajasthan and featured by Inc42 among emerging startups, Study Base continues to set benchmarks in educational innovation.

“Our mission is simple — to simplify education through technology and help schools focus on what truly matters: teaching and learning,”
said Mr. Saurabh Vyas, Founder, Studybase.
“Partnering with Life Skills Journal for ‘Celebrating Education’ reflects our shared vision of creating emotionally intelligent and digitally empowered future leaders.”

Voices from the Partners

“Education today is not just about imparting knowledge—it’s about nurturing character, resilience, and curiosity.”
—Dr Renu Saxena

“We believe in the power of collaboration. By bringing together visionary schools, passionate educators, and life skill experts, we are building a collective movement to empower both teachers and students.”
— Ms. Archana Gupta, Director, Life Skills Journal & Healer

Adding to this ethos, the event’s Wellness Partner, Salad Box, underscored the importance of physical and emotional nourishment.

“True education extends beyond books—it’s about balance, nourishment, and self-awareness. We aim to inspire educators and students to prioritize holistic well-being as part of their daily lives,”
said a spokesperson from Salad Box.

Recognizing Schools that Lead with Purpose

A distinguished jury comprising Ms. Mahima Chandra (Global Lead – CSR, Bata Group), Mr. Gambhir Agarwal (Relaxo Foundation), and Mr. Ashish Singh (ABP Live) nominated 25 outstanding schools from Delhi for their contributions to life skills education, emotional wellness, and innovative pedagogy.

Their expertise ensured that the Education Leadership Awards celebrated genuine innovation and empathy-driven leadership.

The event also featured a panel discussion on AI in Education, Emotional Health, and Confidence Building, engaging top educationists, psychologists, and CSR leaders on how to balance digital growth with human connection.

“True leadership in education isn’t about control—it’s about connection.”
— Ms. Geetanjali Pandit, HR Thought Leader & Author

“The soul of education is empathy—technology must only amplify it.”
— Ms. Sonia, Educator, Cdial

Conclusion

Education today stands at a defining crossroads where technology, empathy, and emotional intelligence must converge to prepare learners for the future.

“Celebrating Education: Embracing the Future” is not just an event—it is a movement that honors the unsung heroes of education: schools, teachers, and leaders shaping young minds with compassion, creativity, and purpose.

Hosted at Kumsum, GK-II, with creative support from The Tent & More, the event beautifully combined innovation, wellness, and community spirit to celebrate those redefining the soul of education.

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