Bhubaneswar: The corridors of Raj Bhavan bore witness to something special on Monday, the brightest young minds of SAI International, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Odisha’s best, celebrated by the Governor, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati at the stately New Abhisekh Hall.
In a moment that epitomized excellence, dedication, grit, and the right kind of guidance, SAI International’s top achievers were felicitated in a grand ceremony alongside board toppers from BSE, CBSE, and ICSE, with proud parents basking in long-deserved recognition.
Governor Kambhampati hailed the students as “Odisha’s shining stars,” urging them to fuse academic brilliance with ethical leadership and compassion. “Your success is a tribute to your parents’ sacrifices and your teachers’ relentless efforts,” he said, emphasizing the National Education Policy 2020’s role in shaping holistic, globally competent youth.
Dr. Silpi Sahoo, Chairperson, SAI International Education Group, echoed the sentiment, stating, “At SAI, we don’t just create toppers—we nurture visionaries. Today’s achievers are tomorrow’s leaders, ready to transform challenges into opportunities with empathy and innovation.Im am humbled to see my SAIoneers felicitated at this grand ceremony at Raj Bhavan and my deepest gratitude to parents for the support they give us and their kids.”
Parents, their eyes glistening with pride, shared heartfelt reflections. “This moment is the culmination of years of trust in SAI’s values. Seeing our child here today reminds us that education is not just about grades, but about building character.”
Her mother added, “The late nights, the doubts, the encouragement from teachers—it all comes alive in this honour. SAI didn’t just teach our child; they believed in them.”- reflected SAIoneer Aahana Parija’s parent.
Her grandfather, watching quietly from the audience, smiled as he shared his thoughts: “At my age, you see many things come full circle. Today, I see not just my granddaughter’s success, but the fruit of a school’s faith in its children. That is rare, and that is precious.”
Aahana Parija, reflecting on the ceremony, shared, “Standing in Raj Bhavan, surrounded by Odisha’s finest, I felt immense pride not just in my achievement, but in being part of an institution that turns dreams into milestones. This is SAI’s legacy—we don’t follow paths; we create them.”
As the evening unfolded at Abhisekh Hall, one thing stood out- SAIoneers don’t just learn; they achieve, inspire, and lead. The Governor’s felicitation marked a milestone, yet for SAI International, it was another chapter in its unwavering mission to shape tomorrow’s changemakers.
The event, graced by Odisha’s First Lady Jayshree Kambhampati and Principal Secretary N.B.S. Rajput, celebrated 25 academic stars across boards. With discipline and humility as the Governor’s parting message, SAI’s scholars left with more than accolades—they carried forward a promise to lead with purpose.
