Bhubaneswar: SAI International School, one of India’s leading institutions, successfully hosted SAI Confluence 2025, an inspiring cultural and thought-leadership evening themed ‘Udaan@100 India Rising’ today, commemorating India’s journey toward 100 years of independence, to be celebrated in 2047. The confluence brought together students, parents, educators, and distinguished guests to reflect on India’s past, celebrate its present, and envision its future.
The programme commenced with a grand symphony, followed by a solemn invocation dance, setting a spiritually uplifting and patriotic tone for the evening. These performances were presented by students across multiple classes.
This was followed by a formal welcome by Dr. Silpi Sahoo, Chairperson, SAI International Education Group, which set the tone for an evening anchored in pride, values, and national consciousness.
In her address, Dr. Silpi Sahoo highlighted the transformative role of education in nation-building, stating, “‘Udaan@100 India Rising’ is not merely a celebration of India’s journey, but a powerful reminder of the responsibility our children shoulder as torchbearers of the nation’s future. Education today must go beyond academics to shape responsible, empathetic, and future-ready citizens. At SAI, we believe in a holistic approach that instills pride in our heritage, encourages critical thinking, nurtures emotional intelligence, and fosters compassion to lead. Through platforms like SAI Confluence, we strive to develop globally competent yet deeply rooted individuals who will shape India@2047 with integrity, innovation, and purpose.”
The event also featured the Holistic Parenting Award Presentation, honoring parents as vital partners in shaping balanced, value-driven individuals and recognising their role in nurturing well-rounded personalities grounded in values.
The highlight of the evening was a compelling dance drama by the SAIoneers, tracing India’s civilisational and national journey. Class IV depicted India’s ancient and medieval legacy, followed by Class V portraying the colonial era and freedom struggle, and Class VI capturing the historic dawn of independence in 1947.
The narrative then moved into India Rising, with Class VII showcasing nation-building and progress, and Class VIII celebrating India’s achievements in culture, sports, and its growing global identity.
The grand finale, ‘Udaan@100 – India of the Future’, was presented by Class IX, envisioning India@2047 driven by innovation, inclusivity, sustainability, and youthful leadership.
The evening concluded with a powerful closing performance by Class XI, symbolising confidence, responsibility, and the readiness of India’s youth to lead the nation forward.
This was followed by a vote of thanks from the school leadership, reaffirming SAI International School’s commitment to holistic education that seamlessly blends academics, culture, values, and national ethos.
SAI Confluence 2025 stood as a testament to the institution’s vision of empowering students to honor the past, engage meaningfully with the present, and confidently take flight toward the future — truly embodying the spirit of ‘Udaan@100 India Rising’.
