DPS International, Gurgaon, an IB continuum school, recently opened its campus for the lively “Royal Christmas” carnival to support Aliya Charitable Trust, a non-denominational nonprofit that provides critical medical aid and educational support to underprivileged children. Led by students, the event aimed to turn the school’s values of empathy and international-mindedness into concrete help for those in need.
The day-long celebration brought together students, parents, alumni and the wider Gurgaon community for a joyful mix of amusement rides, food stalls serving global cuisines, games, student performances, artisanal crafts and interactive activities. Every element of the carnival was designed and managed by the school’s students and staff, reflecting the institution’s strong emphasis on service-as-action and community engagement.
Proceeds from the carnival will directly benefit Aliya Charitable Trust’s ongoing initiatives that include free eye-checkup camps, distribution of spectacles, prosthetic limbs for children, financial assistance for life-saving paediatric surgeries, vaccination drives and hygiene-awareness workshops in slums and villages. During the carnival parade, where students and parents walked the ramp together, celebrating sustainability through creative attire—turning a joyful moment into a meaningful step towards caring for a cleaner, greener world
Rima Singh, Head of School, DPS International, Gurgaon, noted, “At DPS International, we see education as a journey that shapes both the mind and the heart, helping students grow into compassionate global citizen. The collaboration with Aliya Charitable Trust reinforces the school’s core belief that inclusive education and empathetic action are inseparable.”
