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National School Band Competition strengthens discipline, teamwork and leadership -Shri Sanjay Kumar<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n


\nNational School Band Competition 2025\u201326 inaugurated as Part of Republic Day Celebrations 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

18 school bands from across the nation, showcase their talent at a National Stage<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Posted On: 24 JAN 2026 3:20PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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The Grand Finale of National School Band Competition (NSBC) 7, 2025\u201326, organised as part of the Republic Day Celebrations (RDC)\u20132026, has been inaugurated by Shri Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy, DoSEL and Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Defence at National Bal Bhavan, New Delhi today. This marks a significant milestone in promoting discipline, teamwork and musical excellence among school students across the country.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The DoSEL promotes holistic development of students in alignment with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 giving financial support to various programmes under Samagra Shiksha & PM SHRI scheme.\u00a0 The National School Band Competition 7.0 2025\u201326 brings together 18 school bands from across the nation, showcasing their talent at a national stage as part of the Republic Day Celebrations and continues to serve as a unique platform for fostering unity, discipline and cultural pride among India\u2019s youth. This year 18 band teams from 11 States have been shortlisted for the finale (list annexed) through State- and Zonal-level competitions. At the State-Level Competitions, 763 teams comprising 18013 children participated; while at the Zonal Level, 94 teams have been shortlisted.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Addressing the gathering, Shri Sanjay Kumar emphasised the significance of art integrated education including events such as the National School Band Competition in nurturing leadership, discipline, teamwork and holistic development among students. He reiterated the sustained commitment of Ministry of Education to promoting diverse talents beyond the classroom, in consonance with the vision and objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

He further noted that the tradition of school bands is deeply inspired by the armed forces, where music has historically served as a powerful symbol of valour, unity and morale. Even in the most challenging wartime conditions, military bands have played a vital role in motivating troops and strengthening bonds of camaraderie and collective spirit. He added that participation at the national level itself is a significant milestone, reflecting months of rigorous practice and dedication by students.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh in his address, appreciated the collaboration between the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Education in institutionalising the competition as part of Republic Day Celebrations and noted with satisfaction the increase in the number of schools & children participating in the competition over the years. He lauded the students for their dedication, precision and musical excellence, noting that such initiatives instil a deep sense of patriotism and national service among young learners.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Amarpreet Duggal, Joint Secretary, DoSEL presented the Vote of Thanks. She expressed gratitude to all dignitaries, participating schools, mentors and organising teams for their efforts in making the event a success.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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List of Participating teams at Grand Finale: –<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Sl. No.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nState\/UT<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nNo. of Schools<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nName and Address of the School<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nCategory<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys \/ Girls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Chhattisgarh<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nThe Great India Sainik School,<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Godhi Mandir Hasaud, Bhansoj Road, Nawagaon, Raipur.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

Pipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGovt. Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Raj Nagar \u2013 II Extn., Palam Colony, New Delhi.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGovt. Boys Sr. Secondary School Badli.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Gujarat<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nShree Swami Narayan Gurukul Kumar Vidyalaya, Gir Somnath.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Jharkhand<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n3<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nSt. Xavier\u2019s High School Lupungutu, Chaibasa, West Singhbhum.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kairali School Sec-2, HEC Township, Dhurwa, Ranchi.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Kanke, Ranchi.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Karnataka<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya ASC Centre, Bangalore.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n<\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nSMT. PS Shiva Shankarappa EM Residential School, Davangere<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Kerala<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPM Shri Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Periye, Kasaragod.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nProvidence Girls Higher Secondary School, Kozhikode.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Maharashtra<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nSanjivini Sainik School & Junior College, Kopargaon, Dist. Ahilyanagar.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nDon Bosco High School & Junior College, Tagore Nagar, Vikhroli East, Mumbai.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Rajasthan<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPM SHRI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Suratgarh, Sriganga Nagar.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nPipe Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Tripura<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nHoly Cross High School, Karbook, Gomati.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    \n
  1. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n
Uttar Pradesh<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nSt. Joseph College, Ruchi,<\/strong><\/span>
\nKhand-1, Shardanagar, Aashiyana, Lucknow.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n		Brass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nGirls<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nCity Montessori School Kanpur Road, LDA, Lucknow.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11.<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nAndhra Pradesh<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n1<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nMontessori\u00a0Indus Residential School<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBrass Band<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBoys<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n11 States\/UTs<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n18<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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