The Fact News Service
Ropar, February 20
Ambuja Manovikas Kendra (AMK), a dedicated education institution for children with special needs in Ropar, Punjab, commemorated its 25th anniversary on Wednesday with a vibrant and heartfelt celebration. The youthful event was infused with an atmosphere of joy, laughter, and exuberance, as students, parents, and supporters gathered to honor the school’s remarkable journey of 25 years and unwavering commitment to service.
Founded in 1999 under the visionary leadership of the late Suresh Neotia, Ex-Chairman of Ambuja Foundation, Ambuja Manovikas Kendra (AMK) began as a modest school in Ropar. Today, it has expanded into a grand around 3-acres that offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to students with special needs. The institution provides early intervention, special education, therapeutic support, sensory integration rooms, aquatic therapy, home-based rehabilitation, life skills training, vocational courses, and skill development initiatives for the students and their families. Over the last 25 years, AMK has positively impacted the lives of more than 500 differently-abled children and adults, empowering them through specialized programs designed to foster their growth and rehabilitation.
The Guest of honor for the event was Gurvinder Singh Bahra, Chairman and Chancellor, Rayat Bahra University. Other dignitaries present at the event were officials from Ambuja Cements, Dr. R.S. Parmar, Pearl Tiwari- CEO, Ambuja Foundation and Chandrakant Kumbhani- COO, Ambuja Foundation along with supporters and parents who have been instrumental in AMK’s growth.
During the celebration, the students showcased their incredible talents, delivering powerful performances that addressed social issues and celebrated friendship, while also thrilling the audience with an energetic dance display. The senior students further captivated the crowd with a unique fashion show, featuring creative outfits that added an extra layer of excitement to the event.
Talking about Ambuja Manovikas Kendra, Ms Pearl Tiwari, CEO, Ambuja Foundation, said, “Ambuja Foundation is committed to the development of all segments of society and it fills us with immense satisfaction and joy witnessing these children sing, dance, present and seem so confident and independent. Through Ambuja Manovikas Kendra, we have been empowering children with special needs for the past 25 years, helping them acquire essential life skills and fostering their journey toward self-reliance.”
It is a moment of pride for AMK to show off that in the past 21 years, 10 students have represented India at the World Special Summer and Winter Olympics winning 14 medals for the country. They have been felicitated at the national and state level for their achievements. AMK’s Youth with Special Needs have also set up their own rakhi and diya-making enterprises. All these students were felicitated by the dignitaries during the celebration.
