The Department of English of Ideal Indian School hosted the Ideal Literati – an Inter School Dramatic Monologue and Extempore Competition on 19th September 2024 in the KG Auditorium. The competition was inaugurated by the School Principal, Mr. Sheik Shamim Saheb. The event attracted a multitude of literary enthusiasts from various Indian schools in Qatar.
The extempore competition was a captivating display of spontaneous speaking abilities and sharp thinking. The unpredictable aspect of extempore speaking posed difficulties, requiring participants to think quickly and deliver coherent, well-organized responses within a limited time.
Aditya Jain from DPS Modern Indian School secured the first position, Avika Gaur from DPS Monarch International School secured the second position and Afrin Salma of Ideal Indian School secured the third position.
The Inter School Dramatic Monologue competition effectively fostered literary knowledge and strengthened bonds among students. More than just the excitement of winning, the event highlighted a shared enthusiasm for literature, leaving a lasting impression on everyone involved.
Mohamed Areeb of Ideal Indian School secured the first position, Evelyn Johnly from MES Indian School secured the second position and Nezli Abdul Lathief from Shantiniketan Indian School secured third position.
Both competitions were evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges, including Member of Toast Masters Ms. Najla Azad, Toast Master Ms. Neha Yusuf, and Toast Master, Ms. Nirmala Raghuraman.
Following the competition, a valedictory function was held where the Principal of Ideal Indian School Mr. Sheik Shamim Saheb, awarded trophies & certificates to the winners. The Principal of Ideal Indian School, Mr. Shaik Shamim Saheb congratulated the students, teachers and participants from the schools in Doha. He underscored the importance of literature in students’ lives, portraying it as a lifelong companion. He expressed gratitude to Mr. Anwar Sadath, AHM-Academics and Head of English, Ms. Ryhanath PI, the Event Coordinator and their team for their outstanding success. The Principal also thanked all section heads for their supportive role in executing the innovative Ideal Literati program.
The gathering was welcomed by Ms. Poornima Ramesh and the vote of thanks was proposed by Ms. Shebin Basheer. Master Rishi Balan, Master Suhail Sadik and Miss Aysha Ziya were the comperes of the competition.