NEWS & EVENTS
Welham Girls' School Blue Team emerged as champions at the 8th Diamond Jubilee Invitational Basketball Tournament, defeating Pinegrove School, Solan, 45–19 in the final.
Hosted at Welham Girls' School from 31 August to 2 September, the tournament brought together eight girls' basketball teams from schools across India. Ananya Vishal Thakkar was named Most Valuable Player of the Tournament. Congratulations to all the participating teams and players for their spirited performances and sportsmanship.
For two days, Welham Sahitya Spriha turned Welham Girls' School into a space for Hindi literature, ideas and dialogue. As part of the 10th edition of the Valley of Words International Literature and Arts Festival, the event brought together 12 distinguished authors and literary voices from across the country for 13 sessions that took students into the worlds behind the books.
From fiction and memoir to history, poetry and translation, the conversations travelled across a remarkable range of ideas. Authors spoke about the questions that shaped their writing, the worlds their books inhabit and the experiences behind their creative journeys. Students engaged directly with writers, turning each session into an open exchange rather than simply a discussion about a book.
Organised by Welham Girls' School in collaboration with Valley of Words, Sahitya Akademi and Union Bank, Welham Sahitya Spriha lived up to its theme, Beyond Words, To Ideas.
The inaugural Welham Robotics Championship (WRC) 2026 brought together schools from across the country for a day of robotics, technology and problem-solving, with Welham Girls' School emerging as the Overall Winners.
The championship featured five events: Fastest Line Follower, Drone Racing Challenge, Sandbox Innovation Challenge, Hackathon – Code & Solve, and Royal Rumble – Robot Combat. Each event offered students a different way to apply their understanding of technology, engineering and computational thinking.
For Welham Girls' School, hosting the WRC was another opportunity to create a space where students can engage with STEM through hands-on challenges and see their ideas take shape beyond the classroom.
The Inter-House Music and Dance Competition was held on 15 and 16 May 2026, providing students with an opportunity to showcase their talent, creativity, and dedication to the performing arts.
Over the course of two days, participants competed in a diverse range of events, including Vocal Duet, Sitar, Tabla, Group Song, A Cappella, and Band, alongside dance categories such as Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Folk Dance. The performances reflected months of preparation and highlighted the depth of musical and artistic talent across the school.
The competition celebrated both individual excellence and collaborative effort, encouraging students to develop confidence and an appreciation for artistic expression.
Hoopoe House emerged as the Overall Champion, earning the trophy through consistently strong performances across categories.
Welham Girls' School celebrated its 69th Birthday alongside the Investiture Ceremony, welcoming the newly elected Captain Body and student leaders.
We were honoured to have Dr. Pratibha Jolly, former Principal of Miranda House and Member of the Board of Governors, as our Chief Guest.
In her address, Ms. Vibha Kapoor, Principal, Welham Girls' School, shared that the new Captain Body has been chosen because they have consistently demonstrated leadership through their actions, thoughts, and conduct over the years. She also reminded students that leadership may not always be easy, but the rewards can be truly phenomenal.
A special highlight was the lighting of the candle by the outgoing Class XII, symbolically passing on responsibility and leadership to the incoming Class XI team.
In her speech, Dr. Jolly remarked that Welham provides every girl a strong platform-one that can serve as a launchpad to help her aim higher and build a successful future. She congratulated the Captain Body and extended her best wishes to the school.
From voting and celebrations to cake-cutting, cheers, and heartfelt farewells, the day reflected Welham's spirit of tradition, unity, and growth.
On 20 January 2026, Welham Girls’ School, in collaboration with the Doon Library and with the support of the Uttarakhand state government, hosted a special programme marking 250 years of Jane Austen: Her Legacy & Relevance Today.
From passionate readers and respected scholars to young writers and spirited quiz teams, the programme brought together generations bound by a shared love for Austen’s wit, insight, and enduring characters. Conceptualized by Shri N. Ravi Shanker and curated by Mrs. Radha Raturi and Mrs. Vibha Kapoor, the day was designed to spark curiosity, reflection, and joy in literature.
A creative writing competition showcased the imagination and depth of students from colleges across Dehradun, while a rich panel discussion explored Austen’s sharp social observations, her portrayal of women, and why her work continues to speak to modern audiences. The conversation was warm, engaging, and deeply resonant.
The distinguished panel featured Mr. Anil Raturi, former DGP of Uttarakhand and Chief Commissioner of Uttarakhand’s Right to Service Commission; Dr. Ruby Gupta, eminent academician and award-winning author; Dr. Chetna Pokhriyal from Doon University; Ms. Yauvanika Chopra, associated with the Valley of Words Literature and Arts Festival, Dehradun; and Dr. Shriya Goyal from DIT University. Their insights led to thoughtful reflection and engaging conversations with the audience.
The energy peaked with an exciting Jane Austen Quiz that tested literary knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking across varied and innovative rounds. Welham Girls’ School secured the first place, followed by Graphic Era University and UPES, Dehradun.
The day concluded with an inspiring address by the Chief Guest, reminding everyone why Jane Austen’s voice still matters, centuries later.