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INVESTITURE

ILOAs Investiture Ceremony:
A day filled with pomp and grandeur

"Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s Milan Thomas of Class XII-A was appointed as
about taking care of those in your charge." — the President, Aaditya Biju of Class XII-A as the
SIMON SINEK Head Boy, and Akshaya Leonard of Class XII-B
Committed to nurturing future global leaders, as the Head Girl. The Vice Head Boy and
Indian Learners’ Own Academy celebrated its ViceHead Girl, Leo Johnson and Steffy Syam,
15th Investiture Ceremony on May 15th, 2025, a then proceeded, followed by the Sports
memorable event that showcased the enthusiastic Captains, John Thomas and Jennah Fathima.
involvement of students and the unwavering The Literary Secretaries, Bestil Vijaykumar and
support of the school’s faculty. Asma Amanullah, and the Cultural Secretaries,
ILOA upholds the belief that its students should Zahra Imran and Angela Anilson, marched with
develop confidence through the deliberate great dignity.
engagement with and resolution of life's The Innovation Club Secretaries, Don Siyon and
challenges, thereby fostering resilience and Meghana Anna, then advanced to receive their
leadership for the future. badges. Following them, Archana Vinod, Chief of
The event began with the arrival of the esteemed the Editorial Board, led the Editorial Board
chief guest Mr.Anand Victor along with Mrs. members. The House Captains and their
Manju, a philanthropist, Vice principals, Mrs. respective members then assembled before
Jaseela Noufal ,Mrs. Nazma Baig and Mrs. Albin their House Wardens to receive their badges.
Daisy, distinguished faculty members. The The Class Representatives from classes 3 to 12
distinguished chief guest for the day was were honored with their badges by Mrs. Asha
Mr.Anand Victor, Principal of Indian Educational Sharma and Mr. Anand Victor.
School in Kuwait. The time had come for the newly appointed
The ceremony commenced with the recitation of council members to pledge their commitment
a verse from the Holy Quran, setting a solemn and embrace their roles as leaders within the
and respectful tone for the occasion. This was school. In the presence of the Principal, they
followed by the school song rendered by the took an oath, a powerful symbol of their
school choir. A profound sense of patriotism dedication to upholding their duties with the
filled the air as the National Anthems of Kuwait highest integrity and responsibility.
and India resonated through the hall. The Principal extended heartfelt
The event was officially inaugurated with the congratulations and shared the expectations
ceremonial lighting of the lamp by the esteemed that ILOA holds for each of them, setting the
Principal, Mrs. Asha Sharma and the respected stage for a journey of growth and service. Mr.
chief guest. This was followed by a warm and Anand Victor, in his gracious address, offered
motivating welcome address by the ILOA his congratulations and expressed his profound
Principal setting an inspiring tone for the appreciation for being part of this momentous
occasion. Her remarkable leadership resonated occasion. His words, filled with genuine
deeply with the audience, inspiring one and all admiration, celebrated the unwavering
with her vision and wisdom. The ceremony was dedication and commitment demonstrated by
further elevated by a mesmerizing classical dance each member.
performance by the talented ILOA dancers, The grand occasion concluded with an inspiring
leaving the audience filled with pride and finale, led by the President and Head Boy, both
admiration for our cultural heritage. radiating confidence and a steadfast resolve for
True leadership is the ability to inspire others to a promising future. In his heartfelt address, the
achieve greatness together, fostering President underscored the significance of
collaboration and unity to transform vision into cultivating strong collaboration within the
shared success. True to this, the newly appointed council, recognizing that unity and collective
council members were adorned with badges and effort form the bedrock of achievement.
sashes by the chief guest Mr.Anand Victor.

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