Auckland House School - Longwood, Shimla

Auckland House School is considered to be one of our country's leading educational institutions. I would like to express my appreciation for this wonderful award to all types of workers who work for the children lovingly and incessantly. It is because of its commitment that this prestigious institution is effectively moving forward. My prayer for the students is that they should acquire character qualities apart from skills in academics and other activities that would make them unique people capable of making India worthy of being called the home of spirituality, non-violence and, most of all, integrity.

In everything we do, God's hand has been upon us and I am completely assured that He will always continue to be our guide and protector. In today's techno-savvy and rapidly changing world, it is our endeavor to help every child entering school to absorb those qualities of mind, heart and values that would enable them to grow up as good citizens who would work towards them, freeing their motherland from community abuse, dishonesty and corruption, and fostering love and fraternity.

Wishing the school, and everything connected with it, the very best.

Steve's job has correctly said that. "Your time is limited; don't waste it on living the life of someone else. Do not be trapped by dogma, which is the product of the reasoning of other people. Don't let your own inner voice drown in the echo of another's view. And have the confidence, most importantly, to obey your heart and instincts. Somehow, they already know what you really really want to become. Everything that is secondary. If we assume that if we were in different situations, life would be different for us today, we're wrong! Life does not shape us with its varied conditions; rather, it is we who shape our lives.

Similar to an architect designing a home, creating life is a process. Just like the house is emerging from a drawing board. It is possible to build our lives by careful preparation and execution. Planning it each day is the best way to build life. We build the life we dream of until we are free from the shackles of confined thoughts and negative circumstances.

Remember to live in the best way for the Auckyites-love, forgive and offer the best of who you are. Because those who follow will still consider you an excellent role model when you vacate your position. Believe in yourself and carry on living your dreams. God bless all of you.