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NPS Pipe Band clinches top spot at Independence Day inter‑school competition in Kalimpong
✍️ Sikkimexpress
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 12:19 PM
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The NPS Pipe Band emerged victorious in the Independence Day inter‑school competition held in Kalimpong, as reported by Sikkimexpress.
Kalimpong hosted an inter‑school competition on Independence Day, featuring musical performances from various schools across the region. The event, organized to celebrate the national holiday, provided a platform for young musicians to showcase their talent.
Among the participants, the NPS Pipe Band stood out with a polished rendition that impressed the judges and the audience alike. Their performance secured them the first‑place award, marking a notable achievement for the school.
The victory highlights the growing interest in pipe band music among Indian schools and underscores the importance of cultural activities in educational curricula. Organisers praised the participants for their enthusiasm and called for continued support for such events in future editions.
The competition concluded with the awarding ceremony, where the NPS Pipe Band received a trophy and commendations from the event officials. The band’s success is expected to inspire other schools to invest in music programs.
Overall, the event reinforced Kalimpong’s reputation as a hub for cultural and educational initiatives, drawing attention from students, teachers, and local communities alike.
Among the participants, the NPS Pipe Band stood out with a polished rendition that impressed the judges and the audience alike. Their performance secured them the first‑place award, marking a notable achievement for the school.
The victory highlights the growing interest in pipe band music among Indian schools and underscores the importance of cultural activities in educational curricula. Organisers praised the participants for their enthusiasm and called for continued support for such events in future editions.
The competition concluded with the awarding ceremony, where the NPS Pipe Band received a trophy and commendations from the event officials. The band’s success is expected to inspire other schools to invest in music programs.
Overall, the event reinforced Kalimpong’s reputation as a hub for cultural and educational initiatives, drawing attention from students, teachers, and local communities alike.