Patiala- Under the auspices of “Rashtriya Ekta Parv”, the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat and Kala Utsav 2025 program was organized with great enthusiasm and pride at PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1, Patiala Cantonment. The objective of this program was to express the spirit of unity in the diversity of India and to make the students aware of the culture, language, tradition and lifestyle of the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Principal Dr. Arun Kumar welcomed the chief guest, judges and all other participants present on the occasion. The program was inaugurated by the chief guest, Colonel Amitesh Verma, Commanding Officer, 10 Punjab Battalion National Cadet Corps and extended his best wishes to all the participants. Colonel Amitesh said that such events are very important for national integration and all-round development of the students. After this, the students of the school showcased their talent through folk dances, folk songs and various cultural performances of the respective state of Andhra Pradesh. On this occasion, the students not only had a linguistic exchange but also showed a glimpse of the culture, literature, art and history of India. 
The students participated in various competitions based on "Unity in Diversity". The winning teams of this competition will participate in the regional level competition to be held at Kendriya Vidyalaya Zirakpur on 28th and 29th August.
Finally, the performances of the students were appreciated by the Principal Dr. Arun Kumar.