The atmosphere was pulsating with patriotism as the students of grades 8 to 12, gathered to welcome Colonel (retd) A. Krishnaswami Vir Chakra, Vishist Seva Medal and Bar. Colonel (retd) A. Krishnaswami shared thrilling experiences from his moments on the battlefield , during the 1971 Indo Pak war when India recorded a glorious victory, forcing the enemy to its knees in surrender. He motivated students to consider the defence forces as a career choice. The Retd. Colonel gladly answered a plethora of questions raised by the students, towards the end of the session.