"In the integral development of a person sports plays a vital role; so encourage extra academic activities,” said the Chief Guest Air Marshal (Retd.) Denzil Keelor, PVSM, KC, AVSM, Vr.C addressing the august gathering at the SJC auditorium during the cultural evening organized in view of the Post Centenary Silver Jubilee celebrations on Friday, 9th October 2009.

The programme began with a colourful and splendid opening ceremony which captured the attention of all. The prayer and welcome dance which followed thereafter depicted that we feel God’s benevolence dropping on us like fragrant blossoms, and we bow in humility at his feet and after offering our respects our feet move to the rhythm of cosmic music that eternally reverberates in the cosmos. The guest of honour, Most Rev. Isidore Fernandes, the Bishop of Allahabad invoked blessings for the success of the programme and on SJC family.

Rev. Fr. L. Mascarenhas, the Principal welcomed the distinguished guests and parents of the students studying in High School and Inter College. The melodious theme Song for 125 years Jubilee preceded the Digital Presentation which depicted the beginning and the growth of SJC.

Air Marshal (Retd.) Denzil Keelor, a Kirti Chakra, Vir Chakra, Param Visist Seva Medal, Ati Visist Seva Medal winner for gallantry and distinguished service of exceptional order is presently the chairman of Special Olympics Bharat, an organization which serves the disable. Speaking to the audience he said that the fact SJC celebrates the Post Centenary Silver Jubilee itself shows the significance of the institute. He further said that in the integral development of an individual sports plays a vital role; so encourage extra academic activities. Thereafter he gave away prizes to the meritorious students.

The Guest of Honour Mr. Partha Sengupta, Vice President of Tata Steel Ltd., Jamshedpur said, “this was a moment of reliving his fond memories of childhood and school days. He further state life in SJC was of learning and living. SJC has contributed in the overall development of his personality.”

Dances, plays, presentations, group songs marked the stage programme which were presented very systematically and rhythmically. The Hindi One Act Play “Inspector Maatadeen chandpar” written by Harishanker Parsai was a satire on the police system, called for soul searching in their way of working and interaction. The English choir through their song "We are the World" - An English Group Song tried to revive the sentiments of hope, love and faith in today's world. It appeared to be a tribute to the late Michael Jackson. The Hindi Choir too attempted by their song “Bharat maa ki pukaar suno” to awaken the feelings of patriotism in youngsters so that they can contribute their best in the nation's development. The Rock Band of the college “Scripted Destiny” entertained audience by their swinging numbers. The spectators were really enthralled by their passion and commitment. The mirror dance was the unique program of the day. There was a fusion of dance that crossed all boundaries, blended the Orient with the Occident, the classical with the modern. Solid perfection, rhythm, harmony and coordination were seen among the dancers.

The programme was brilliantly anchored by Devarshi Mani and Prashant Tahiliani. The College captain Abhijit Parolia proposed vote of thanks. The program ended with the National Anthem.