Shimla, India 21st October 2024
Bishop Cotton School (BCS), Shimla, successfully concluded its 165th-anniversary celebrations with the Old Cottonian’s Weekend 2024 from October 18-20, 2024. The three-day event brought together alumni and dignitaries from across the globe to honour the school’s legacy.
The celebrations kicked off with a music concert featuring renowned singer Akriti Kakar, attended by over 1,000 people in an open-air setup, preceded by the BCS School Band. On October 19th, the audience was treated to a stunning Son et Lumière light and sound show, showcasing rare archival images from the 1880s, and performances by current students.
Prominent attendees included The Most Rev’d Bishop Samantaroy, HP Education Minister Rohit Thakur, OC Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan, and OC politician Harish Janartha.
The weekend also featured sports matches, a chapel service, and the release of special publications, including Pegasus, a poetry collection by students, and a reprint of the school’s history book Overcome Evil with Good.
Henry Jodrell, Great Grandson of the school’s founder, expressed his pride in the school’s lasting legacy, while Simon Weale, Director of BCS, praised the event as a celebration of the school’s enduring values and commitment to excellence.
About School
Bishop Cotton School was founded in 1859 by Bishop George Edward Lynch Cotton, a British educationalist who had served as Headmaster at Marlborough College, UK, before coming to India. Over its 165-year history, BCS has produced a distinguished roster of alumni, including leaders in public service, business, arts, and more. Its alumni network spans the globe, with many graduates excelling in various fields, both in India and internationally.
The school is committed to providing a world-class education that equips its students to take on global roles, with a strong emphasis on discipline, intellectual growth and character-building.
For more information on Bishop Cotton School and the 165th Anniversary Celebrations, please visit our website at https://bishopcottonshimla.com/ or contact 0177 262 0880.
