December 16 was a significant milestone for Modern High School (MHS) on two fronts. First, it marked seven decades of the institution’s legacy. Second, it heralded the inauguration of the new wing, the Modern High School International (MHSI), situated in Ballygunge, adjacent to the original school. The occasion was graced by a distinguished gathering comprising students, educators, alumni, and esteemed members including founders, chairpersons, and individuals from the Birla family. Dr. K. Kasturirangan, former chief of the Indian Space Research Organisation (third from the right), and Nirmala Birla, chairperson of MHSI and MHS (third from the left), were honoured as chief guests. Joining them were key personalities, including (L-R) Nandini Ghatak, the principal of MHSI; Amita Birla, the co-chairman of the CK Birla Group and chairman of Birlasoft Ltd; C. K. Birla, the chairman of CK Birla Group; and Devi Kar, the director of MHSI
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