16th ANNUAL DAY of St. John College of Humanities and Sciences celebrated on 9th January 2026 from 2.00 p.m. onwards at Big Ground of Aldel Education Trust’s St. John Technical and Educational Campus, Palghar. District Collector & Magistrateof Palghar District Dr. Indu Rani Jakhar, IAS was the cheif guest. Chairman & Founder, Global St. Angelo’s Group of Companies Mr. Agnelo Rajesh Athaide was the chief guest.

Guest of Honour Address Mr. Agnelo Rajesh Athaide, Chairman & Founder, Global St. Angelo’s Group of Companies; highlighted leadership, entrepreneurship, opportunities from upcoming Vadhvan Port, encouraged students to contribute to society.

Date: 9th January 2026 | 2.00 p.m. onwards
Venue: Big Ground, AET’s St. John Technical and Educational Campus, Palghar
Nature of Event: Academic & Cultural Celebration Programme
Mode of Activity: Offline
Target Audience: Trustees, Directors, Principals, Faculty Members, Students, Parents, Alumni, Invited Guests

Objectives 
● Celebrate academic, cultural, research, and sports achievements of the campus.
● Recognize excellence among students, faculty, alumni, and institutions.
● Foster institutional pride, unity, and holistic development.
● Inspire students through interaction with eminent administrators and industry leaders.
● Promote cultural heritage, leadership values, and social responsibility

Inauguration:
 ● Welcome note by comperes invoking Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam’s words on education.
● National Anthem followed by Campus Anthem.
● Traditional Lighting of the Lamp by Honourable Chairman, Mr. Albert W. D’Souza.
● Welcome Dance by SJCHS students.
● Chairman’s Address on academic excellence, innovation, and holistic education

Chief Guest’s Address:
● Chief Guest: Dr. Indu Rani Jakhar, IAS, District Collector & Magistrate, Palghar; emphasized student skilling for employability, industry readiness, and responsible citizenship.
● Felicitation of Chief Guest with bouquet and memento

Cultural Performances
1. Welcome Dance – SJCHS
2. Singing by Ms. Yashasree Panhale- SJCEM
3. Koli Folk Dance – SJIPR
4. Divli Folk Dance (Gold Medal – University of Mumbai Youth Festival 2025) – SJCHS
5. Cultural Dance Performance – ACPR
6. Instrument Playing by Mr. Shubham Pimple – MBA & Mr. Ankit Gupta- SJCEM
7. Cultural Dance Performance – MBA
8. Cultural Dance Performance- SJIPR Diploma
9. Cultural Dance Performance- SJCEM Diploma
10. Soulful singing by Mr. Aryan Patil -SJCEM
11. IPTA-winning skit “Chenab se Ravi Tak” – SJCEM.

Annual Report Presentation
● Dr. Kamal Shah – Principal, SJCEM (Autonomous)
● Dr. Savita Tauro – Campus Academic Director & Principal, SJIPR (Autonomous)
● Dr. Mukta Manoj Jacob – Principal, SJCHS (Autonomous)
● Dr. Smrutiranjan Mohanty – Director, AlM
● Dr. Govind Aasne – Principal, ACPR

Campus Shield Sports 2026: SJCEM was declared as the winner of the Sports 2026 Campus Shield with an outstanding performance. 
The details are as below:
● SJCEM – 440 Points – Overall Champion
● SJCHS – 320 Points
● SJIPR – 70 Points
● St. John Junior College (SJJC)-45 Points
● ACPR- 35 Points
● AIM-25 Points
● St. John International School (SJIS)-15 Points

Release of College Magazines: The event also marked the release of the college magazines from the various institutes of the campus, as follows:
● SJCEM – Spectrum
● SJIPR– Coalesce
● SJCHS – Prism
● MMS – Scintilla
● AIM – Vantage
● ACPR – Analecta

Vote of Thanks Delivered by Dr. Priya Chaurasiya, IQAC Coordinator & HOD, Department of Commerce, SJCHS

Outcomes 
● Enhanced institutional pride and unity.
● Recognition of academic, research, and cultural excellence.
● Increased student motivation and engagement.
● Strengthened alumni and community connect

SWOT Analysis of the Event

Strengths 
● Strong coordination and participation.
● Eminent dignitaries and quality performances.

Weaknesses 
● Time constraints due to extensive programmes and increased awards. 

Opportunities 
● Industry Collaboration through Alumni.

Threats 
● Schedule changes