Reading Day was observed on 19 June 2026 at Brahmanandodayam Junior Basic School (BJBS), Kalady, in reverent memory of P. N. Panicker, regarded as the father of the Library Movement in Kerala. The observance marked the commencement of a week-long Reading Week programme, organised with the objective of fostering a sustained reading habit among students.
The inaugural function was presided over by Shri Aneesh K. Aji, President of the Parent-Teacher Association, who formally inaugurated the programme. On the occasion, a students’ magazine was released, reflecting the literary endeavours of the school’s pupils. The celebration was further enriched by literary and cultural presentations performed by the students.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Harikrishnan R., Headmaster of the institution, along with other members of the teaching staff, underscored the importance of reading in the holistic development of young minds. Students were encouraged to cultivate books as lifelong companions in their pursuit of knowledge and personal growth.
