Shiksha Mahakumbh 5.0
2025
1st DHE English Olympiad
The Maiden Initiative — 10,040 Students, 25 Schools
“Language. Expression. Excellence.”
The first-ever DHE English Olympiad was organized under the aegis of the 5th Edition of Shiksha Mahakumbh by Olympiad Cell of Department of Holistic Education in collaboration with English Connection. Conducted 13–16 October 2025 across 25 schools of Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh with 10,040+ students from Classes I–X.
10,040+
Students
25
Schools
3
Regions
5
Exam Levels
Why This Edition?
Language is not merely a medium of communication; it is the foundation of expression, creativity, and confidence. Proficiency in English enables students to articulate ideas globally while remaining rooted in Bharatiya values.
- Strengthening vocabulary and grammar
- Enhancing reading comprehension
- Encouraging creative language usage
- Building confidence and competitive spirit
Vision
Strengthen linguistic fundamentals and analytical thinking from an early age while building confidence and competitive spirit.
Timeline
Examination Conducted
13–16 October 2025 across 25 schools in Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh
Overall Toppers Felicitation
1 November 2025 at Shiksha Mahakumbh 5th Edition, NIPER Mohali
School-wise Felicitation
13 February 2026 at ISTC Auditorium, CSIR–CSIO, Chandigarh
Major Contributions
- Established DHE Olympiad Cell's maiden school outreach programme
- Partnered with English Connection for language enhancement
- Created five-level examination framework (Levels A–E)
- OMR-based transparent assessment model
Olympiad Streams
1 November 2025 at Shiksha Mahakumbh 5th Edition, NIPER Mohali
Edition Gallery
Overall toppers felicitation at Shiksha Mahakumbh 5.0, NIPER Mohali
School-wise prize distribution at CSIR–CSIO, Chandigarh
Distinguished dignitaries at felicitation ceremony
Downloads
1st DHE English Olympiad — Brief Report
PDFOfficial report with participation statistics and results
Sample Certificate
PDFParticipation and merit certificate format
FAQs
Olympiad Cell, Department of Holistic Education (DHE) under Vidya Bharti Institute of Training and Research Trust, in collaboration with English Connection, under Shiksha Mahakumbh 5th Edition.