Our late principal Shri Akshaya kumar has made a lasting impression on me. Unfortunately, he died in a road accident last year. He was highly qualified, experienced and mature. He was fifty years of age and yet looked young, energetic and vibrant. His tragic death shocked us all. The whole school was plunged in mourning for many days. Even today I cannot believe that he is no more. But who can deny the cruel fact. It was a great personal loss to me. He lives for ever in my memory.

Mr. Akshaya kumar was an exceptional person. He had many qualities of head and heart. He believed in simple living and high thinking. What he believed, he practice strictly. He also preached that. He was simple and yet very dignified. His intellectual and moral status inspired respect, for him from all those who came into his contact.

The strength of his character, the nobility of his heat were seen to be believed. His physical appearance, habits and charm reminded of ancient gurus and rishies. He had a rare poise and elegance. Whenever he addressed us, there was pin drop silence. We all listened him carefully and then tried to follow him in our own way. He could successfully carry us with him. His message was direct and to the point. He always emphasized on character-building, moral values and human kindness.

His knowledge was wonderful. He was a moving encyclopedia. He never believed in physical punishment. We could approach him any time for any problem. He helped many poor and deserving students from his own pocket. His magnetic personality and great learning have left a permanent impression on me. He was a very nice example to follow in so many things. The staff-members and teachers looked upon him as their own elder brother or father. He was a torch-bearer for them. He inspired them to work hard for the welfare of the students. During his principal ship, our school progressed by leaps and bounds. We all miss him so much. Recently his statue has been erected in the school premises. W3henever I pass by it, I bow automatically in reverence.

He was regarded, respected and followed by the students and teachers. It was because he had certain basic human qualities. These qualities raised him very high from the common people. yet he was never proud. He belief in God and goodness was rock-firm. He was a great admirer of Gandhiji and followed him in letter and spirit.

He was very kind hearted. His kindness extended even to plants and animals. He was against any king of violence. Once a pigeon was badly struck by a running fan. He immediately sent the bleeding bird to the bird hospital in Chandini Chowk, after treatment of a seek. How happy he was on the recovery of the bird?

He was always warm and responsive. He listened everyone patiently. He was never angry or irritated. He welcomed suggestions and advice. He saw that they were put into practice if found useful. He hated nothing but flattery, back-biting and lying. The memory and impression of him, as his name ?Akshaya? suggests, are for ever and ever.