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The Free Press Journal honoured 28 BMC Class 10 toppers at its third felicitation ceremony in Mumbai. BMC education officials, industry leaders and actress Gulki Joshi celebrated students' achievements and the dedication of municipal school teachers.

For every student who excels despite fewer educational resources, there is a story of determination, perseverance and the unwavering support of teachers and parents. Celebrating these inspiring journeys, The Free Press Journal (FPJ) hosted the third edition of the BMC Schools Class 10 Toppers' Felicitation Ceremony, honouring 28 outstanding students from Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)-run schools for their exceptional performance in the Class 10 examinations.

The event brought together educationists, philanthropists, industry leaders and well-wishers to recognise not only academic excellence but also the determination and resilience of students who have excelled despite limited resources. The ceremony was attended by Chief Guest Dr Prachi Jambhekar, Deputy Municipal Commissioner (Education), BMC, while television actress Gulki Joshi graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.

Among those present were Devendra Desai, Founder Trustee of the Children Toy Foundation; Meghna Osahan, Trustee; Ravindra Sanghvi; Poorvi Shah, CEO of Katalyst India; Asma Batliwala, Managing Trustee of The Scholar's Education Trust; Paramjeet Singh, Founder of DBM India; and Ramesh Narayan, Founder of Canco Advertising.

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