Ganesh charturthi

Ganesh chaturthi was celebrated at 25 August, 2017.Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the major
religious festivals in India which is celebrated with great pomp and show. This day is
dedicated to Lord Ganesha as it is believed that he was born on this day.
Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most celebrated festivals in India. People wait for this festival
eagerly. It is celebrated in various states of the country however in Maharashtra, it is celebrated
especially. It is a most important festival of Hindus which devotees celebrate every year with great
preparations and enthusiasm. According to the Hindu Mythology, Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated
annually on the birthday of the Lord Ganesha. Lord Ganesha is known as Vighana Harta means
remover of all obstacles for devotees and Vighana Karta means creator of problems for
devil.Ganesh Chaturthi is a 11 days long Hindu festival which starts on the Chaturthi with statue
installation in the home or temple and ends on Anant Chaturdashi with Ganesha Visarjan. Devotees
of Lord Ganesha offer prayer, offerings (especially Modak), sing devotional songs, recite mantra,
do aarti and seek his blessings of wisdom and prosperity. It is celebrated separately by the families
or group of people in the Pandals or temples or community. Ganesh Visarjan (means idol
immersion into water) is a special and most important part of the puja. It is performed according to
the Muhurat of the Ganesha Visarjan. Children of the houses actively involve in this puja and get
blessings.
 Children’s day

Introduction:
Children’s day is celebrated on birth anniversary of the Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru. According to him,
children are bright future of the country. He was well known that bright future of the country
depends upon the bright future of the children. He said that, a country cannot be well developed if
its children are weak, poor and improperly developed. When he realized children as future of
country, he declared his birthday to be celebrated as children’s day in order to completely focus and
improve the status of children in the country. Children’s day is being celebrated since 1956 on
14th of November every year all over India.
Why it is Necessary:
Children’s day celebration is very necessary to be celebrated every year in order to aware people
about the real status of children, importance of children in the country as well as improve their
status to make their future bright because they are the future of country. Children day celebration
provides big opportunity to everyone especially neglecting people of the country. It force them to
think about future of their children by realizing them duty and responsibility towards children. It
makes people aware about the past status of children in the country and what should be real status
of them for bright future of country. It is possible only if each and every individual would
understand their responsibility towards their children.
How it is celebrated:

It is celebrated with lots of activities (related to children to build them ideal citizens) everywhere
in the country. Many competitions held in the schools regarding children health in every aspect
like physically, mentally and morally. People take pledge at this day to never neglect their children
and realize that they are father of man. At this day, children are distributed new garments and rich
food including picture books.
Conclusion:
Children’s Day is celebrated to make people aware that children are the real future of the country.
So everyone should understand their responsibility towards their children and realize the
importance of the children’s day celebration.
Savitri bai phule

At a time when people hardly identified the grievances of women in India, Savitribai Phule along
with her husband stood up to fight the injustice against women.
Savitribai Jyotirao Phule, born on 3 January 1831, was a social reformer and poet. She played an
important role in fighting for women's rights in India during British rule and is described as "one of
the first-generation modern Indian feminists".
Phule along with her husband founded the first women's school at Bhide Wada in Pune in 1848.

The child bride who stood up against discrimination

Born into a family of farmers in Naigaon, Maharashtra, she was married to 12-year-old Jyotirao
Phule at the age of nine.
The practice of child marriage was prevalent in the 19th century and since the mortality rate was
high at the time, many young girls often became widows even before attaining puberty.
Such widows used to shave their heads, wear a simple red sari and live a life of austerity. It was
Savitribai who decided to stand up against this practice and organized a strike against the barbers in
order to persuade them to stop shaving the heads of the widow.
She noticed the plight of women who after falling prey to sexual exploitation, and becoming
pregnant, either committed suicide or killed the newborn due to fear of banishment by the society.
To cater to such women she opened a care center for pregnant rape victims and helped deliver their
children.
The care center was called "Balhatya Pratibandhak Griha" (Infanticide prohibition house).

Challenging the casteist patriarchy

Phule also worked to abolish discrimination and unfair treatment of people based on caste and
gender. She found the treatment of the untouchables problematic and opened a well in her house in
1868 so that, people who were refused drinking water by the upper caste can use it.
She died while taking care of the patients suffering during the worldwide Third Pandemic of the
bubonic (bacterial infection) plague.
 Gandhi jayanti
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti in India

Mahatma Gandhi's birthday

(Gandhi Jayanti or Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti) is celebrated in India on October 2 each year. It
marks the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's birth on October 2, 1869. Gandhi is remembered for
his contributions towards the Indian freedom struggle.

A speech was given by the Head mistress regarding the work done and the sacrifices of Mahatma
Gandhi. The following information were given :

What do People do?

Many people celebrate Mahatma Gandhi's birthday across India. Events include:
 Prayer services, commemorative ceremonies and tributes at locations all over India.
 Art exhibitions and essay competitions.
 The presentation of awards to projects stimulating a non-violent way of life.
 The showing of films and book readings on Mahatma Gandhi's life and achievements.
Many people sing Raghupati Raghava Raja Ram, Gandhi's favorite devotional song. Bunches of
flowers or flower garlands are placed on many statues of Mahatma Gandhi throughout India. Some
people also avoid eating meat or drinking alcohol on October 2.

Public Life
Government offices, post offices and banks are closed on Mahatma Gandhi's birthday. Stores and
other businesses and organizations may be closed or have reduced opening hours. Those wishing to
use public transport on the day may need to contact the local transport authorities to check on
timetables.

Background
Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, was born on October 2, 1869,
and died on January 30, 1948. He was a political and spiritual leader in India and played a key role
in the Indian independence movement. Gandhi developed the novel technique of non-violent
agitation, which he called "Satyagraha", loosely translated as "moral domination".
He is known for his non-violent civil disobedience in India and South Africa. These included the
start of the non-cooperation movement in 1922 and the Salt Satyagraha or Salt (Dandi) March
starting on March 12, 1930. Through Gandhi's efforts, India finally gained its freedom on August
15, 1947. The nation mourned for him after he was assassinated on January 30, 1948. The United
Nations' (UN) International Day of Non-Violence is also held on October 2 each year to coincide
with Mahatma Gandhi's birthday.
 Shivaji Jayanti

Place and community:Birthday of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is celebrated in Maharasthra as

Shivaji Jayanti.
Month: Shivaji Jayanti is celebrated on 19th February.
Description: Shivaji Jayanti or the birthday of Shivaji Maharaj is celebrated on a majestic scale in
Maharashtra. His parents Jijabai and Shahaji Bhonsle named him Shivaji after local Goddess
Shivai. He was the creator of the Maratha nation and he was instrumental in uniting the Maratha
chiefs of Mayal, Konkan and Desh regions. His military and civil administration was of greatest
importance. Shivaji was successful in carving out a small kingdom by defeating the alien powers.
Chhatrapati Shivaji is a hero not only for the people of Maharashtra but for those of India as
well.On the occasion of Shivaji Jayanti several processions are taken out and people dress up like
Shivaji and his associates. The birthday is celebrated on a huge scale and various programmes
remembering the achievements of the great ruler are organised.
History of Shivaji
Shivaji was born on 19th Februray, 1627, in Shivneri Fort, 60 kms north of Pune. He was named
after the local Goddess Shivai, to whom his mother prayed for a son. His father Shahaji Bhosle was
the chief of the Bijapur kingdom. He was however, not allowed to take charge of any fort. His
mother had a great influence on him as he was introduced to Indian epics of Mahabharata,
Ramayana and other holy books by her. Shivaji also gained a lot of knowledge from his father’s
unsuccessful attempts to gain power. He was inspired by his father's military tactics, peacetime
diplomacy and also possessed knowledge of Sanskrit and Hindu scriptures.

Administration
Shivaji grew into a fearless military leader with trainings from commanders like Gomaji Naik and
Baji Pasalkar. Young Shivaji was motivated, enthusiastic and energetic. In his early days he was
successful in inspiring local youths to follow his idealistic pursuits. At the age of 17, he attacked
and captured Torna Fort of Bijapur and by 1647 he took control of Kondana and Raigad Forts. The
Western Ghats along the Konkan Coast were also under his control by 1654.
Achievements
In order to sabotage Shivaji’s rise to power, Adilshah arrested Shahji, his father by deceitful means
and had armies sent against Shivaji and his elder brother Sambaji. To suppress Shivaji’s control on
the Bijapur kingdom, Afzal Khan was sent to destroy him. However, with his cunning tricks,
Shivaji successfully stabbed Afzal Khan. Eventually Bijapur’s armies were routed in the famous
battle of Pratapgarh in 1659 and Shivaji turned into a hero of the Marathas. Now, under the
confident leadership of Shivaji, the Marthas successfully pushed back the Mughals and the sultanate
kingdoms from his homeland.
Shivaji also fought with the mughals, he attacked the army which was led by Shaista Khan under
the mughal emperror- Aurangazeb. However, Shivaji lost many men against a well trained and
disciplined Mughal army. Shivaji felt the need of finance to maintain an army and decided to loot
the Mughal city of Surat. The Mughal emperor then sent Jai Singh to defeat Shivaji. After a few
skirmishes, he thought it was wise to accept the emperor’s sovereignty. But then he was soon house
arrested in Agra. With his intelligence, Shivaji successfully escaped from Agra and hid in his
homeland and kept a low profile for some time. But then again he gradually rebuilt his empire and
within six months he recovered much of his lost ground.

Shivaji extended his empire further towards south to Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. In order to regain
one of his forts, Kondana, he appointed his most trusted general Tanaji Malusare. The battle that
followed between the Marathas and the Mughals came to be known as the Maratha war of
Independence where the Marathas were successful in regaining the control of the fort.

'Chhatrapati Shivaji'

Shivaji was formally crowned as a Chhatrapati in 1674 at Raigad fort and henceforth came to be
known as Chhatrapati Shivaji. The brave warrior died in 1680 but is still known for his courage and
intelligence. He laid the foundation of a Hindu empire which lasted for over two centuries. Also,
Shivaji will always be known as a source of inspiration and pride for generations for his courage
and military acumen.
 28th February: National Science Day in India

You might be aware that 28 February is celebrated as National Science Day in India but do you
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know why and for what the day is celebrated as National Science Day. I am also sure you must
have heard about celebrated Indian Scientist Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman. On this day in
1928, he discovered a phenomenon of scattering of photons which was later known as ‘Raman
Effect’ after his name. After two years in 1930, he got Nobel Prize for this remarkable discovery
and this was the first Nobel Prize for India in the field of Science. To mark the discovery of his
famous phenomenon National Science Day is celebrated in India on the day each year.

When was the day declared as National Science Day?

In 1986, the National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC) asked the
Government of India to designate 28 February as National Science Day which the then Govt. of
India accepted and declared the day as National Science Day in 1986. The first National Science
Day was celebrated on February 28, 1987.

What is Raman Effect?

Raman Effect is a phenomenon in spectroscopy discovered by the eminent physicist while working
in the laboratory of the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata.
Raman Effect, change in the wavelength of light that occurs when a light beam is deflected by
molecules. When a beam of light traverses a dust-free, transparent sample of a chemical compound,
a small fraction of the light emerges in directions other than that of the incident (incoming) beam.
Most of this scattered light is of unchanged wavelength. A small part, however, has wavelengths
different from that of the incident light; its presence is a result of the Raman Effect.

Purpose of the Celebration:

The basic objective of observation of National Science Day is to spread the message of importance
of science and its application among the people. National science day is celebrated as one of the
main science festivals in India every year with following purpose-

 To widely spread a message about the significance of scientific applications in the daily life of
the people,
 To display all the activities, efforts and achievements in the field of science for welfare of human
being,
 To discuss all the issues and implement new technologies for the development of the science,
 To give an opportunity to the scientific minded citizens in the country,
 To encourage the people as well as popularize the Science and Technology.

Activities on the Day:

Students of the schools and colleges demonstrate various science projects as well as national and
state science institutions demonstrate their latest researches. The celebration also includes public
speech, radio-TV talk shows, exhibitions of science movie, science exhibition based on themes and
concepts, watching night sky, live projects and researches demonstration, debates, quiz
competitions, lectures, science models exhibitions and many more activities.
Theme of National Science Day 2018
‘Science and Technology for Sustainable Future’
Theme of National Science Day 2015
‘Science for Nation Building’
Theme of National Science Day 2014
‘Fostering Scientific Temper’ and ‘Energy conservation’
Theme of the year 2013 was ‘Genetically Modified Crops and Food Security’
WORLD METEOROLOGICAL DAY 2018

The date when the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) was established, which is 23 March
1950, was dubbed World Meteorological Day. Every year, the organisation announces a slogan
for this day. All member countries celebrate World Meteorology Day. The day is celebrated every
year to honour the entry into force of the convention that formed World Meteorological
Organization.
Also, the day highlights the contribution that Hydrological Services and National Meteorological
make to society’s safety and well-being. The UN’s (United Nations) World Meteorological Day is
held annually around or on 23 March to remember the establishment of WMO in 1950, on that
date. Many events and activities are organised for this occasion.
World Meteorological Day usually features events like exhibitions and symposia for meteorological
professionals, conferences, the public and community leaders. Some events aim to get the media
attention and raise the meteorology’s profile. Also, many prizes for meteorological study are
announced or presented close or on World Meteorological Day.
Many countries issue special postage stamp cancellation mark or postage stamps to celebrate this
day. The stamps usually reflect the theme of the event or mark a nation’s meteorology
achievements.
World Meteorological Day theme, 23 March 2018 will be Weather-ready, climate-smart. A new
theme is always allocated to each and every different year for the World Meteorological Day. In
2007, WMO held a photo competition on the theme of that year entitled “Hotter, drier, wetter. Face
the Future.” Also, the World Meteorological Day marked the launching of a new International
Cloud Atlas edition.

What Do People Do?

World Meteorological Day often features various events such as conferences, symposia and
exhibitions for meteorological professionals, community leaders and the general public. Some
events aim to attract media attention to raise meteorology's profile.Many prizes for meteorological
research are presented or announced on or close to World Meteorological Day. These prizes
include:
 The International Meteorological Organization Prize.
 Professor Dr. Vilho Väisälä Award.
  The Norbert Gerbier-Mumm International Award.
Many countries issue postage stamps or special postage stamp cancellation marks to celebrate
World Meteorological Day. These stamps often reflect the event's theme or mark a country's
meteorology achievements.

Background
The International Meteorological Organization was established at the first International
Meteorological Congress in Vienna, Austria, in 1873. The organization aimed to establish
meteorological station networks. These networks were linked by telegraph and improved weather
forecasts. This contributed to shipping services' safety and efficiency.
The International Meteorological Organization became the World Meteorological Organization on
March 23, 1950. It became the UN's specialized agency for meteorology, operational hydrology and
related geophysical sciences in 1951.
The World Meteorological Organization plays a crucial role in contributing to people's safety and
welfare. Its work is important in providing food security, water resources and transport. World
Meteorological Day has been observed on March 23 each year since 1961.
Women's Day (8 March)
International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and
political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
International Women's Day (IWD) has been observed since the early 1900's - a time of great
expansion and turbulence in the industrialized world that saw booming population growth and the
rise of radical ideologies. International Women's Day is a collective day of global celebration and a
call for gender parity. No one government, NGO, charity, corporation, academic institution,
women's network or media hub is solely responsible for International Women's Day. Many
organizations declare an annual IWD theme that supports their specific agenda or cause, and some
of these are adopted more widely with relevance than others.
"The story of women's struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one
organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights," says world-renowned
feminist, journalist and social and political activist Gloria Steinem. Thus International Women's
Day is all about unity, celebration, reflection, advocacy and action - whatever that looks like
globally at a local level. But one thing is for sure, International Women's Day has been occurring
for well over a century - and continue's to grow from strength to strength.

Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day is celebrated and the day brings together global
governments, women’s organizations, businesses, and charities together under the banner of
International Women’s Day. The original aim of International Women’s Day was to achieve gender
equality for women. It toasts the movement for women’s rights and inspiring role of women around
the world. The day remembers women who contributed to the uplifting of other women and thus the
society. The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day is ‘Press for Progress’. According to
a 2017 report by the World Economic Forum, another 100 years will be required for global
inequality gap between men and women to disappear entirely. It says, “We can’t be complacent.
Now, more than ever, there’s a strong call-to-action to press forward and progress gender parity.”

Theme 2018d( #PressforProgress ) )(a Operates All-Women Crew Flight Ahead of

International Women's Day 2018
The theme #PressforProgress promotes growing global movement of supporting the surrounding
gender parity and sexism. The theme also encourages women to raise voice for their rights. A
strong call to #PressforProgress is a strong call to motivate and unite friends, colleagues and whole
communities to think, act and be gender inclusive. And while we know that gender parity won’t
happen overnight, the good news is that across the world women are making positive gains day by
day. Plus, there’s indeed a very strong and growing global movement of advocacy, activism, and
support
APJ Abdul Kalam ”Missile Man of the India”

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam was a scientist and he was India’s 11th President for five years, 2002 to
2007, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam full name was Avul Pakir Jainulabdeeen Abdul Kalam.he was also
called as the missile man of the India. And popularly known as the People’s President of India he
was Born on 15th October 1931 at the famous temple town of Dhanushkothi, Tamil Nadu, in a poor
orthodox Tamil Muslim family his fathers name was Jainulabudeen and mothers name was
Ashiamma due to poverty, he was deprived of facilities , still managed to be the most remarkable
scientist in the contemporary era. He came from a very poor and humble background and started
working at an early age to support his family, after completing his school Dr. Abdul Kalam
distributed newspaper to financially contribute to his father, who was a boat owner.

Education of the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

He completed his school education from Schwartz higher secondary school and then get admission
at the St Joseph’s College, Tiruchirappalli where he completed his graduation in b.sc in physics in
1954 and did the aerospace engineering at the Madras Institute of Technology, Chennai in 1960.

Early career and contribution of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

He joined the prestigious defense research facility, Defense Research, and Development
Organization (DRDO) as a scientist in the year 1958 and started working by designing a small
helicopter for the Indian Army was part of the committee working under Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the
renowned space scientist. In 1969, he got transferred to the Indian Space Research Organization
(ISRO) where he worked as the project director of India’s first indigenous Satellite Launch Vehicle
(SLV-III) which successfully launched Rohini satellite near earth’s orbit in July 1980.
For his work on the development of ballistic missile and launch vehicle technology he was titled as
the ‘Missile Man of India’, He had played a pivotal role in India’s Pokhran-II nuclear tests in
1998. He had also developed the critical technologies that made Indian defense strong and capable
of developing world-class missiles like Agni, Prithvi, Akash, etc.

From 1992 to 1999 he was the Chief Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister Rajiv
Gandhi and Secretary of Defence Research and Development Organization. He was
the first scientist who served the nation as the President of India from 2002 to 2007
without having any political background.
Books of the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
He had written many inspirational books such as “India 2020”, “Ignited Minds”,
“Mission India”, “The Luminous Sparks”, “Inspiring Thoughts”, etc. to banish the
corruption from the country he launched a mission for youths named “What Can I
Give Movement”.
Among the many books written by Dr. Kalam, few of them are: Wings of Fire: An
Autobiography in 1999, Ignited Minds: Unleashing the Power Within in 2002, Target
3 Billion in 2011 and My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions in 2013. Dr.
Kalam advocated plans to develop India into a developed nation by 2020 in his book
India 2020: A Vision for the New Millennium in 1998.

Contribution in the academics

He served as visiting the professor in various universities and technical institutes of
the country like Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and Indore and as
Chancellor of Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology
Thiruvananthapuram, JSS University (Mysore), Aerospace Engineering at Anna
University (Chennai), etc.

Being the 11th president of the nation

In 2002,h e was elected as the 11th president after she took a turn in his career and
entered the world of politics. During his service, he focused his entire energy and
caliber to impress the Indian youth to pursue a career and create innovations for the
nation.
he was a mastermind behind the technology for satellite launch vehicle and ballistic
weaponry development, yet he did not want to work overseas for other countries
expect his motherland. He said, “Man needs difficulties in life because they are
necessary to enjoy the success.”

Awards and honors to the APJ Abdul Kalam

He was awarded numerous times due to his service and caliber due to his contribution
in all dimensions of the field.
In 1981 he was awarded the Padma Bhushan, in 1990 Padma Vibhushan and in 1990
he was honored with the highest civilian award Bharat Ratna Dr. Kalam was the
third President to have been honoured with a Bharat Ratna, before becoming the
President, the earlier two were Dr. Sarvapali Radhakrishnan (1954) and Dr. Zakir
Hussain (1963). .
He has been honored with the honorary doctorates by at least 30 universities.
 Independence day
The date, 15th of August from 1947 in India has become a very important day in the
Indian history. It was the luckiest day of year 1947 when India became independent
after lots of hard struggle and sacrifices of the Indian freedom fighters. We won
freedom after a hard struggle. When India got its independence, the public of India
had chosen their first Prime Minister, Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru who had unfurled the
tricolour National Flag at the Red Fort in the national capital, New Delhi for the first
time. All the people rejoice this special day with great joy every year.

Programme of independence day

1. Flag hoisting ceremony by MR. SHAHJAHAN ALI
2. National anthem on band.
3. Flag Song by Student of VIII ( Lehraye fehraye jag me ye Tiranga)
4. A speech in English by Vilayat Zaara from Std V.
5. A patriotic Song by Student of VI. ( Ae watan Ae watan )
6. A Speech in Marathi by Mr. Anil Zende.
7. A patriotic Song by Student of X (Bharat humko Jaan se pyaara hai )
8. Vote of thanks by Miss. Shaikh Nasreen
 republic day

Republic Day honours the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect on 26
January 1950 replacing the Government of India Act (1935) as the governing document of
India. The Constitution was adopted by the Indian Constituent Assembly on 26 November
1949, and came into effect on 26 January 1950 with a democratic government system,
completing the country's transition towards becoming an independent republic. 26 January
was chosen as the Republic day because it was on this day in 1930 when Declaration of
Indian Independence (Purna Swaraj) was proclaimed by the Indian National Congress as
opposed to the Dominion status offered by British Regime.
Programme of independence day
1. Flag hoisting ceremony by MR. YUSUF ALI SHAIKH
2. National anthem on band.
3. Flag Song by Student of VIII ( Leher leher lahraye Tiranga)
4. Solo Song by Shaikh Aruba Ibrahim from Sr.Kg – A ( Desh Hamara)
5. Group Song by Students of I – B. ( Ae watan Ae watan)
6. Group Song by Student of II - A. ( Dil kehta hai )
7. A speech in English by Shaikh Zainbunnisa Std VIII.
8. Group Song by Student of VI . ( Mera mulk mera desh )
9. A Speech in Hindi by Shaikh Mumtaz from Std X - A.
10.Group Song by Student of IV . ( Aisa desh hai mera)
11.Speech in English by Khan Kaniz Fatima Asgar ali from Std VI – B
12.A speech in Marathi by Mr. Anil Zende
13.Vote of thanks by Miss.Kashmida
 Sports 2017-18
V & VI (18/12/17)
Boys Girls
Running Running
Potato Race Potato Race
Marble and Spoon Marble and Spoon

VII & VIII (19/12/17)

Boys Girls
Running Running
Book Balancing Skipping
Potato Race Potato Race

IX & X (20/12/17)
Boys Girls
Running Running
Three legs Skipping
Kabaddi Dough Ball
 Events 2017-18
V & VI (14/12/17)
1. Fancy dress
2. Diya decoration

VII & VIII (15/12/17)

1. Ornament Making
2. Hairstyling
3. Face painting
IX & X (20/12/17)
1. Fabric Decoration
2. Mehendi
3. Face painting

PICNIC 2017-18
The school went on picnic at Shangrilla resort on 21/12/2017