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Biraaj Dodiya: Class of 2011
Visual Artist & Solo exhibition with Experimenter Gallery (2020)
Featured in Forbes 30 under 30 in 2021 - ART Category

Today as I look back on my eight years at DAIS that taught me many academic, social, and
cultural lessons, what I value the most is how we were taught to think independently,
critically, and creatively. We have learnt how a historical event, a work of literature, or a
scientific problem could be approached in more than just one way. The academic rigour
and introduction to contemporary methods of research during my DAIS years helped me
immensely when later I went to the US for Art School. It also instilled in me a deep love for
sports and libraries! I am truly grateful to all the inspiring teachers and coaches who have
motivated all of us to do our best and excel.

Ranveer Allahbadia: ICSE Class X of 2009
Social Media Entrepreneur - Founder of BeerBiceps & Co-founder of
Monk Entertainment

Little did I know that the blue school diary that we were given on our first day in school each
academic year would turn into one of the most important 'totems' I would ever own. As I
graduated from DAIS, I realised how respected our school is in the outside world. DAIS
students are revered for their conversational ability, critical thinking, and their ability to think
'out of the box'. It isn't just the studying that you're put through. It is an open-minded
mindset you're taught to create. It is the toughness that you're taught to embrace. It is the
intensely good communication skills you are taught! And above all, it's everything in
between. The way the cafeteria staff speaks to you… the way sportsmanship is celebrated
in our assemblies… the way teachers nurture you. It is the culture of DAIS that has created
countless entrepreneurs and professionals. And, most importantly, the School motto, Dare
to Dream, Learn to Excel, has made me who I am today!

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