A highly successful Golf Event hosted by OCA Delhi Chapter under its dynamic President Pranav Roach and his Team .. a special mention of youngster OC Aditya Jalan without whose efforts this event wouldn’t have been possible..!
The annual OC Golf Tournament, organized by OCA Delhi Chapter [held on 24th oct 2025 at Jaypee Greens Noida] – Fairways & Friendships, was less about handicaps and more about handshakes, laughter, and occasional friendly brag. Held under the perfect weather condition and even better spirits, the greens were alive with the sound of old friends reconnecting and competing for a spot in the final 12 to prepare for prestigious Inter-School Golf Tournament to be held later in December – A classic OC way where winning and storytelling goes hand-in-hand.
The morning began with a cheerful chaos – golf bags all over, last-minute coffee runs, and the youngest participant signing in the last to commence the tee off. As the first tee-off began with our beloved 32 golfers, so did the jokes and debates about who still ‘had their swing’. By the fourth hole, it was less about the score and more about the stories – tales from dorm rooms, classroom pranks, and memories that still make us laugh decades later.
Post-game, everyone gathered around for a hearty meal, a few celebratory drinks, and the much awaited prize distribution. Events like this remind us what being an OC truly means – a connection that goes beyond the school walls. The tournament wasn’t just a day of Golf; it was a celebration of friendship, shared history, and that unspoken Cottonian bond that time can’t fade.
Until next time, keep swinging – on and off the course – A true Cottonian affair!
READ THE FULL ARTICLE : OCA Delhi Golf Tournament 2025 PDF – from Ashwani Virk
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Let’s ignite the juggernaut of the Old Cottonians Association of our beloved Bishop Cotton School… and let it rock and roll! Let’s showcase to India and the world, especially parents of current students and those considering BCS for their children, the rich culture, traditions, and ethos that emanate from our iconic Holy Trinity Chapel. This is something that even the top schools in India aspire to but can never replicate. As Cottonians, we proudly carry the message of ‘Overcome Evil with Good’ on our hearts. Three cheers for the OCA and Bishop Cotton School! May God bless us, the sons of Bishop Cotton, with great abundance.
Vivek Bonnie Bhasin
Class of 1970
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♦️For any further information or clarification please contact Ms. Charu Walia / OCs coordinator at BCS alumni@bishopcotton.com
BISHOP COTTON SCHOOL SIMLA – OC Week 2025
31st Oct – 2nd Nov 2025
24 OCT UPATE: Click here for the Final Itinerary for the OCs Week Celebrations and Events
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Greetings from the North, where autumn is in full swing.
The air is crisp, the leaves are ablaze with colour, and the trees are quietly letting go—something I sometimes wish my own hair would do more gracefully. Alas, the hair that left years ago has yet to return, while new tufts now appear, amusingly, on my ears.
This weekend, OCA Canada celebrated a milestone—25 vibrant years of friendship and shared memories. What began as a modest gathering in 2000 has evolved into a vibrant network of over a hundred Old Cottonians worldwide. Our reunion at Bombay Palace in Brampton was proof that time only strengthens these bonds.
The restaurant’s warm lighting and the aroma of slow-simmered spices set the stage. Plates overflowed with fragrant biryanis, buttery naans, and perfectly spiced curries that had everyone reaching for seconds. Between bites, laughter flowed as freely as the masala chai. It wasn’t just dinner—it was a celebration of history and belonging.
Stories flew across the table like old schoolyard banter.
Thirteen of us formed this year’s circle of fellowship—a sui generis coterie bound by tradition and affection.
As we parted, full of food and memories, one truth stood out: time may scatter us across continents, but the Cottonian spirit endures. Here’s to another quarter century of friendship, fellowship, and the irresistible pull of home.
Jerry Godinho
Mr. Nakul Anand, batch of 1972 Lefroy house, former Executive Director of ITC Limited, was invited as a guest speaker at IILM University, New Delhi, where he shared his remarkable journey and seven mantras for success. His 1972 school testimonial had already captured his aspiration to become a hotelier, a dream he pursued with focus and determination to rise as a corporate leader in the hospitality sector. Addressing the students, he outlined his guiding principles: believe in yourself, plan your future, focus on the extraordinary, keep learning, question fearlessly, stay disciplined, and always remember that attitude determines altitude.
– by Ms Charu Walia (OCs Coordinator)
Alumni@bishopcotton.com
Dear OCs,
Dear OCs,
Hope you are all doing well and staying safe.
It’s time once again to get together and share our fond and everlasting memories of Shimla.
The 2025 OCA Canada Dinner is planned for Saturday, September 27 at 6:300pm [REVISED TO LUNCH AT 12 NOON] at Bombay Palace, Brampton. Please find the Google Maps location below:
Bombay Palace Restaurant and Banquets
📞 (905) 799-9777
https://maps.app.goo.gl/nzxvfTEP2C3wAkW59
Kindly confirm your presence so we can call ahead and book the numbers. Please feel free to bring your partners, if you are married or dating.
Looking forward to meeting everyone again.
Thank you,
Jasraj Singh canadaoca@gmail.com
Ibbetson – 2009
Please see https://oldcottonians.org/2024/02/bcs-old-cottonians-coordinator-mscharuwalia/
166th Founder’s Day – Monday 28th July 2025
PROGRAMME
Chief Guest: The Rt. Rev. Manoj Charan – Chairman, Board of Governors, Bishop – Diocese of Amritsar (CNI) & Acting Deputy Moderator (CNI Synod)
Arrival of the Chief Guest – 9:30 a.m.
Laying of Wreaths at the Founder’s Bust –
9:35 a.m.
Introduction of Chief Guest to Board, Faculty and Prefects – 9:45 a.m.
Procession into Holy Trinity Chapel – 10:00 a.m.
Chapel Service
High Tea in the Dining Hall – 10:45 a.m.
Flag Off of the Mountaineering Expedition –
11:15 a.m.
The T M Whitmarsh Knight Memorial Lecture 2025
‘The Value of the Cottonian Ethos in Today’s Time and Age’
Junaid Mattu (Lefroy – 2003)
(Former and longest serving Mayor of Srinagar)
12:00 p.m., Irwin Hall
(Followed by Lunch in the Main Dining Hall)
