CHALO! JALAYE DEEP WAHAN...: November 2012

SHISHU MELA - 2012

Purvanchal Kalyan Ashram

~~Youth Wing~~

Everyone heading towards the maidan.

Remember, That we celebrated Children’s Day in School? Of course, who doesn’t. We used to have loads of fun, with ice creams, sweets, games & dance. But, for some children this is just a DREAM.. Its time to make a difference in their lives.. Be a part of the SHISHU MELA being organized by the Purvanchal Kalyan Ashram, Youth Wing on 25th Nov. ’12 & witness the never before experience of your lives..

A kid enjoying his stint with drum with his smiling father.

Kalyan Ashram is working for the overall welfare & upliftment of the Vanvasis (people living in rural areas) since 1952. Through its various projects in different areas, we attempt to combat the exploitation & feeling of deprivation faced by the Vanvasis created after decades of neglect. Today, We have a strong workforce of more than 1044 full time dedicated karyakartas spread over more than 49,935 villages in India who are getting the benefits from about 14,500 service projects by Kalyan Ashram.

The Kalyan Ashram, Youth Wing is organizing the Shishu Mela this year, as it has been doing successfully for the past three years. As we all know, Children’s Day is celebrated on 14th of November, but due to social milieu this year, it has been scheduled on Sunday, i.e. 25^th of November. It’s being organized amidst a Vanvasi habitation in Kalyani town, which is about 50 kms from Kolkata. An inaugural traditional swagat by the Vanvasis people kickstarts the program. The Program includes races, games & interaction with children. A participation of 120 – 150 pre-primary Vanvasi children below 6 years of age from the nearby villages. A gathering of more than 300 Vanvasi people is expected.

This endeavor will give you an opportunity to get acquainted with the tribal culture & tradition. The CHILDREN are the future of the nation & so this an effort on our part to encourage & bring them forward..

If you’re willing to participate or contribute any gifts for these children then contact the volunteers (given below). The timings & details are subject to change with prior notice. The participation expenses share – Rs. 300/- per head.