Sanskriti Saptah

Karimganj, Assam : Branch observed Sanskriti Saptah from 17th to 27.07.2011. The programes were: 17th. A homeopathy camp at Sandhani Sangha, Charbazar. The camp was sponsored by Dr. Durbadal Das. Dr. RanabijoyChoudhury, a well wisher of parishad also examined the patients. Free medicines were distributed. 18th A jam jelly preparation camp was organised at Maizgram under the technical guidance provided by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Akbarpur. 26 trainees attended the camp. An eye screening cum operation camp (IOL) was organised at 806, Promodnagar L.P. School, Karimganj in association with N.P.C.B. 93 patients registered their names out which 23 were selected for operation. Dr. A. Daityari & Dr. Gautam Roy Sharma attended the camp. Free medicines were distributed. 20th A cleaning of trash & maintainance program was initiated at the Shahid Bedi located at Sambhu Sagar Park, on the eve of language Martyr Day. Distribution of study materials program was organised at Kali Mahavir L.P. School, where copy book, pencil, eraser, scale etc. were distributed among the students. A health check-up cum medicine distribution camp was organised at Nathupur. Dr. M.S. Dasgupta & Dr. T.K. Banik attended the camp. Free medicines were distributed. A personal awareness camp was organised at Pallimangal M.E. School, Suprakandi. 157 students were examined by Dr. Suparna Das Lala. Sports materials was also distributed.

Guwahati : Branch organized this week in the month of November in more than 5 schools by organizing extempore speech, Drawing competition and other on the spot activities which made children aware of their culture and Sanskriti. Smt. Ina Chakraborty Convener Sanskriti Saptah took initiative to organise it successfully. Prizes and sweets were also distributed.

(NITI: Feb., 2012)
 

Panchkula, haryana north : Sanskriti week was celebrated from 12th to 31st August 2011. A dental check-up camp was organized. 64 plants were planted in Govt. Model Sanskriti School, a yajna in the Bhawan hall by Acharya Sharwan Kumar of Arya Samaj, a talk on Yoga, parivar milan, mahila sahbhagita, painting competition were arranged. 17 years old, who participated in three categories, Khushi, Anjali and Poonam won first prize in their prespective categories. Krishna Chaudhary was honoured for authoring a book of poems based on Vedas. Donations of Rs. 500/- by Krishna Choudhary, Rs. 2100/- by V Mohimi, Rs. 3100/- by Rama Jain were also announced.

Dr. Kitchlu, Ludhiana, punjab north : Branch celebrated Sanskriti Saptah from 7-15 August 2011. S. Sud was the Director of the Project. The hightghts are as follows; Pariwar Millan & Teej celebration in which 25 girls and 20 children and 40 gents participated, a talk on 'discipline a key to success in life'. positive mental attitude to lead a disciplined life. Slogan writing competition on black money & corruption, female foeticides, Drug deaddiction and water conservation & Save water campaign. The first prize winner was Navneet Kaur for the slogan 'Jo beti ko de pahichaan, Mata pita wahi mahaan'., Janam Ashtmi celebration, declamation contest on participation of youth in Nation Building, educating a girl means Vasudhaev Katmbkam, Man creates his own fortune Save water save future. Anand Attri of Gonga Dham Vridh Ashram graced the occasion. Rajinder Singh senior Manager and V.K. Gupta Manager from Indian Overseas Bank Ludhiana were among our honoured guests. In Independence Day celebration Rashtra devo Bhava was the main theme.  Snehlata Sandhu, Councilor, LMC was the chief guest who unfurled the National Flag, the most attractive items were the fancy dress show by the children depicting themselves as Subhash Chander Bose and Shaheed Bhagat Singh.

Gurdaspur : During the month of August 2011 two branches in addition to celebration of Sanskriti Saptah from 7-15 August conducted some programmes as mentioned below : Paper reading contest on Shaheed Udamsingh, GVCA, donation of water purifier and steel benches, tree plantation etc. Attendence in these functions was quite encouraging.

Shahpurkandi : Sanskriti Saptah was organised from 7th to 14th August 2011. Plantation of 200 medicinal plants, provision of 2 ceiling Fans to Govt. Primary School Trehi, distribution of milk, biscuits and fruits to 40 indoor patients of RSD Project Hospital, distribution of 2000 pamphlets on saving water and electricity, covering of head lights of 2 & 4 whelers with black stickers and distribution of 50 tulsi plants with gamla were the highlights of the week.

Malerkotla, punjab east : Branch organised Sanskriti Saptah. The highlights are : visit to the pingalwala centre at Sangrur, Lunch & refreshment for the dwellers were served, arranged a lecture on eye care by Dr. Rakesh Arora M.S. (Eye) for Govt. High School Boys, arranged a lecture on moral values by Madam Rama Deewan for the students of Govt. Girls Sr. Sec. School. Organised a mehandi competition among students of 7 schools. Rangoli festival and competition among girls students of various schools, celebration of  Independence Day at KMRD Jain Girls College. 100 tulsi plants were distributed in Narindra colony. Branch President Jeet Singh Gogia thanked all participants for this Project. 

(Niti: Dec., 2011)

Greater Kailash-I, Delhi South : Branch organized the following programmes during the month of August 2011. Eye care camp wherein around 100 students and 40 adults eyes were examined. Haryali Teej Hanuman Chalisa Recitation followed by brief pravachan by Smt. P. Grover. 94 persons attended the lecture by Acharya Virendra Vikram a scholar preachar at Arya Samaj and President Bharat Swabhiman Trust. Topic was 'having realized an increase in injustice and corruption in the country the need of the hour is of lord Krishana's Sudershan Chakra more than HIS Murli'. On Independence Day Col. I.S. Gujral was the chief guest. During Mahila Sahabhagita and privar Sanskar sewing machines were given to 4 deserving ladies. 15 tulsi plants were distributed.

(Niti: Nov., 2011)
 

Janakpuri Main, Delhi South : Sanskriti Saptah was organized by the branch from 10 to 17.07.2011 at Shri SD Mandir. A talk on income tax was organised on 10th July on the occasion of foundation day. An eminent Chartered Accountant and tax consultant Shri Vijay Gupta, AICWA, FCS, FCA addressed the participants. 78 members attended. On 11th July a free physio camp was organised. 32 patients were benefited. Shri M.C. Chawla was the chief guest. On 12th July an eye camp was organized. 38 patients got benefited. Environment Day was celebrated on 13th July by planting 52 trees and distribution of 275 tulsi plants. A free dental camp was held on 14th July. 42 patients got benefited. On 15th July a competition on Ram Charit Manas was held in the senior citizens meeting. 52 members participated. In drawing competition held 16th July 138 students from 12 schools participated. On 17th July Dr. Suraj Prakash Jayanti was celebrated. The main speaker was P.R. Sahni, former Mayor of Delhi & Dr. Meena Thakur eminent social worker. On this occasion 1 tricycle was donated to needy person.  

(Niti; Oct.,2011)

Panchkula, Punjab East : 50 saplings were planted, 30 members attended the yoga camp at vivekananda hall. Dr. Megha and Dr. Manish checked the oral hygiene of 40 students of Azad Public School. Gave free treatment to 15 of them in dental clinic, distributed toothpaste & tooth brushes to them. Fifteen differently abled students from the Institute of the Handicapped presented variety of items which got a great applause from the audience. Prizes were given to all of them. 8 students played games, visited the gaushala, contributed liberally for the fodder. 32 children from Ashiana children's home displayed their creativity in two groups. Maj. Gen. I.J.S. Dhillon and Dr. Mrs. Vibha Saluja, President and General Secretary of BAMA Institute of Art acted as Judges. 9 students were given prizes. The Judges also gave cash prizes to Neelam and Sunil for best paintings.

Malerkotla : Branch organized Sanskritik Saptah with following programmes: 100 tulsi plants distributed, lecture on pollution in sohrab public school, lecture on dental care in Govt. Boys school. Lecture on Traffic rules in Govt. Sr. Sec. Girls school. Mahanadi Rangoli competition in KMRD Jain Girls college, lecture on moral values, celebrated the Independence day on 15th August in SVM campus. 

(NITI: Feb, 2011)
 

Punjab North, Dr. Kitchlu, Ludhiana : Independence Day, GVCA paper reading contest aid to needy, white shirts for 51 students. Janamashtmi celebration and Honouring of meritorious students are the highlights.

Shahpurkandi Township : Branch organised 10 programmes from 1st to 31st August. 125 medicinal plants were planted at different parks and site of staff colony. Chief Engineer, Ranjit Sagar Dam Project, Irrigation works, Punjab Sh. Harvinder Singh was the Chief Guest.

Tagore, Ludhiana : Dr. Roshan Lal gave a talk on " चिन्ता, कारण व निवारण" at a meeting held with members of senior Citizens Association. Shri R.P. Gupta Hon.Secy., Viklang Sahayata Kendra motivated Senior citizens to take home our impontant message to save water " जल है तो कल है - जल ही जीवन है।"

Gurdaspur : A seminar on 'Bhroon Hatya', celebration of Independence day, Declamation, slogan competition, Environment, plantation were the main attraction.

Khanna : From 1st to 31 August Late Shri Shyam Lal Jain & Smt. Satya Wati Jain Memorial free Viklang Sahayata camp was arranged, Shri Abhinav Trikha Hon'ble S.D.M. was the Chief Guest and Sh. I.S. Channi President Municipal Council and Shri Rajesh Chairman Improvement Trust Khanna guest of honour. During GVCA in different schools branch honoured meritorious students with medals and teachers were honoured by the students by garlands. With the help of Punjab National Bank free medical check-up camps were organised, Shri Joginder Bajaj DGM PNB Ludhiana was the Chief Guest and Shri R.N. Malik Chief Manager Guest of honour. On 30 August branch distributed 100 mtr woolen flooring taat in Govt. Primay School no. 5 Nai Abadi.      

Delhi East, Vivek Vihar : Distribution of biscuits in deaf and dumb school, playing brain games, helping a silai kendra for under previleged people and counselling to girls how to serve your parents and behave with elder and younger ones for personality development were the highlights.

Delhi South, B- Block, Janakpuri : GVCA in 6 schools wherein 150 teachers were honoured, Nineteen items were organized during the week such as moral education lectures, Praudh Sanskar lecture by a renowned speaker, Vidyarthi Sahayta, lecture by an Eye specialist for promoting the noble cause of Eye Donation, self defence, a training program, a free Eye check-up camp etc.

C-2, Janakpuri : Variety programme by Children, Bhajan Sandhya, Sunderkand path, sprititual & purposeful talk on relevance of Geeta,Teej Festival, Tulsi plants distribution, awareness programme on 'Alzheimer'. Dr. Sushma Chawla, founder, Hope Ek Asha was the Chief Guest. Screening of the film 'Thaam lo Unka Haath' were the main programmes.

(NITI: Dec., 2010)
 

Avadh Pradesh, Lucknow : From 27.7- 8.8 Sunderkand, Stationery in schools, BKJ, Art competition, Teej, Senior members honouring programmes were held. Dance by blind artists was appreciated.

Assam, Karimganj : From 8-15.8, Health Check-up, School articles, Study material, Agriculture awareness were held. Dr. Das also came once. Rs. 18,770/-were spent.

Delhi North, Prashant Vihar : From 8th August to 4th Sep. Medical check-up, Help to deaf and dumb, School articles, Bhajan Sandhya, Naturopathy Camp,BKJ, GVCA etc. were held. 1100 people were benefited.                                           
Punjab North, Bhatinda : From 2-15.8 Bhajan Sandhya, Tulsi Vitran, Mehndi etc were arranged.

(Niti: Nov., 2010)

Ambala City, Haryana North : Branch celebrated its cultural week from 23rd to 27th November 2009. On the first day, Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom day was celebrated at GRSD Sr. Sec. School Ambala City. Thirteen teams of local schools participated. The inaugural speech was delivered by Principal Shankar Kashyap. In the Declamation contest, the overall trophy was bagged by Police DAV School. In BKJ (know your India) quiz contest 21 teams participated. The team of Sohan Lal DAV School won first prize in the Senior category while PKR Jain Sr. Sec. School bagged first prize in junior category. Rangoli, Mehandi & Painting competitions were also held. More than 87 students participated. Yoga Shivir & Yoga competitions were held in the BVP Bhavan on the last two days.

(NITI: Feb., 2010)

Anakapalli Central, A.P. North & East : On 5th October 2009 Sriman Peetambara Raghunadhacharya Swami Founder of Shri Astalakshmi Peetam, Shri Bhagavat Siddhi Peeta of Kondakoppaka village inaugurated the Sanskriti Saptah as the Chief Guest along with Shri R.C. Jain, State President and other state office bearers. Retired teachers and Veda Brahmins were honoured: a quiz on Ithihas was conducted, 100 kgs. of Rice was also distributed to the economically backward people which was contributed by Shri Srinivasa Chowdary, flu medicines were distributed in laprosy colony and makavanan village, debate competitions were conducted at Shri Gowri Granthalayam, sponsored by Siddhartha School, Govarpalem. Veena Sravanthi competitions were conducted at Shirdi Sai Mandir, Velpulaveedhi, in which 19 persons participated. At Aadarna Swachanda Seva Samsthan, Vishnu Sahasranama Sankeerthanam was conducted for the welfare of mentally retorted children. In Akshyadham Manovikas Kendram 25 children were given shelter and food. Bhajan Sandhya conducted at Shri Kanyaka Parameswari Temple in which 7 team’s paticipated. It was in memory of late Kandredregula Malleswara Rao by his son Shri Kandregula with Murali Krishna. The Valedictory function was held on 12.10.2009. The chief guest Shri Ch. S.S. Ramachandra Rao, State General Secretary awarded prizes.

(NITI: Jan., 2010)

Raniganj, West Bangal : Distributed free medicines through Vivekananda Sevakendra worth Rs. 8000/- and Ram Krishan Mission Ashram, Ramharipur, Bankura worth Rs. 4000/- Distributed ration to 60 widows, maintained one free bed at Marwari Relief Society Hospital. Maintaining weekly Dental clinic with support of Dr. Rajesh Gupta at Vivekananda Sevakendra. Adopted a school in the year 2004, named Nivedita Pally Prathmik Vidyalaya of 40 students at Kumar Bazar Raniganj. An amount of Rs. 15000/- was given to Shri Raghunath Balika Vidyalaya, Laxmangarh for the purpose of student schlorship. Arranged GVC programme and BKJ quiz competition among students of local schools.

Greater Kailash, Delhi South : The branch organised Sanskriti Saptah on 30th September, 3rd, 6th and 10th October, 2009 at different locations. The programme included, among other matters, 'Goshthi' on different topics related to "Bharatiya Sanskriti" and BVP role in motivating its spread among children, families and 'Praudh' men and women. Around 100 members and other attended these functions and most of them expressed their considered views on the subjects. The guest of honour on two days was Shri Mansoor a yoga teacher and preacher of Bhagwat Gita in USA, Europe and India for the last 15 years. Shri D.N. Grover National Secretary PR, was present on all these days and participated in the deliberations. Shri Vijay Gupta, a noted poet and writer and the branch's senior Vice President anchored the entire programme and made it lively with his views & couplets.

Janakpuri Main : A Sanskriti Saptah was organized from 04.09.09 to 12.09.09 at Shri Sanatan Dharam Mandir On 4th September a lecture on unmploment & rising prices was delivered by the Sh. Raj Narain Pandey retired administrator from Ministry of Agiculture & president of Samarth Siksha Samiti, Delhi. 56 members ware present GVCA was held in 2 schools by Honouring 64 teachers and distributing scholarship to 20 students. The main speaker in the functions was Sh. I.D. Ojha National Working President who was also the chief guest. On 6th September Environment day was celebrated by planting 30 trees and distributing 270 Tulsi plants. On 7th Septembr GVCA was held in 2 schools by Honouring 78 teachers.

(NITI: Nov., 2009)

Lively programme was organized by children of Shri Gurudwara of A block, under the direction of Mrs. Gandhi, who took great pains to train the children. Leading the audience to ecstasy and thereafter a talk by Shri Narinder Madan Ph.D., LLB on means of Salvation by selfless Service was delivered. 

(NITI: Nov., 2009)

Tuni, A.P.North-East : Sanskriti Saptah was organized by the branch from 17.9.2008 to 23-9-2008, inaugurated by Smt. K. Sobharani, Municipal Chairperson with State convenor Sri B.V.S.S. Seshaji. An impressive Sangeetha Vidhavaji by the children was the highlight of the programme. During GVCA outstanding students were honoured. An impressive display of Art Exhibition by a famous artist of Rajamundry was organised. Lectures on Indian culture and music concerts were also delivered.

Gajuwaka: Branch organized Sanskirti Saptah from 14.12.08 to 21.12.2008. Programmes were held at Gajuwaka which included: Gayatri Yagnam, Career Guidance & Personality Development, AIDS Awareness  Eye check-up, Dental check-up and Talent Games for women. Prizes were presented to the winners by the chief guest Sri B.S.S.S.Sai (State Sanskriti Saptah convener).

West Bengal : During Sanskriti Saptah  villagers staged cultural programmes in their villages and we provided exercise books, pencils, rubbers, biscuits, bhujiyas to all students in some schools and lunch (khichri) to villagers. Tulsi Plants were given to 100 villagers in Ilsoba village.

Kolkata South, West Bengal : Branch organized  NGSC at Laxmipati Singhania Academy on 27th September, 2008. Chief guest was Shri Nandlal Singhania, State President.

In October, 08 branch extended festival greetings to members by two useful books - " Grihastha Gita" and " Aushadh Darshan".

Uttamanand Matri Ashram at Konnagar is a home to about 20 old aged ladies, who have no body to look after in their family. The branch is actively associated in extending help to this institution by providing money for food stuff, milk etc.. Last year Parishad arranged boring of a Deep Tubewell for drinking water in the Ashram & nearby Community at a cost of Rs. 46000/-.

(NITI: Feb., 2009)

Malerkotla, Punjab East : During Sanskriti Saptah 100 plants of Tulsi were distributed, lecture delivered by a Doctor on eye care for the students of S.S.Jain High School and a lecture of S.F.S. Sr. Sec. Public School. Another lecture was arranged on Anti drug addiction by the doctor for the students of Govt. Sr. Sec.School Village Boghiwal & lecture arranged on moral values for the students of K.M.R.D. Jain Girl College. Rangoli and Mehndi competitions were also held.

Pali, Rajasthan West : Branch organized Sanskriti Saptah from 28 September to 5 October managed by Mahila wing of the branch.Acupressure Camp, Dandia Dance, Cooking Classes, Display competition, the subject "In Modern Times Whether Inter Caste Marriage in Justified or Not" and Cultural programme , folk dance competition were organized during the week.

Rajahmundry, A.P. : Branch celebrated Sanskriti Saptah in a grand manner by concucting competition among various sections of people. The competitions began from 23.8.2008 and ended on 12.9.2008. Municipal Commissioner of Rajahmundry, Sri V. Rajendra Prasad was the chief guest. The activities undertaken were: Dress competition, Drawing Competition, Hasya Kavita in Telgu, Bharat Ko Jano, Story Telling and NGSC Hindi.

(NITI: Jan., 2009)

Khanna (Punjab North) : During Sanskriti Saptah branch celebrated 15th August with the senior citizens by unfurling the National Flag. Branch also arranged the hemoglobin check up camp at govt. primary school No.5, in which 73 students were examined by Sh. Mohan Jassal Care Laboratory G.A.D. Mkt Khanna. After this ENT check up camp at Satya Bharti School Vill Cheema. 63 students were examined by ENT specialist Dr. G.S. Mallhi M.B.B.S. M.S. Branch organized GVCA at Govt. Sr. Sec. School Vill. Lalheri in which 20 teachers were honoured by the students and 13 meritorious students were honoured by the teachers. Branch also arranged a Bhajan Sandhya at Bala Ji Mandir and honoured sports persons who played on national level from Khanna City. Branch also arranged to celebrate "Teachers Day" on 5th September.

(Niti Dec., 2008)

Shalimar Bagh, Delhi North :Branch celebrated Sanskriti Saptah wef 15th August: by distributing (i) prasad to Janmastami Shobha Yatra; (ii) 1000 copies and stationary items among the students of MCD Schools of the area and (iii) 31 Tulsi Plants on 28th August. Student of Silai Kendra, a permanent project of the branch, were provided lunch on 29th August. And the branch organised Group Song Competition, Sanskrit Group Song Competition and lokgeet Competition on 31 August at Jaspal Kaur Public School.  A total of 12 songs were presented by teams of 5 schools. All participant students were given a set of copies and pen. In addition a dictionary was given to all first prize winner students.

Moga, Punjab South : The branch celebrated Vikas Month August 2008 as follows: distributed fresh food among the students of Dev Samaj Sr. Sec.School, on the 3rd anniversary of the mother of our Jt. Secretary Mr. Yash Pal Mittal. Mr. Mittal also donated Rs. 1100/- to the branch. Celebrated Van Mahotsva by planting of different Saplings in the Shahidi park and  M.D.A.S.Sr. Sec. School. Donated sewing Machine on the marriage of a needy girl of a poor Brahmin family. Independence Day was celebrated by hoisting National Flag at BVP Bhawan Moga and distributed sweets. Distributed 500 Saplings of Tulsi near S.D. Mandir, Partap Road, Moga on this day.

17th August arranged : Hawan Yagya at Arya Samaj Bhawan 2-New town, Moga in which 22 members of the Parishad with their families participated  Sh. Divakar Bharati was the Brahma. On 20th August members visited the site of flood and helped the needy flood victims of the society by distributing medicines worth Rs. 13000/- in a camp, demanded and organised by the civil surgeon Moga Dr. Adarsh Sood and on 21st August distributed 3000 candles for the flood victims as demanded by the Administation, through SDM, Moga.

24th August: members took part in the Puranahuti of the Yagya at Arya Samaj Bhawan, Moga and donated Rs. 1100/-. Paid Rs. 1100/- to Baba Burfani Sewa Mandal, Moga for Langar on way to Baba Amar Nath Yatra. As demanded by the Civil Surgeon, Moga Parishad got printed 5000 pads slip for medical Camp is Schools.

Anakapalle, Central, A.P.North-East : Branch conducted Sanskriti Saptah from 5-9-08 to 12-9-08: 5-9-08 Inaugration by Smt. B.Krishnaveni, Regional Transport Officer. Eighteen teachers were honoured by the Chief Guest on Teachers Day. 6-9-08 : 18 students gave performance of different "Yogasana's" as per the direction of N.N.M.Rao (Nagesh) Yogasana teacher and it was witnessed by many in Kusuma Haranath Kalyana Mandapam where S. Satyanarayana was the Chief Guest.

7-9-08 Jokes Competition was conducted jointly with laughing club at S.V. Memorial Hall, in which 17 teams participated.

8-9-08 "Bhajana Sandhya" in memory of late Kandregula Malleswara Rao was conducted in a grand gala manner by  his son Kandregula Murali in which 8 teams participated. All participating teams were given mementos (Lord Balaji Photo) and it was held at Sri Venkaterswara Devastanam, inaugurated by Sri Sakala Govinda Rao, Chairman of the Devastanam.

9-9-08 BVP Star Milan programme was conducted in which 102 Mahila took part with Smt. Sreedharala Subha as Chief Guest and anchor.  10-9-08 Quiz competition was conducted on "Ithihasamulu" by Dr. M.Venkteswara Rao Grade -1. Telgu Pandit for two groups (upto 7th junior group and 8th to 10 senior group) at Sri Gurajada Public School, Anakapalle. Sri K, Jabardhan, correspondent, Hima Shekhar Educational Institutions was the chief guest.

11-9-08 Veena Competition was conducted at Sri Shirdi Sai Sewa  Samithi & Samastan,in which 15 teams participated and 5 prizes were declared. All the participants were honoured by Sri Sarisa Srinivasa Rao, Proprietor, Gopal Krishnna Electricals, Anakapalle.

12-9-08 NGSC competition inrespect of Regional language and in Hindi was conducted at Y.M.V.A. Sreedhara Venkataramana Memorial Hall in which8 teams in Hindi, 5 teams in regional language participated. And all the participated teams were honoured by presenting one pen and certificate of participation. At the Valedictory Function Sri G. Haragipal Rao, Retd. D.S.P. was the chief guest and Sri G. Kanakayya State president, A.P. North-East was the guest of honour and Sri Ch. S.S.Ramachandra Rao, State General Secretary was the special invitee. The persons who organised various programmes were honoured.

A.P. North, Anakapalli Main Branch : The branch observed “Sanskriti Saptah” from 10-09-08 to 15-09-08. Under this programme an Elocution Contest, Drawing Competition, Fancy Dress Competition, National Group Song Competition, Chess Competition for school children were held. In the adopted village Krishnapuram games for women were conducted. Bharat Ko Jano and GVCA were also held.A large number of members and almost all the branch Office Bearers were present on almost all the occasions. Prizes were given to the winners. Meritorious teachers and students were honoured.

Poorvi Luckow, Avadh Goraksh : Branch organised Sanskriti Maah Samaroh from 9th Aug onwards at Valmiki Rangshala, Lucknow. Shri N.P.Pushkarna, Prantiya Secretary, Shri V.S.Katiyar, Shri Mukesh Jain, Regional Organising Secretary Zon-VI, were present on the occasion. Dr. Sheema Rizvi, eminent educationist and Journalist , and Ex UP Minister was the Chief Guest and Smt. Usha Asthana, Rashtriya Mantri Parivar Sanskar was Vishisht Atithi. Several programmes like Sunder Kand Paath, Hariyali Teej, Fancy Dress for tiny tots, story reciting, quiz, Art and Drawing competition and many more were organised, Certain article to  Handicapped and Orphans were also donated by the members.

On 20.09.08, Samapan Samaroh was organized in which dance competition in three different age groups was conducted. Smt. Kiran Srivastava, president Mahila Prakoshtha, conducted the programme in a well organised manner. The entire programme was organized by lady members of the branch.

(Niti:  Nov, 2008)