Ganesh Chaturthi at DJRC

DJRC Balabharati is gearing up for celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi, in the honor of favorite deity - Lord Ganesha, lovingly known as Ganappa in the local language. The fervor sets in with preparations to welcome Ganapathi  - Remover of Obstacles,  lord of wisdom & knowledge and whose presence itself is an abundance of happiness and joy.

Children guided by parents took up the task of making Ganesha idol. Right Clay for the purpose was obtained and the first major work began. Curious kids of DJRC had a memorable time in the process.

 

Lot of other activities have been delegated between the children and parents, Decorations, finalising and cleaning the place of Sthapana, prasad preparation, music and drums, Pot luck and feast etc..

DJRC wishes all other Balabharati's and everyone a very happy festival time.

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Chote Kisan

The most important resources for all of us are Air, Water, Food and Nature that provides them to us. Making children aware of them, is not just important but also necessary.  There is no better way than learning by experience. With that in mind the Balabharati team at DJRC decided to introduce children to farming and effort it takes to  grow food that comes to our tables.

It was decided to grow vegetables in the neighborhood and Children were involved in all the activities - preparing the ground, tilling, manuring,  sowing seeds, watering regularly, taking out weeds.
Children although excited in this Journey, started realising it not very easy to grow food. It takes lot of hard work and patience to cultivate and understand its importance, which otherwise is taken for granted. When by the time first round of produce was ready, they were not just happy but also appreciative of the efforts. It will also make them sensitive to not waste food.

This will continue, from the produce, they will sell it to the residents, buy seeds and manure and go
for another round.


                                                                    
          
 
 
 
 
 
                                   

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Seva Activity by DJRC, LVC, LPT & LB - April 2017

Balabharati centers of  Royal County, Lake Point Tower , Lake Bay and Lake View County came together for a Seva activity.  Setting a target to support Gandhi Education Trust, which works to provide Home & Shelter for Old, Home & Education for Children, Families from the apartments - Young and old collected contributions towards Food ration, medical supplies, Clothes, Text & Story Books, Wheelchair, Monetary support etc.

On 30th April 2017 Sunday, few families along with Children traveled in person with all the contributions to Gandhi Old Age Home & Education Society. This is an Old Age home housing 120 people. In the other facility, children are provided support with Shelter and assistance for education. Families had a chance to interact with the Elderly at the trust and people running the trust. Elderly are being take care well with the required  facilities, Nutrition, Medical care, Recreation. The place has small in house garden for growing vegetables. The visiting children had carried saplings prepared by them during Balabharati sessions and they planted Tree saplings (Tamarind) at the site.

Place is equipped with an Ambulance, Large Hygienic Kitchen and a  Mess,. We were received with great warmth. Old Grannies prepared savories (Obattu aka Puran Poli) for all.  Original recipe prepared by the most experienced hands created magic. Children kept licking the fingers.

It was also humbling to hear various experiences from the residents. Many residents voluntarily work to help the trust and support each other. Some Manage accounts, Electrical and plumbing works, Take care of temple rituals. An elderly uncle did Archana for all the visiting children at Ganapathi temple in the premise. All in all it was a memorable day.

Contributions Summary
Food Products
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1 Premium Sona Masuri Rice         
2 Ashirvaad Whole Wheat Atta     
3 Sunflower Edible Oil                   
4 Basmati Rice                               
5 Toor Dal                                     
6 Onion                                           
7 Potatoes                                       
8 Ragi Flour                                   

Other Products
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1 Clothe Bags (Normal & Warm)           
2 Adult Diaper Packs                               
3 Cordless Phone Set                               
4 Inflatable Mattress with Pump             
5 Text Books & Bags                                   
6 Story Books Sets                                   
7 Pens , Crayons, Pencils, Stationery sets
8 JSB Foldable Steel Wheelchair             

Monetary Donations
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Bharatiya Khel at DJRC - Jan 2017

Families at DJRC celebrated the spirit of Bharatiya Khel. It was Sun and Sweat on Sunday Jan 29 2017.  Children playing traditional Indian sports "Bharatiya Khel" along with their parents. The joy on children's face is seen by their gleam ear-to-ear when they team up with parents to fight it out. Two hours of playing Lagori(pittu) and kho Kho made a memorable day. These group games can be played with very little or no resources. These sports are played regularly at DJRC. 

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Sankranti, Kite flying at DJRC - Jan 2017

Parents and Children of DJRC Balabharati had a wonderful time organizing and flying kites during the Sankranti festival in Jan 2017. When the discussions started about the event, it created an excitement as parents were again indulging in their childhood favorite activity and also share that experience with the Children.  Balabharati kids started the preparations - with some making their kites, some shopping, learning the skill to tie knots (Kanna). The journey to the event was also as funfilled as the event itself. All the safety precautions were  taken care of.

On the designated day of 14th Jan 2017, everyone assembled, indulged in final preparations and started launching respective kites. Few experts among the parents were guiding the novices and rest.
As the kites started soaring high all the eyes were gazing upwards. Children took turns to learn handling, maneuvering and stabilizing the kites. This was not just an unique experience for many children, but also a great fun. They would not want to stop and were at it for hours. Balabharati's encourage many such outdoor activities.

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