Rural Development Institute reached out to its beneficiaries on account of celebrating International Day of Disability on December 3rd and National Youth Day on January 12th. People with different forms of impairments and age groups gathered at RDI to mark the celebration of International Day of Disability.
This year’s theme was leadership and participation of persons with disability towards an inclusive, accessible and sustainable post-Covid 19 world. The objective of the program was to create a platform for people with disability from different field areas to gather and interact with each other. Special sessions offering technical and creative skills were conducted. On this occasion the teachers of RDI organized an art therapy session for children wherein they indulged in painting with hands, and leaves. They enjoyed the activities and were able to spend quality time with team members.
Chief Guest, Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, Vice Chancellor, SRHU gave his inspiring insight on the strength of individuals with impairments. To support the individuals with disabilities, assistive devices, tailoring machines, disability certificates, recognition award and scholarship were distributed to 21 people.
On 12 January 2022, National Youth Day was celebrated at Yamuna Hall at RDI. Peer educators and scholars participated in the event. The program started by giving a brief about the importance of Youth Day and Swami Vivekanandaji, followed by lamp lighting with the Chief Guest Sh. Prem Budakotiji and senior staff of RDI, Dr. Sheela, Dr. V. D. Semwal and Dr. Rajveev Bijalwan. The program constituted various activities like orator competition on “Contribution of Youth towards Nation Building.” Winners of the competition received prizes from the Chief Guest Sh. Prem Budakotiji. The program continued with showcasing of videos of H. H. Swami Rama and some motivational contemporary youth-oriented videos followed by the address of the Chief Guest.
At the culmination of the progam, vote of thanks was done by Dr. V. D. Semwal followed by high tea. Mr. Shivam Dhoundiyal (Youth Development Officer, SRHU) was doing the moderation of the whole event.
