Srinagar: On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, the NCC cadets of the Srinagar Group participated in a series of events at Army Public School, Srinagar, demonstrating their dedication to patriotism and community service.
The activities, organized as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan initiative, aimed to highlight the importance of hygiene, sanitation, and Gandhian values in today’s society.
The event, held in commemoration of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who championed sanitation as a key element of his Satyagraha movement, included a variety of activities. Cadets enthusiastically engaged in a painting competition, performed nationalistic songs, and conducted cleanliness awareness drives. Cultural programs and discussions on Gandhi’s values of peace, non-violence, and self-reliance were also central to the celebration.
Reflecting Gandhiji’s principles of “Swachh Bharat” (Clean India) and “Sarvodaya” (welfare for all), the cadets embraced the opportunity to honor his legacy through collective action, contributing to societal betterment.
The event concluded with a solemn pledge by the cadets to uphold Gandhi’s values of unity, equality, and service, reinforcing their commitment to nation-building and community welfare.