Nanjangud camp marks Phule bicentenary, calls for protection of govt. schools
A summer camp was held in Nanjangud to celebrate the 200th birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and emphasize the importance of protecting government schools. Organized by The All India Democratic Students’ Organisation, the camp aimed to educate children about the lives of social reformers and promote value-based education. Speakers highlighted Phule's contributions to education and the need for community involvement in safeguarding public schools.
- ▪The camp was organized by The All India Democratic Students’ Organisation (AIDSO).
- ▪Ranjith Dhoopad emphasized the importance of introducing children to the ideals of social reformers.
- ▪Speakers expressed concern over the challenges faced by the public education system.
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Marking the 200th birth anniversary of social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and reiterating the need to protect government schools, a one-day children’s summer camp was organised at Geekallihundi village in Nanjangud taluk on Sunday.The camp, organised by The All India Democratic Students’ Organisation (AIDSO), focused on familiarising children with the lives and struggles of great personalities while promoting value-based education and social awareness.Addressing the gathering, Ranjith Dhoopad, member of the Public Education Protection District Committee, said children could be moulded into responsible and value-oriented individuals by introducing them to the ideals and struggles of social reformers and eminent personalities.Speaking on the life and contributions of Jyotiba Phule, he…
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