Vidial celebrated Republic day (26 Jan 2008) with the kids of Aravanaikum anbu illam as it had been doing every year[Past 2 years]. However this year turned out to be even more special, Beneficiaries of Vidial also joined in the celebration and it turned our to be a great get together, Happiness radiating from everyone's face who was there.
This time we organized the Coimbatore beneficiary meet along with our Republic day celebrations.
One of the best thing about this year's republic day was that it occurred on a Saturday, hence it stuck to us why can't we have two days of celebration instead of a single day.
Picnic to VOC park & Coimbatore ZOO
On Saturday, Kids from the illam (67 from illam and 4 Beneficiaries) were taken to the Coimbatore zoo and VOC park. A bus was arranged for ferrying the students and our members. We had a vague idea of the kids would be enjoying, but were amazed by the enthusiasm shown by the kids to travel in the bus.
This time we organized the Coimbatore beneficiary meet along with our Republic day celebrations.
One of the best thing about this year's republic day was that it occurred on a Saturday, hence it stuck to us why can't we have two days of celebration instead of a single day.
Picnic to VOC park & Coimbatore ZOO
On Saturday, Kids from the illam (67 from illam and 4 Beneficiaries) were taken to the Coimbatore zoo and VOC park. A bus was arranged for ferrying the students and our members. We had a vague idea of the kids would be enjoying, but were amazed by the enthusiasm shown by the kids to travel in the bus.
The first destination was the Zoo. The children were split into groups with each group mentored by at least one of our members. Then they were taken to the VOC park and allowed to play freely, which they enjoyed thoroughly. We could see them showing their happiness through loud laughter, squeals and giggles.
The entire trip was planned and executed by our college chapter functioning with full enthusiasm and interest.
Beneficiary Meet & Sports Day
On 27th Morning, Our college team met with our beneficiaries from Coimbatore (Sugantha priya, Sathish, Stella Mary & Dinesh. Dinesh and Stella Mary are supported by another group called Ananvi, Vidial is providing logistical assistance alone). Other beneficiaries were not able to make it due to various personal reasons.
The main aim of the beneficiary meet was to let them know each other, share their goals, aspirations and make sure they are on the right track to achieve them. We also wanted to reiterate the fact that Vidial is not something alien, but a good friend and a mentor, who will be with them till they can stand on their own legs. Parthi anna who has been our mentor from our initial days, sat with beneficiaries and discussed with the beneficiaries regarding their progress, what they need to do in life to achieve their goals. We are sure that it would have definitely kindled a spark within every kid. We are planning to have these kind of beneficiaries meet at all our major places by next month.
In the afternoon, Games and fun events awaited the kids and the kids missed no opportunity to enjoy themselves. There were prizes to be won and the children had a nice time. As a conclusion to this 2 day fest prizes were distributed by Parthi anna after a short and crisp speech. Thundering applause from the entire cheering crowd made the prize winners wear their biggest smile along with the look of accomplishment.
One of the best things about this two day fest was that Sathish one of our Beneficiaries from illam is looked up with respect by every other kid in the illam. other students were obeying his words. He has certainly evolved, to some extent, as a role model for the children of Anbu illam, as we had dreamed and worked hard for the same.
Small things can make people very happy and seeing happiness ripple through smiling faces can lift the mood of anyone who sees it happen. It was a moment of utter joy, happiness for those of us who were a part of the celebrations.
At this juncture We express our sincere gratitude to Parthi na & G-18 institution, who not only helped us in addressing the beneficiaries and distributing the prizes, but also helped us in logistics.
