Campaign Promotes Outdoor Sports and Creative Activities
New Delhi: The Social Wing of the National Akali Dal organised an awareness campaign focusing on mobile phone use and online gaming among children. The programme encouraged children to take part in outdoor sports and creative activities under the theme “Play India, Healthy India”.
The event was organised under the leadership of Rashmeet Kaur Bindra, National President of the Social Wing. Paramjeet Singh Pamma, National President of the National Akali Dal, attended as the chief guest.
Children Participate in Sports and Art Activities
Sports equipment, painting materials and other useful items were distributed among children. Activities included races, kho-kho, ludo, chess and painting.
Speaking at the event, Pamma said children should have opportunities to participate in sports and creative pursuits alongside using digital technology. He highlighted how outdoor games can encourage teamwork and discipline, while chess and painting offer opportunities to develop concentration and creativity.
He also called on parents and teachers to encourage balanced technology use and make time for children’s participation in outdoor activities.
Bindra said the campaign aimed to engage children in constructive activities and provide opportunities for them to explore their interests and develop their skills.
Participants Discuss Online Gaming Awareness
Some participants called for stronger measures to address concerns about online gaming and its effects on children. The campaign focused on raising awareness and encouraging participation in sports and creative activities.
Those present included Vikrant Mohan, National Secretary of the National Akali Dal; Bhavna Dhawan, National President of the Women’s Wing; Trilochan Singh Kundal, President of ARBD (R) Ramgarhia Board, Delhi; Secretary Avtar Singh Bhurji; Balbir Singh Namdhari; Jagjit Singh; Sunita Arora; Ridham Chaddha; Pradeep Singh; Jasbir Singh Kalsi; Harpreet Singh; and Gurjeet Singh.
The National Akali Dal said it plans to continue initiatives focused on children’s wellbeing and participation in sports and creative activities.
