Education  India Project #24545

Support Abandoned Mentally Challenged Children

by Sri Arunodayam Charitable Trust
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Support Abandoned Mentally Challenged Children
Support Abandoned Mentally Challenged Children
Support Abandoned Mentally Challenged Children

Project Report | Nov 1, 2017
Diwali: Rejoicing in the light!

By Althea DSylva | Manager - Communications & Resource Mobilization

Lighting the Diwali lamps
Lighting the Diwali lamps

“Learn to light a candle in the darkest moments of someone’s life. Be the light that helps others see; it’s what gives life its deepest significance.” - Roy T. Bennett

Diwali is always a fun time for kids, especially ours! It’s a festival they wait for all year round. The new clothes, the crackers, the fun and games, chatting with visitors, sumptuous food and so much more! Our children had a blast! The deeper significance of this festival of course being the victory of good over evil, and light over darkness.

The day started early at 5.30 am with the customary ritual of the children getting an oil massage and a warm bath. They had a healthy breakfast, thanks to the generosity of a kind donor who sponsors breakfast on Diwali day for more than 10 years! Around 10 am they excitedly changed into their new clothes – thanks to the kind generosity of another donor who sponsored clothes for both the children and the staff. The children proudly showed off their new garments and started a morning cracker session followed by a sumptuous lunch of chicken biriyani and traditional sweets, lovingly prepared by another wonderful donor and his family.

In the afternoon, they watched a movie we screened for them and then we had photo sessions and games. So, that kept us all busy until tea time. The highlight of the day soon followed with a lovely cracker show from 5 to 7 pm.  (The crackers were also donated by kind benefactors). Tired after a hectic day of fun and frolic, the children retired to bed after a lovely dinner of rawa kichadi, sambar, chutney, and sweets, sponsored by kind donors.

We had a lovely day because of the generosity of  these wonderful people who make it a point to commit themselves to the welfare of these children year-on-year. They helped make Diwali a wonderful experience for the children!

And that’s how Diwali was celebrated here. The children are exposed to all the festivals, which helps them enjoy multiculturalism with the deepest respect.

Dressed for the occasion
Dressed for the occasion
Dressed for the occasion
Dressed for the occasion
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Sri Arunodayam Charitable Trust

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu - India
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Twitter: @sri_arunodayam
Project Leader:
Iyyappan Subramanian
Founder Managing Trustee
Chennai , Tamil Nadu India

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