Howrah, May 12: Balitikuri in Howrah witnessed a vibrant celebration of creativity and imagination as children gathered for a unique drawing and painting competition. Organized jointly by The Mind Tree Abacus, Mahatma Gandhi Youth Computer Center, and Step Up Classes, the event was part of the inauguration ceremony of Balitikuri’s first Abacus Institute On Sunday, May 11.
With a nominal registration fee of just ₹20, the event drew participation from over 500 children across various age groups of from class I – V. Thoughtful and relevant themes such as “Air Pollution,” “Water Pollution,” “My Mother, My Inspiration,” “Nature and Me,” and “A Day with My Family” were given to the participants, allowing them to express their thoughts and emotions through vibrant colours. Registration began at 3 PM, followed by an inaugural speech by Kaushik Nandy, proprietor of Mind Tree Abacus Balitikuri.
All necessary art materials were provided free of cost, and local volunteers from the organizing institutions lent a helping hand to the children throughout the event. Shubhajit Pramanik, in-charge of the Abacus teaching team, shared, “According to the National Education Policy 2020, it is crucial to build numeracy, reasoning, and problem-solving skills at the primary level.
Learning Abacus helps in the development of children’s brains and enhances memory and focus. This is how we can nurture a smart and confident future generation.” The judges praised the originality and artistic abilities of the children. Every participant received a certificate of participation, and select artworks have been announced to be showcased in a special exhibition next month.
Ajay Verma, founder of Step Up Classes and co-organizer, stated, “Our aim is not just competition, but to awaken creativity among children and give them a chance to fall in love with art. Art is a language of imagination. I want every child to draw with joy to think freely and paint with their heart.” The event was graced by renowned social worker Soumen Bandyopadhyay and enthusiastic parents, many of whom praised the initiative. One parent commented, “Events like this not only nurture creativity in our children but also help build confidence, focus, and a positive mindset. My child truly enjoyed the competition today, learned something new, and expressed their thoughts through colours nothing could make us happier.”
The event concluded with a group photo session and light refreshments, making it a fun-filled and memorable day for the young participants. In short, this colourful event brought smiles to children’s faces and filled the air with joy and celebration.
