‘SEEMA DARSHAN’ – An initiative by the Ministry of Human Resource Development

Children would be encouraged to visit soldiers on the borders to develop a better understanding and convey the nation’s gratitude for their services by ‘Seema Darshan’ programme for students for a period of five days starting from 22nd January 2016.

What is ‘Seema Darshan’ programme?

‘Seema Darshan’ is a unique initiative in which school children are visiting the border areas of our country and present before our soldiers and troops an array of performances showcasing the tradition and culture of our country through traditional songs and dances.

Who is organizing the programme?

The Ministry of Human Resource Development in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Home affairs.

Objective:

To provide the students with a first-hand experience of the prevailing security environment in the border areas.
To foster patriotism and nationalism among the students.
To provide an opportunity for the children to experience the border environment.
To inspire children and also boost the morale of our soldiers on this Republic Day.

Who is participating?

Students of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti will be participating in a programme.

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