FROM PRESIDENT'S DESK
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| Dr J S Nanra |
Another equally important event was the handing over of scholarship cheques to recipients of Perpetual Scholarships of Nishkam and Scholarships instituted by the 'Relief Committee of Greater New York, USA'. 303 students, studying in classes from VIII to XII (including professional courses students) who are brilliant in studies but their parents have limited financial resources, were given the scholarship cheques. I convey my blessings to all these students.
Nishkam has always stood in the fore-front to help the needy, not only in providing assistance for education but also for medical care and other facilities for needy widows, destitute senior citizens, orphans and physically challenged persons.......
Nishkam is completing this year its 30 years' journey of relentless service to the humanity. This has been made possible due to the untiring efforts of each and everyone associated with Nishkam, guidance given by experts and the excellent work done by the past presidents, general secretaries and Council Members/Sewadars. Each one has added to the spirit of energy and selfless service that has brought Nishkam to today's level. Let us reaffirm our commitment to the cause of 'Nishkam Sewa' and 'Sarbat Da Bhalla'. I wish Nishkam success in all its endeavors and pray that Nishkam scales greater heights of excellence, keep its commitment to serve the society and continue achieving its goals set for the noble cause.
Dr J S Nanra
SIKLIGAR EDUCATION PROJECT
STUDY TOUR PERFORMED BY SIKLIGAR STUDENTS
With a view to enhance general awareness and provide first hand information about historical places, monuments and leading Gurdwaras in Punjab and Delhi, a Study Tour was organized by the Nishkam Sikh Welfare Council for 20 Sikligar students studying in Khalsa Public Secondary School, Guru Ram Das Colony, Udaipur in Standards III to VIII. The students were accompanied by their two teachers, Mrs. Taranpal Kaur and Mrs. Santosh Sharma. Their stay and transportation arrangements got made through Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee, New Delhi.
After visiting the historical monuments and Gurdwaras in and around Delhi, the students paid a visit to the Nishkam HQ at Nishkam Bhawan, New Delhi on 17th April 2014. S. Baljit Singh, Nishkam Coordinator for the entire Tour, showed them various Project Offices and Divisions in the Nishkam HQ. In the Main Hall of the Bhawan, students were addressed by Dr J S Nanra, President, NSWC; S. Harbhajan Singh (JP), General Secretary, NSWC and S. Baljeet Singh, Coordinator. Two students were interviewed also by S. Lakhwinder Singh, Member, NSWC to assess the knowledge gained by the students and information collected during the tour. S. Harbhajan Singh, JP emphasized on continuation of studies, regularly coming to school and encouraging others also to attend the school. He said that Nishkam would always support the needy students who show interest in studies and do hard work to get good marks in final examinations.
Dr. Nanra stressed on brilliant performance and urged them not to miss any class. He said that Nishkam would always help those who pass the final examination securing at least 60% marks. Dr. Nanra urged the teachers to see that students come to attend classes daily and concentrate on their studies. He said that the scholarship would continue even after completing the school level studies and taking admission in a Professional Degree Course in a recognized College. He concluded his address telling the students to write an essay on their education tour covering the places visited, knowledge gained and experiences of their travel to various places. Both the teachers assured Dr Nanra to see that all students attend their classes regularly and concentrate on studies. Mrs. Santosh Sharma expressed deep gratitude on behalf of the school authorities and thanked Nishkam for their kind gesture towards the marginalized students.
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In the end, all the students were taken to an air conditioned restaurant on Jail Road, West Delhi where a lavish lunch was served with a view to create a sense of belongingness with them. Other Nishkam Members who joined them at lunch were, S. Harbhajan Singh (TG), S. Kanwaljit Singh Talwar, S. Lakhwinder Singh, S. Baljeet Singh Anand, Dr. J S Nanra and S. Harbhajan Singh (JP). All the students were given mementos as a token of goodwill for their visit to Nishkam HQ.
OTHER SIKLIGAR ACTIVITIES
- 63 new Sikligar students have been admitted in various schools during the Quarter from April to June 2014. Out of all these new students, 2 have been admitted in Delhi; 53 in UP and 8 in Yamuna Nagar.
- S. Anup Singh, a Moral Education Teacher, based at Aligarh (UP) has been doing commendable work for the benefit of Sikligar children residing in his area. Recent activities performed by him are as listed below:-
- Sikligar girl students are being imparted training in stitching work to make them self dependant. Financial assistance to their families has also been given. A proposal to continue this program was put forward by S. Anup Singh which has been duly approved by Nishkam Management.
- A Summer Camp was organized during May 2014 at S S D Public School, Aligarh in which a total of 19 Sikligar students took part and got benefitted with a number of activities related to overall development. Some pictures taken on the occasion are given below.
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Students took part in dance program also. They were given the Participation Certificates by the Dignitaries. On the whole, it was a novel fun & learning experience for the students.
- "With his initiatives, a number of Sikligar students as well as some non-Sikh students appeared for the Annual Examination for Correspondence Course on Sikh Studies, held by Dharam Prachar Committee of SGPC, Amritsar and came out with flying colours.
- "A proposal was submitted by S. Anup Singh to take Sikligar students on a tour of Gurdwaras in Delhi and Agra in near future. Nishkam Management has approved it.
Besides this, Sikligar students and their family members from Karnataka came on an excursion tour of Amritsar.
Nishkam fully supported this initiative and extended cooperation to "Akhand Soh" Organization of Karnataka which arranged this trip. Under the supervision of Nishkam Members S. Lakhwinder Singh and S. Baljeet Singh Anand, lunch and dinner was provided to all the students and their family members.