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Smt. Pankaj Mittal, Chief Commissioner (Guides) and Secretary General, Association of Indian Universities along with Ms. Chempaka Pahamin, Chairperson, Asia Pacic Regional Committee

WAGGGS, Ms. Dato

Jeyedevi Subramaniam, Chief Commissioner of Girl Guides Association of Malaysia is inaugurating the “You Me and Us Together Reach Out Project” by lighting of lamp at Bharat Scouts and Guides, National Headquarters on 22nd May, 2023.

GLIMPSES OF CAPACITY BUILDING BUILDING

WORKSHOP ON ADULTS IN SCOUTING/GUIDING

EDITORIAL BOARD

DR. ANIL KUMAR JAIN

PRESIDENT

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SHRI KALI PRASAD MISHRA

VICE PRESIDENT

SHRI SATYANARAYAN SHARMA

VICE PRESIDENT

SHRI CHANDRAJIT SAIKIA

VICE PRESIDENT

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VICE PRESIDENT

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VICE PRESIDENT

DR. K.K. KHANDELWAL, IAS (RETD.)

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“A Scout is never taken by surprise; he knows exactly what to do when anything unexpected happens.”

-Robert Baden-Powell

The monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast, hosted by Prime Minister Shri Modi, completed its 100th episode on April 30, 2023. This program addresses various topics, including the environment, cleanliness, and social issues, and has been airing since October 3, 2014. It is broadcasted on the last Sunday of every month at 11 am on the All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan (DD) network. The 100th episode was a historic occasion and was even heard live at the U.N. HeadquartersintheTrusteeshipCouncilChamber.

The uniqueness of this program lies in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's highlighting of individuals across the country who excel in their respective elds and provide employment opportunities to people. For example, the 'Healing Himalayas' campaign focuses on clean-up drives and waste management in rural areas of the Himalayas One person from Jammu and Kashmir operates a pencil manufacturing unit that employs hundredsofpeople.

When addressing a question about ensuring quality education by 2030, the Prime Minister mentioned the implementation of the New Education Policy, the availability of regional language education options, and the integration of technology into education as factorsthatwouldcontributetoqualityeducation.

I'm delighted to hear that a large number of scouts, guides, rovers, and rangers participated in mapping shows at heritage sites across the country to pledge their commitment to protecting these important cultural sites.

I am condent that the Bharat Scouts and Guides will continue to engage in partnership programs with the GovernmentofIndia.

JaiHind!

WithScout/GuideGreetings.

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lkekftd eqn~nksa rd fofHkUu fo’k;ksa ij ns”k ds ukxfjdksa dks

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;g dk;ZØe vf}rh; gS D;ksafd Jh ujsanz eksnh th us ns”k Hkj esa dqN ,sls yksxksa dks ÁfrfcEfcr fd;k gS tks vius {ks= esa dq”ky gSa ,oa yksxksa dks jkstxkj Ánku djrs gSaA ^ghfyax fgeky;^ fgeky; ds xzkeh.k {ks=ksa esa lQkbZ vfHk;ku ,oa vif”k’V Áca/ku ij dsfUnzr ,d vfHk;ku gSA tEew d”ehj dk ,d O;fDr isafly dh eSU;qQSDpfjax ;wfuV pykrk gS ftlls lSdM+ksa yksxksa dks jkstxkj feyrk gSA

2030 rd xq.koÙkkiw.kZ f”k{kk lqfuf”pr djus ds ckjs esa ,d Á”u dk mÙkj nsrs gq,] Á/kkuea=h us ubZ f”k{kk uhfr ds dk;kZUo;u dk mYys[k fd;k] ,d {ks=h; Hkk’kk esa v/;;u dk fofYi ,oa f”k{kk esa ÁkS|ksfxdh ,dhdj.k dk xq.koÙkkiw.kZ f”k{kk lqfuf”pr djus esa bldk ÁHkko iM+sxkA

eq>s ;g tkudj vR;Ur ÁlUurk gqbZ gS fd gekjs fojklr LFkyksa dh j{kk djus dk ladYi ysus ds fy, ns”k Hkj ds fojklr LFkykas ij eSfiax “kks esa cM+h la[;k esa LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l] jksolZ ,oa jsatlZ us Hkkx fy;kA

eq>s vfirq iw.kZ fo”okl gS fd Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l]

Hkkjr ljdkj ds lkFk bl rjg ds lk>snkjh dk;ZØeksa esa Hkkx ysuk tkjh j[ksaxsA

t; fgUn!

LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l “kqHkdkeukvksa lfgrA

DR. ANIL KUMAR JAIN National President

The Bharat Scouts and Guides

Summer has arrived, bringing high temperatures worldwide. Life on Earth is threatened as some animal species are disappearing. Global warming urges us to protect our planet from pollution and deforestation. Our scouts and guides have planned activities such as litter clean-ups in public parks and the community, involving the public. We will seek assistance from the local forest department to gather saplings for planting during the upcoming rainy season to counter deforestation. I'm pleased to hear that our youth celebrated Earth Day on April 22nd with the theme "Invest in Our Planet." Remember, Earth Day is every day. I expect our scouts and guides to organize similar awareness activities throughouttheyear.

The Plastic Tide Turners Challenge is part of the United Nations Environment Programme, supporting youth efforts to combat plastic pollution. Our scouts, guides, Rovers, and Rangers have been participating in the program across all states, advocating for the reduction of single-use plastics and the prohibition of plastic carry bags. World Environment Day will be observed on June 5th with the theme "Beat Plastic Pollution." Adult leaders are encouraged to guide young individuals in developing awareness programs to discourage plastic usage.

The growth of our organization is a priority. I encourage stakeholders, from unit leaders to commissioners at various levels, to engage with educational institutions that have not yet been exposed to Scout and Guide activitiesandenrollthemasmembersoftheBSG.

WithScout/Guidegreetings.

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LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l us lkoZtfud ikdksZa ,oa leqnk; esa turk dks “kkfey djus tSlh xfrfof/k;ksa dh ;kstuk cukbZA ouksa dh dVkbZ dh HkjikbZ ds fy, vkxkeh cjlkr ds ekSle esa o`{kkjksi.k gsrq LFkkuh; ou foHkkx dh enn ysa ,oa ikS/ks ,df=r djsaA eq>s ;g tkudj ÁlUurk gqbZ gS fd gekjs ;qokvksa us 22 vÁSy dks gekjs ^gekjs xzg esa fuos”k^ fo’k; ds lkFk i`Foh fnol euk;kA i`Foh fnol ÁR;sd fnu gSA eSa mEehn djrk gw¡ fd gekjs LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l yksxksa ds chp tkx:drk iSnk djus gsrq o’kZ Hkj blh rjg dh xfrfof/k;ksa dh ;kstuk cuk,axsA

IykfLVd VkbM VuZlZ pSysat IykfLVd inw’k.k ls fuiVus gsrq ;qokvksa dks leFkZu nsus ds fy, la;qDr jk’Vª i;kZoj.k dk;ZØe dk fgLlk gSA gekjs LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l] jksolZ ,oa jsatlZ lHkh jkT;ksa esa flaxy ;wt IykfLVd ,oa IykfLVd dSjh cSx ij ÁfrcU/k gsrq vfHk;ku pykrs gq, dk;ZØe vk;ksftr dj jgs gSaA fo”o i;kZoj.k fnol 5 twu dks ^chV IykfLVd IkkWY;w”ku^ fo’k; ds lkFk euk;k tk jgk gSA o;Ld yhMlZ dks IykfLVd ds mi;ksx ls cpus gsrq tkx:drk dk;ZØeksa dks fodflr djus esa ;qokvksa dks ekxZn”kZu djus dh lykg nh tkrh gSA

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LdkmV xkbM “kqHkdkeukvksa lfgrA

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DR. K.K. KHANDELWAL, IAS (RETD.) Chief National Commissioner The Bharat Scouts and Guides

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Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l

This month is hot, with daytime temperatures shooting up. Adult leaders who are busy running summer camps have to take necessary precautions to protect our youth from sunstroke or sun exposure. State-level Rashtrapathi Testing camps are being conducted, and I expect all the aspirants to prepare well with all the necessary documents.

While we are focused on the youth program, we are equally busy urging states to expand scouting activities to areas where scouting does not currently exist. When considering growth, The Bharat Scouts and Guides have planned to implement the National Adult Resources Management Policy at the state and district levels. In this context, a national-level workshop on capacity building in adults in scouting and guiding was conducted a few days ago at the National Training CentreinPachmarhi.

Under this policy, states and districts have to assess the needs of adults to ensure a balanced number of units to adult leaders Adults, mostly volunteers, should be sufciently available for all units and should be trained at the required levels to maintain quality in the implementationoftheyouthprogram.

It was also decided in the workshop that similar workshops would be conducted at the state and district levels to discuss policy details, such as the procedure for recruitment of adults, their training system and support, and how to conduct performance appraisals foradults.

It is also crucial for states and districts to expand the organization to untouched areas and open new units when educational institutions reopen. It is encouraging to know that some states have made efforts to introduce scouting at the university level, and other states should follow suit to contribute to the overall growth of the organization.

Withscout/guidegreetings,

EDITOR

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LdkmV@xkbM “kqHkdkeukvksa

INTERNATIONAL EVENT

FIRST ASIA PACIFIC REGIONAL SUBCOMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS OF 2023-2025!

For FAPW Project Guidelines & Manual Review Working Group Manual who will be reviewing and understanding the Friends of Asia Pacic WAGGGS operational manual and project guidelines to ensure that the fund is utilized properly in the region to create optimalimpact.

CORONATION OF HIS MAJESTY KING CHARLES III

The coronation ceremony of His Majesty King Charles III was held in London on 6th May, 2023. The Bharat Scouts and Guides were entrusted with the responsibility of country provision for the above-specied ceremony. Shri Madusudan Awala, Addl. International Commissioner (S), Ms. Sara Shah of W.B. and Shri Shashank Dwarakanath Murki of Karnataka represented BSG, India. The host organisation had specically organised i n t e r n a t i o n a l r e c e p t i o n f o r t h e commonwealth individuals where all of them were thanked and appreciated for their valued participation and contribution. This was followed by undertaking cultural exchanges in the form of food ad scouting materials. The platform was unveiled for socializing actions and strengthening the bond and comfort that was prevalent in the atmosphere.

DARSHANA PASWASKAR

Joint

Director

(Guides) for selection on Working Group

5TH MESSENGERS OF PEACE (MOP) TEAM INDIA GATHERING & COORDINATORS WORKSHOP

5th Messengers of Peace Team India Gathering and MOP Coordinator’s Workshop was organized by The Bharat Scouts and Guides, National Headquarters from 20th to 24th April 2023 at SHQ, Bhubaneswar, Odisha under the dynamic leadership of Sri Amar B. Chettri, Joint Director of Scouts (Programme and Training). He was ably assisted by Shri Bablu Goswami, Assistant Director, Eastern Region in which 33 participants from 12 StateAssociationsparticipated.

NATIONAL EVENT

Dr. Kali Prasad Mishra, National Vice President and State Chief Commissioner of Odisha State Bharat Scouts and Guides ofcially inaugurated the Workshop in the presence of Shri Sarat Chandra Paikary, State Secretary, Smt. Anamika Das, SOC (G) & Sri Surjit Sen, STC (S) of Odisha State. The speeches of Dr. Kali Prasad Mishra and Amar B. Chettri motivated and encouraged the participants. The objectives of the Workshop and the progress of the MoP initiative in India for the last decade were discussed.

The Session on “Messengers of Peace” was taken by Sri Amar B. Chettri where he explained the Initiativehow to work on the same and its various aspects. After that, State Presentation on MoP Promotion for the year 2022-23 was showcased by the participants of all the state associations in which major projects werehighlightedbytheStateAssociationswhichcreatedanimpactonalltheparticipants.

The participants of the workshop rendered valuable services on the occasion of World Earth Day on 22nd April 2023 by watering more than 200 plants in the area and also planting saplings. Sri Prakash Swain, ADM, Bhubaneswar graced the occasion and blessed the participants. The LOC presented him with the Workshop T-Shirt as a token of love. The participants gathered knowledge on Dhauli and got to learn its importance. Further, after returning, a session on `How to upload a Project and Post in www.sdgs.scout.org` was taken by a young rover from Karnataka, Shashank Dwarakamurthi in which he gave a detailed explanation through an interactive session. He also organized a Quiz on Slido which was interesting. The input session on “Messengers of Peace 2.0” was explained through zoom by Sri S. Prasanna Srivastava, Director, Organizational Development and MoP, WSB, APR Support Centre. Session on “Sustainable Development Goals” was taken in a betting manner by Mr. Kartik R from Karnataka. In the evening, a demonstration of 05 MoP Stations was organized by MoP State Coordinators – Registration on www.scout.org, What Peace means to you, Alele Song, Networking Game andMoPBeatDance.ParticipantsenjoyedlearningbydoingandgottoknowthecomponentsofMoP .

The session on “Team Building” was briefed by Sri Amar B Chettri, Jt Director of Scouts (Prog. & Trg.) in which he explained about building teams – how and why. Session on “WOSM Initiatives and MoP 2.0 – the four thematic areas of WOSM” was delivered by Mr Madhusudan Avala, Addl. International Commissioner (Scout), BSG in which he explained in detail the areas – Environment & Sustainability, Peace and CommunityEngagement, Skill for Life and Health & Well Being. WOSM Initiatives– Earth Tribe& MoP2.0wasalsoexplainedbyhim.

MESSENGERSOFPEACESTARAWARDPRESENTATIONCEREMONY

The Messengers of Peace Star Award Presentation Ceremony for the year 2021-22 was organized at SHQ, Bhubaneshwar on 23rd April, 2023 to honor the youth and adults as well as State Associations who were conferred as MoP Stars for their outstanding contribution on peace actions in their respective community.

Dr. K.P . Mishra, Vice-President of the Bharat Scouts and Guides was present as Chief Guest and presented MoP Star Commendation Certicate in a solemn ceremony. Dr. Amarjeet Kumar Sharma, National Commissioner Hqs (Cub) & State Chief Commissioner, BSG Himachal Pradesh was also present as Hon’ble Guest-of-Honor and presented MoP Blue Scarf to the award winners. Dr. Raj Kumar Kaushik, Director BSG presented MoP Star Memento to the individual awardees and Shri Madhusudan Avala, Additional International Commissioner (S) presented MoP Ring Badge. The ofce bearers present in the award ceremony addressed the awardees and inspired them to take up more peace action and community development activity in their areas and keep the name of BSG y high. In all, 65 youth & adult Leaders and 02 State Associations were declared MoP Stars for the year 2022-23. The award presentation ceremony was conducted by Shri Amar B. Chettri, Joint Director of Scouts (Prog. & Trg.) & MoPNSOCoordinator.

CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOP ON ADULTS IN SCOUTING/GUIDING

The First National Level Capacity Building Workshop on Adults in Scouting/ Guiding was conducted at NTC, Pachmarhi from 12th to 16th May 2023. 05 Participants from J & K, S. C. Railway, Tamilnadu and Telangana attended alongwith05NHQProfessionals.

The Workshop started with Flag Ceremony at 03:00 p.m. on 12th May 2023 followed by an integration session. The leader of the workshop elicited personal expectations and shared the objectives of the workshop in an interactive way. This workshop provides the opportunity to expand our capacities, build new connections, and strive for excellence. Session on the Fundamentals of BSG was dealt with by Mr. S. S. Ray,DeputyDirectorofScouts(LeaderTraining). Morning Sessions of the Second Day began with BSG Prayer followed by reection with a positive message to create a better world. Report of the day was presented by both the Groups –Chouraghar and Dhoopghar with brief information on the activities of Day 1. The rst session of the Historical background of AIS was presented by Shri S S Ray, DDSLT and he gave a brief history of Adults in Scouting from the beginning of the movement till the formulation of WARP in 1993. The second session was delivered by Ms. Darshana Pawaskar, JDG on SWOT Analysis of Adult Resources through group discussionandplaywaymethod.

Third Session – NARP, was handled by Senior Trainer Shri D. R. K. Sharma and he covered all the topics of Adult Resources in Scouting Movement and BSG. The afternoon session on AIS was delivered by the Leader of the Workshop Shri Amar B. Chettri, JDS. It was an interactive session andtheparticipantstookitveryseriously.

Day 03 of the workshop started with reection,

reports and the rst Session was taken by Shri Amar B. Chettri, JDS on the National Adults In Scouting/Guiding Policy followed by a session on Seeking and Recruiting Adults in BSG taken by Mr. Analendra Sarma, AD/NER & Miss Shivangi Saxena, AD/CR & WR on Acquisition of Adult Resources, AssessmentofNeeds,Recruitment,MutualAgreement,Appointmentetc.

The afternoon session was delivered by Shri D. R. K. Sharma, about Training, Supporting Adults, and PersonalDevelopment.Beforethesession,all theparticipantswereinvolvedingroupwork tond outthe Key Result Areas of SCC and SCs. All the members worked hard to complete the Job Proles for various positionsintheStateAssociationaspertheRulesofBSGandcompletedthetasklateintheevening. Day 4 Started with BSG Prayer followed by reection and report of day 3. Pictorial representation of Adults in Scouting /Guiding Policy in BSG, was presented by both the Groups. A Totem pole reecting on the workshop was prepared by each group. Mrs. Kumud Mehra, AD/SR and Mr. Bablu Goswami, AD/ER delivered a session on Self Appraisal Tools in relationship with the Life Cycle of an Adult in Scouting/Guiding.

The Director of BSG Dr.Rajkumar Kaushik visited the Workshop and interacted with the participants of the Workshop in a short meeting and encouraged them to spread the policy to different levels in their areas for implementation. Afternoon all participants were busy in formulating Key Result Areas as part of Evaluation Tools for the State Ofcials. Later a group task was given to each group to update the job prolesandtoprepareEvaluationtoolsforStateofcials.

A combined Grand Campre was organized at Zinee Circle at 7.30 p.m. by all the candidates of HWB SW,GWandCapacityBuildingworkshop.

The last day of the Workshop began with All Faiths Prayer. The participants of HWB (S) Participants in the Kunjuru Hall at 07:30 am followed by Flag. The Leader of the Workshop took an important session on Inuencing Leaders. After the Evaluation, Open Session and closing ceremony, the workshop came to an end with the lowering of Flags and singingNationalAnthem.

The workshop was conducted under the leadership of Shri Amar B. Chettri, Jt. Director of Scouts (Progm. & Trg.). The workshop is able to achieve its goal of updating Job Proles and developing Evaluation Tools of the State Ofcials set during the Workshop for which the staffandparticipantsworkeddayandnight.

Basicand Advanced CourseforCubMasterswas conducted at National Training Centre, Pachmarhi from 1st to 7th April, 2023 in which 28 participants from 11 State Associations participated.

Both the Courses were organised in a camping environment strictly following the tradition, method and core values of the Cub Section with a special focus on the uniform. The Basic Course was conducted by Mrs. B. Priya, Assistant Leader Trainer (Cub) Tamilnadu who was assisted by Mr. Sunil Kumar, Assistant Leader Trainer (Cub) Haryana.

The Advance Course was conducted by Shri Vijender Kumar, Leader Trainer (Cub), Haryana who was by Dr. Hari Narayan Tripathi, Assistant LeaderTrainer(Cub,MadhyaPradesh.

A joint Campre and All Faith Prayer along with

NATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE PACHMARHI

the participants of the Advanced Course for Flock Leaders, and Basic and Advanced Course for Ranger Leaders held on the 6th evening and 7thmorningrespectively.

.In continuation of Basic and Advanced Courses for Scout Master was held at National Training Centre from 11th to 17th April 2023 where 22 participants for Basic Course and 28 participants participated at Advanced Course. Mr. R. Narayanan L T (S) and Mr. K. Kamalakanan, L.T. (S) conducted the Basic and Advanced Courses respectively and assisted Mr. Machinder Nath,SubhashChandraRawatInthisseries,Basic and Advanced Courses for Rover Scout Leaders are also conducted at NTC from 24th to 30th April 2023 in which 15 participants in Basic Course and 22 participants participated in Advanced Course participated. Mr. Rajesh Avalaki, L.T. Rover of Karnataka lead the Basic Course and Mr. Sumit Mukherjee, L.T. Rover of West Bengal was the Leader of the course for Advanced Course Dr. Q. Dubey, Mr. Awadhesh Yadav and Tapan Kumar Rauth Ray assisted them. Mr. Smriti Sourabh Ray, i/c Dy. Director Scout(LeaderTraining)coordinatedallcourses.

NATIONAL ADVENTURE INSTITUTE PACHMARHI

472nd National Adventure Programme was organised from 18th to 24th April, 2023 in which 101 participants from E.C. Railway and St. Thomas Convent School, Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh State Association participated. Activities comprised Hiking, Trekking to beautiful and popular spots inside Pachmarhi, Sky cycling, zip line, obstacles course etc. They also provided cleaning service at the popular spots, forest, roads etc. Every evening after a strenuous day of activities, the participants had a platform where they let their steam off by displaying their hidden talents by performing dance, songs, plays and other entertainment during the Campre. The programme was conducted by Mrs. BillkishShaikh,I/cAdventureProgrammeOfcerwithNAITeam.

International Earth Day was celebrated by the participants of 472 National Adventure Programme i.e. St. Josephs Convent Hr. Sec. School, Itarsi & E. C. Railway with the collaboration of Ranger Ofce (East), Pachmarhi. In this programme Kendriya Vidyalaya, Forest Training School, Government Boys HigherSecondarySchool, Government Primary School, Government Girls School, Pachmarhi (Mpswan), Cantonment School, Forest Guide, Government College, dignitaries and ofcials of Pachmarhi were present. Everyone gathered at Jhanda Chowk near Pachmarhi bus stand where everyone took an oath to save the earth. After that, a rally was taken out from Jhanda Chowk to CM Rise School which passed through the main roads of Pachmarhi. During the rally, a street play was presented by the participants of the National Adventure Programme at the main square to convey the message of not using plastic, and maintaining greeneryandcleanliness.

Shri Dhanraj Saini, OSJI represented Bharat Scouts and Guides in the programme. Shri Sandeep Feloz

Deputy Director, Satpura Tiger Reserve and Shri Kamal Dhoot, Chairman of Special Area DevelopmentAuthority,Pachmarhiwerepresentasguests.

29TH ANNIVERSARY OF NATIONAL ADVENTURE INSTITUTE was celebrated at the campre circle of the National Adventure Institute in a grand manner where the participants presented a colourful entertainment programme on the evening of 9th May, 2023. Mrs. Surekha Srivastava, Dy. Director of Guides and Shri S.S. Ray, Dy. Director, Scout Leader Training. Mrs. Bilkish Shaikh, I/c Adventure Programme Ofcer, welcomed the Chief Guest for the evening – Col Anjali A. Commanding Ofcer, Military Hospital, Pachmarhi who was presented with a NAI Scarf and P Cap. Following the speech, a welcome dance was presented by the participants from Uttar Pradesh after which the Celebratory Cake was cut by the Guests & Dy. Directors. A variety of songs and dance items were lively displayed by the participants which were enjoyed by all. The Chief Guest blessed the occasion with his speech highlighting the importance of Scouts and Guides and their activities in maintaining cleanliness and providing seless service in maintaining the beautiful greenery of the hills of Pachmarhi. The programmeendedwithavoteofthanksfromShriDhanrajSaini,OfceSecretary/Jt.Instructor.

The National Adventure Institute Pachmarhi organized the 473rd National Adventure Programme from 18th to 24th April, 2023 and 474th National Adventure Program from 27th April to 03rd May, 2023 in which 196 participants participated from Sainik School, Ambikapur Chhattisgarh, Samatan Dharm InterCollegeVaranasi,RajasthanVisakhapatnam,SouthEastCentralRailway.

During the programme, activities such as Rappling, Rock Climbing, Valley Crossing, Obstacles Crossing, Sky Cycling, Valley Crossing, Zip Line, Rie Shooting, Archery, Horse Riding and Boating were enjoyed by the participants. All the participants enjoyed the trekking to Jatashankar, Rajendra Giri,PandavCaves,BeeFall,&Choragarh.

As per regular practice the candidates collected polythene from Bee Fall under the Swachh Bharat SunderBharatAbhiyaan.Ms.BilkishShaikh,JuniorInstructor,NAIwastheLeaderoftheProgrammes.

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVENTURE PROGRAMME

was conducted at National Youth Complex, Gadpuri, Palwal Haryana from 03rd to 07th April, 2023 in which 38 candidates from Uttar Pradesh andAssamparticipated.

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVENTURE PROGRAMME

was conducted at National Youth Complex, Gadpuri, Palwal Haryana from 17th to 21st April, 2023 in which 10 Candidates from Rajasthan, MaharashtraandEasternRailwayparticipated.

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVENTURE PROGRAMME

was conducted at National Youth Complex, Gadpuri, Palwal Haryana from 24th to 28th April, 2023 in which 221 candidates from Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Eastern Railway & E.C. Railway participated. In another programme held from 9th to 13th May, 2023, 36 candidates from Chhattisgarh, Eastern Railway & WestBengalparticipated.

The Programme included visits to Vrindavan Dham (Vaishno Devi temple, Nidhi Van, Banke Bihari and Prem Mandir), Mathura (Janam Bhoomi) and Agra (Taj Mahal). Every day, night campre was the most enjoyable movement in the Camp. The participants enjoyed many Obstacle crossing,ArcheryandRieshootingalso.

The participants visited National Hedquarters during the Delhi tour (Lotus Temple, India Gate, Lal Quila, Chandani Chowk and Akshardham). All the participants were very happy and enjoyed themselves because they visited many places. The above programme was conducted by Mr. Siddharth Mohanty, Project Ofcer, and Mr. Yash Pal Hooda, Youth Coordinator, Mr. Aman Singh, Jr. Instructor and Mr. Machhindra Nath Bharat Scouts and Guides along with trained staff members.

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVENTURE, PROGRAMME GADPURI, PALWAL, HARYANA

CLIMATE CHANGE: EMPOWERING CUBS AND BULBULS, SCOUTS AND GUIDES, ROVERS AND RANGERS AS CHANGE MAKERS

CLIMATE CHANGE: EMPOWERING CUBS AND BULBULS, SCOUTS AND GUIDES, ROVERS AND RANGERS AS CHANGE MAKERS SCOUTS AND AND RANGERS

Climate change has emerged as one of the most pressing global challenges of our time. The detrimental effects of human activities on the environment are becoming increasingly evident, demanding urgent action. In this battle for a sustainable future, Scouts and Guides play a vital role as change makers. With their values of responsibility, resourcefulness, and service to others, they can make a signicant impact in combating climate change and fostering environmentalstewardship.

v Understanding Climate Change: Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperature patterns, weather events, and ecosystems due to humaninduced greenhouse gas emissions. Rising global temperatures, melting ice caps, extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss are just a few consequences of this crisis. The urgency to act is clear, and Scouts and Guides have the potential to beattheforefrontofpositivechange.

v Education and Awareness: As ambassadors of change, Scouts and Guides have the opportunity to educate themselves and raise awareness about climate change. By learning about its causes,

impacts, and possible solutions, they can inspire others to adopt sustainable practices. Organizing workshops, presentations, and awareness campaigns within their communities can help spread knowledgeandencouragemeaningfulaction.

v Promoting Sustainable Practices: Scouts and Guides can lead by example by adopting sustainable practices in their daily lives. They can reduce energy consumption by promoting energyefcient practices, such as using renewable energy sources, turning off lights when not in use, and minimizing water wastage. Emphasizing the importance of recycling, composting, and responsible consumption can also contribute to reducingtheircarbonfootprint.

v Conservation and Restoration: Environmental conservation and habitat restoration activities align perfectly with the principles of Scouting and Guiding. Engaging in tree planting initiatives, cleaning up local parks and beaches, and participating in wildlife preservation projects can foster a sense of responsibility towards nature. Encouraging outdoor adventures and nature exploration also instills a deep appreciation for the naturalworld.

v Advocacy and Partnerships: Scouts and Guides can becomeeffectiveadvocates for climate action by engaging with policymakers, local communities, and relevant organizations. They can participate in rallies, write letters to elected ofcials, and join environmental campaigns to push for policies that prioritize sustainability. Building partnerships with environmental groups and collaborating on projects can amplify their impact and promote collectiveaction.

v Empowering Future Leaders: Scouting and Guiding provide opportunities for personal growth and leadership development. By nurturing young minds with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to

address climate change, we can create a generation of environmentally conscious leaders. Encouraging them to take part in environmental projects, empowering their voices, and providing platforms for their initiatives will help shape a brighter and greenerfuture.

v Conclusion: Climate change demands immediate action, and Scouts and Guides are well-equipped to be change makers in this global challenge. By educating themselves, promoting sustainable practices, engaging in

conservation efforts, advocating for policy changes,and empoweringfutureleaders,they can make a signicant difference. Let us harness the power of Scouting and Guiding to create a sustainable and resilient world for generations to come. Together, we can combat climate change and protect our planet.

“Try and leave this world a little better than you foundit….” –BadenPowell

QUIZ NO. 284

Note: Your answers along with recent passport size photographs should reach us on or before 15th Jun, 2023. The names and photos of rst ve lucky winners with correct answers will be published in the magazineof Jun,2023. issue.

1. WhoappointstheStateSecretaryofastate?

2. ExpandNARMP .

3. Inwhichlashing,frappingisnotdone?

4. WhowillpresenttheGoldenArrowAwardtotheCubs?

5. Howmanyhalf-cardinalpointsarethereinCompass?

6. WhoisthecurrentRegionalDirectoroftheAsia-PacicregionofWOSM?

7. WhoisthepresentRegionalChairmanofAPRofWOSM?

8. WhoisthepresentRegionalChairmanofAPRofWAGGGS?

9. Afterhowmanyyears,Leapyearcomes?

10. WhatshouldbetheminimumageofScoutMaster/GuideCaptain?

ANSWER QUIZ

1 Pax Hill (Peace Hill), near Bentley, Hampshire, England, was the family home of Robert Baden-Powell, founderoftheScoutmovement.

2. 1911 . First Guide Company was startedinJabalpur(CentralIndia)

3 PatrolLeader

4 SlipReefKnot

5 NationalHeadquarters

6 Contours are imaginary lines drawn on a map showing places of equal heights.

7 Goldcrest

8 Flowerpecker

9 Salt

10 AshWood

NO. 283

- By Shri Arup Sarkar Dy. Director of Scouts (Boy Programme)

44TH NATIONAL ADVENTURE PROGRAMME was conducted at National Adventure Institute, Snow View Kurseong, Darjeeling from 09th to 13th May, 2023 in which 133 participants from Bihar, South EasternRailwayandMadhyaPradeshparticipated. During the programme, participants visited different places like HMI Darjeeling– where they did activities such as Treetop Obstacles Crossings, Indoor wall climbing, visited a zoo and a historical museum which describes the life of a mountaineer and their belongings who made history. Trek to Eagle Crag, Dow Hill forest and museum where different types of species of Pine are kept along with the wild animal's skin, preserved snakes and types of medicinal plants can be seen around, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Museum (this museum has a collection of various articles and document related to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose), Giddha Pahar Viewpoint, sath Kanya Devi mandir, tea garden and Kurseong market. At the campsite rie shooting, archery and backwoodsman cooking were conducted for the participants and different types of games for their self-development. The day ended with a colorful campre. Mr. Rajendra Prasad Agarwal, District Secretary, Darjeeling District Association was the guest of honour. The programme was organized under the Leadership of Mr. Vivek Kumar Das, Junior Instructor with the assistance of Miss. Kanchan Roy, Ofce Secretary (intern) and 4 invitee staff from Uttar Pradesh.

NATIONALADVENTURE PROGRAMME, KURSEONG, DARJEELING WEST BENGAL

Activities and Action

ANDHRAPRADESH

No Tobacco Day was observed all over the state on 31st May 23. Awareness campaigns and Rallies were conducted to inform the public about the hazards of consuming tobacco. As per the advice of Collector of Visakhapatnam, scouts and guides arranged water bowls with grains for birds on the terraces and water points for animals during the summer. Smt. P . Suseela, District Secretary, Visakhapatnam coordinated theactivitywiththehelpofscoutersandguiders.

ASSAM

Partha Pratim Gogoi a Scout of Dhansiri Open Scout Troop, Golaghat has been selected in the National Team of Handball. He had also participated in the 18th National Jamboree. Members of “Rang Ghar Open Group” and Asom Jatiya Vidyalaya offered their services at

Sarusajai Stadium during the “Guinness Book of Worldrecordof largestnumberofBihudancers performinginonevenue.

The Bharat Scouts and Guides Headquarters, Assam State conducted a Basic Course for Guide Captains and Flock Leaders, as well as an Advanced Course for Guide Captains, at the Chamatapathar, State Training Centre in Sonapur from May 3rd to May 9th, 2023. The training event helped to enhance the skills and knowledgeoftheparticipants.

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EASTERNRAILWAY

On the auspicious eve of Buddha Purnima on 5th May, 2023, the Rover Crew and Ranger Team of Ofcers' Colony Group under Eastern Railway Bharat Scouts & Guides, Kanchrapara District Association vowed to plant saplings to increase

greenery. An eco-brick walled tree tub was prepared by arranging a series of thrown plastic bottles in a chain. A good number of saplings were planted as part of an attempt to restore ecological balance. More than 20 Rovers and Rangersparticipated.

EASTCOASTRAILWAY

On 07-05-2023 Members of Netaji Group & Telugu Talli Guide Group of East Coast Railway Waltair District distributed Butter Milk & Lemon Water to the thirsty passengers on the Platform of Visakhapatnam. This project will be continued every weekend at different stations of Waltair Division.

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Under the weekly programme series (06) for physical and mental development, the Scouts and Guides of the Bharat Scouts and Guides, East Central Railway State District Association, Danapur under the leadership of Shri Rajesh Kumar (ASOC) and Leader Mr. Mukesh Kumar Rajak Scouting curriculum-based programme and Shramdaan were done on 07th May, 2023 at State Training Center, Danapur. More than 18 members participated.

HARYANA

Haryana State Bharat Scouts and Guides was

conducted Docs DTCs meet at State Headquarters on 18 May 2023 in which 70 participants attended. Under the Chairmanship of Dr Mani Ram Sharma, IAS, State Commissioner (ADM)-cum- Hony State Secretary. Membership Growth, OYMS, Introduction of Scouting in Universities, Annual trg. prog, beginners Course etc. were thoroughly deliberated during the meet. Newly nominated State Commissioner (ADM) cum Hony State Secretary assured his fullest support to expand scouting activities to the Colleges and Universities. Awards were presented to DOCs for their excellent performance during National Jamboree and also for their voluntaryServicestotheMovement.

ThemeetwasconductedbytheSTC(S)Shri L.S.Verma,withthehelpoftrainingfaculties.

In order to provide qualitative and quantitative growth of the Scouting to

unserved area Unit leaders Basic and Advanced courses were held at TARADEVI. 167 Unit leaders from different corners of the state actively participated in all the indoor and outdoor activities. Similarly Two Rajya puraskar camp for Scouts and Rovers were also held in 294 participants attended and 167 were able to qualify. These camps and Courses were held under the Close guidance of Shri L.S. Verma, STC andShriV.K.Bansal,SOC(S)assistedbythewell-qualiedtrainersofthetrainingteam.

KARNATAKA

On 19th April 2023, a meeting was organized under the Chairmanship of Shri P.G.R. Sindhia, State Chief Commissioner of Karnataka State at State Head Quarters to discuss the value-based RoveringRangering syllabus under National Education Policy-2020. In the meeting, it was discussed to organize one day workshop for Rover Scout Leaders and Ranger Leaders at each University level from 17th to 31stMayandtoprepareUniformsyllabusinPPT.

It was also decided to take steps to open Rover-Ranger Units compulsorily in all the colleges by getting deputation of the professors in the said colleges for Rovering-Rangering Training by giving more priority to Aided, Unaided colleges including Government colleges. It was also decided to seek the cooperation of the departmental Ofcers to organise one day workshop for the Lecturers of degree collegesfromthecollegeeducationdepartment.

At Unit Level, State Organization conducted Summer Camp in the most useful and active manner. More than 1 lakh Cubs, Bulbuls, Scouts, Guides, Rovers and Rangers participated in the SummerCamporganisedbyallthedistricts.

KERALA

The State level Cub-Bulbul Utsav 2022-23 was held at Modern Higher Secondary School Pottoor, Tirur Education District from March 10 to 12.The programme turned out to be a literal festivity with around 2,000 participants including Cubs-bulbuls, Cub Masters, Flock Leaders and other representatives. The program was inauguratedbytheStateChiefCommissionerand Director of General Education Shri Jeevanbabu K., IAS. SC AR (S) Shri Balachandran Parachotil, State Secretary Shri N. K. Prabhakaran, other ofcialsanddignitarieswerealsopresent.

Chavakkad: Bharat Scouts & Guides Chavakkad Education District's rst Bunnies Gathering programme was inaugurated by Kunnnamkulam AEO Siraj at Chiramanengad Concorde English Higher Secondary School. Managing Committee

Chairman Pen Ko Backer presided over the function, .School Manager RM Basheer, Ummer Kadangode, ASC Anitha C. Mathew, Secretary DistrictBenoywerepresent.

MEGHALAYA

The Combined Basic Training Course for Scout Masters and Guide Captains was conducted at State Headquarters, Shillong from 27th April to 3rd May 2023 in which 61 participants from seven districts participated. During the subjects like Fundamentals, Principles of the Movement, Life History of the Founder, Flag Ceremony, Gadgetmaking and many more. On 2nd May, 2023 the valedictory function was held and Shri E.P.

Kharbhih, IAS (Retd), Vice President, Meghalaya Bharat Scouts and Guides graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Leader of the Course from Scout Wing was Shri Aidor Ryngksai, STC (S) and Ku. Catherine Nongkseh STC (G) from Guide Wing.

The members of the Amrit Prabha Ranger Team, along with Mrs. Bijaya Deka, Ranger Leader of Jawaharlal Nehru College, Boko, Kamrup, Assam, participated in the Book Fair Rally organized by 17th Boko Grantha Mela on 04th May 2023. They aimed to

spreadthemessagethateducationisaprimaryconditionforempowermentandthatmothersshouldtreat theirwardsequallytocreateabetterworld.

MIZORAM

A cleanliness drive was conducted in Aizawl City, Mizoram by the Scouts and Guides on 05th May 2023. Morethan100ScoutsandGuidesandunitleaderstookanactivepartintheprogramme.

MAHARASHTRA

Basic Scout Masters and Guide Captains courses were organized at East Mumbai Suburban District Training Centre from 7th to 13th April 2023. The courses were organized by Hon'ble Education Inspector and District Chief Commissioner (Guide). Mrs. Urmila Pardhe & Mr. Umesh Chavan (DOC Scout). Basic Scout Masters course was conducted by Mr. Maharudra Bolar, LT(S) and ably assisted by Mr. Santosh

Parandwal, ALT(S), Mr. Aatish Gupta, ALT(S), Mr. Vijay Yadav, HWB(S) and Mr. Subhash Tapase, HWB(S). There were 31 candidatMres (including 9 Lady Scout Masters). Basic Guide Captain course was conducted by Ms. Shailaja Auti, LT(G) with assistance of Mrs. Jaswinder Kaur, HWB(G),Mrs. Suman Sharma,HWB(G),Mrs. Manju Babu, HWB (G), and Mrs. Mayuri Borkar, (Q.M. & Tabulator) with 43 candidates in the course. Mr. Sudhir Raul, ALT(S) & Shri. Suresh Lohar, LT(S) were the guest lecturers during the course. State Training Commissioner Scout Mr. Girish Kamble and State Training Commissioner Guide Mrs. KishoriShirkarvisitedontherstdayofthecamp.

NAGALAND

Basic Course for Scout Masters and Guide Captains was conducted at State Training Centre, Nerhema from 19th to 25th April 2023 in which 18 Scouts and 27 Guides participated. Shri Er.Thepfuzakie Suohu, State Secretary, encouraged the trainees during the inaugural session. The course came to an end with the grand camp re, where Mr.Thechamo Yanthan, State Commissioner(Adult Resources-Scout) was theChiefGuest.

Wokha District Bharat Scouts and Guides conducted Disaster Management program in coordination with the Department of Home Guards, Civil Defence & SDRF, Medical (CMO Staff) and Youth Resources Department at the Deputy Commissioner’s ofce conference hall on 8th April 2023. More than107Scouts,Guides,RoversandRangersparticipated.

ODISHA

Odisha State Bharat Scouts and Guides organised “Rajya puraskar Award Ceremony” on 16th March 2023 at Abhishek Hall, Raj Bhawan. Prof. Ganeshi Lal, Hon'ble Governor of Odisha congratulated all the awardees for their achievement. The Rally was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Governor of Odisha in the presence of Shri Atanu Sabyasachi Nayak, Hon’ble Minister & President OSBSG, Shri Saswat Mishra, IAS, Principal Secretary, Govt. of Odisha, Smt.Tukuni Sahu, Hon’ble Minister, Women & Child

Development & Vice President, OSBSG, Dr. (Smt) Minati Behera, Hon’ble Chair Person, Odisha State Commission for Women & Vice President, OSBSG, Shri Manoranjan Mohanty, Vice President, OSBSG, Shri T. Prasad Rao Dora, Vice President, OSBSG with Dr. Kali Prasad Mishra, National Vice-President & StateChiefCommissioner,OSBSG.

Service camp on the auspicious day of "Chaitra

Puja of Lord Shiv" was organised by Odisha State Bharat Scouts & Guides at Bhubaneswar, Balasore from 11th to 14th April, 2023 in which 54 Rovers, Rangers and Unit Leaders participated. The members distributed drinking water to pilgrims, helped in different places for taking care during emergencies, maintain the crowd and also sprinkled water on devotees duringthepuja.

Odisha State Bharat Scouts & Guides started “Jala Seva Kendra” in the month qf April. In this connection, 58 Scouts, Guides, Rovers, Rangers and unit leaders distributed lemon, Curd & Mint water to people and normal water to animals and also birds, showing Leaets & banners about Sunstrokeatdifferentplaces.

SIKKIM

Scouts and Guides of St. Xavier School Nalam, Namthang South Sikkim covered about 5kms hiking and carried out cleanliness drive from the schooltillPamphokvillageon29thApril,2023.

Cleanliness Drive was conducted by the Scouts and Guides of Ralap Secondary School, East Sikkim on 14th May 2023 under the leadership of Ms. Roshni Sharma, Guide Captain. The services

of Scouts and guides were well appreciated by theschoolauthoritiesandthelocalguardians.

SOUTHCENTRALRAILWAY

Punya Kshetra Yatra: The Second Bharat Gaurav tourist train originating from two Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, commenced its journey from Secunderabad railway station. On this occasion Scouts & Guides, Rovers & Rangers and Scout Appointees rendered service at three major railway stations, namely Kazipet, and KhammamRailwayStationson29thApril,2023.

Vande Matharam - Vande Bharat : On the occasion of Inauguration of Vande Bharat Express, Scouts & Guides, Rovers & Rangers & Scout Appointees of Guntakal District has renderedserviceatGuntakalRailwayStation.

SOUTHERNRAILWAY

Trainers & HWB Holders Meet was conducted at Hoskote Camping & Training Centre on 25th April, 2023. Shri R.S. Anbarasan, former SOC/Scouts & LT/Scout was the Guest of Honour for the Meet and Shri Govindarajan, Headquarters Commissioner was the Chief Guest of the Meet. DOCs & DTCs Meet was conducted at Hoskote Camping & Training Centre on 25th April, 2023.

Smt. Shyamala Rangarajan, Sr. AFA/Admn/HQ &

State Treasurer addressed the meet and gave valuable suggestions for the DOCs & DTCs. Representative DOCs & DTCs from all the Districts actively participated in the Meet and planned theirupcomingprogrammesforyear2023-24.

TRIPURA

Scouts and Guides of Kalyanpur Khowai Distrct of Tripura participated in one-day awareness cum training programme in connection with Disaster Management at Gilatoli Bazar HS School Scouts & Guides unit by theSub-Divisional Administration TeliamuraKhowaiDistricton29thApril,2023.

Tripura State Bharat Scouts & Guides conducted State level Standard Judging camp at West District YAS Ofce, Badharghar, Agartala from 10th to 12th May 2023 in which 130 Scouts & Guides participated. The Honourable Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Department along with Sri Tiku Roy visited the camp as Chief Guest along with Guest of honour Smt Manika Das, Honorable Deputy Mayor Agartala Municipal Corporation, and Special Guest Nabadal Banik, and TIDC Chairmanwaspresent.

TAMILNADU

Tamilnadu State Bharat Scouts and Guides conducted Two Basic Courses for Scoutmasters

and Guide Captains at Kongu Mandalam and Ambattur Districts during the month of March, 2023 in which 82 Scout Masters and Guide Captainsparticipated.

TELANGANA

Basic Course for Guide Captains and Advanced Course for Guide Captain were conducted at Secunderabad District Headquarter near Paradise from 26th April to 3rd May, 2023 in which 14 Guide Captains for Basic Course and 9 Guide Captains for Advanced Course participated. Smt. Ramanamma, ALT (G) and Smt. G. Ananthalaxmi, L.T (G) were the Leaders of the Coursesrespectively.

Basic Course and Advanced Courses for 38 and 18 Scout Masters respectively were conducted at State Training Centre, Jeedimetla, Medchal District from 26th April to 3rd May, 2023. Shri V. Venkata Swamy, ALT (S) and Shri G. Parameshwar, LT (S) were the Leaders of the Coursesrespectively.

WESTBENGAL

Air Marshal Subroto Mukherjee Open Unit Air Wing Scouts and Guides Group, Dima T.E. celebrated the Birth Anniversary of The Great Poet Rabindranath Tagore at Raimatang Tea Estate Hospital Ground Premises on 9th May, 2023 in which 20 Scouts and Guides participated. Secondly, the Unit conducted an Awareness Campaign on the subject "Quality Education (Sustainable Development Goals)". The session about awareness campaign was takenbyProf.Dr.KamalKujur(Chairman).

Rabindra Nath Tagore Jayanti was celebrated in different groups of the Bharat Scouts and Guides West Bengal State Association on 14th May, 2023. Cub, Bulbul, Scouts, Guides, Rovers and Rangersparticipatedinlargenumber.

HOW TO MAKE OUR LISTENING SKILLS ACTIVE?

It is our experience that participants do not have the ability to sit for 45 minutes and listen attentively and actively to what others are saying. Active listeners listen with their ears, eyes andmind.Theyobserveandlistentothefeelingsandemotionsaswellasliteralwordssothat thetotalmeaningbehindthespeaker`smessagecanbegrasped.

It was found by observation that we can be active listeners, if we follow the belowmentionedtechniques:

1. Be motivated: For this, listener should be willing to make the effort to listen, although it is hard work. Listener should make effort to hear and understand what the speaker is saying.

2. Make eye-contact: Making eye-contact with the speaker focusses our attention and avoid from distraction or diversion. It also encourages the speaker to perform well. Peoplejudgewhetherwearelisteningbylookingatoureyes.

3. Show interest: Through our body language such as nodding our heads and appropriate facial expressions such as smile, together with eye contact, speaker is conveyedthatweareindeedlistening.

4. Avoiding distracting actions: While listening, avoid looking at your watch, scratch the mobile, play with pencil, looking sides, scratching head or sleep divert the attentionofthespeaker.

5. Empathy: Active listener should develop the ability to understand and share the feelingsofthespeaker.Donotprojectourownneedsand intentionsontothespeaker becausewearelikelytohearwhatwewanttohear.

6. Ask questions: At the end of the speaker`s message, analyse what is heard and seen andaskquestionsrelatedtothetopic,forfurtherunderstandingandclarity.Itassures thespeakerthatwearelistening.

7. Do not interrupt: Let the speaker complete his message or sentences or thoughts, beforeresponding.

8. Do not over talk: There is always a tendency for us to speak our ideas than to listen to what others (or the speaker) say. If we are talking more than the speaker is, chances arethatwearenotlisteningenough,becausewecannottalkandlistenatsametime. ToBeContinuedNextIssue.....

- AUTHOR: D. R. K. SARMA, L. T. (C) SOUTH CENTRAL RAILWAY

Y -20 & Sco uts and Guides

More than 100 years ago during the rst World Jamboree in 1920, Lord Baden-Powell wanted to bring together Scouts from around the world to build a feeling of brotherhood and to help his young Scouts to learn about other people. And now more than 55 milions of young people connected with world brotherhood around the world through Scouting/Guiding.

As Scouting grew in other countries, Lord Baden-Powell wanted to bring together Scouts fromaroundtheworldtobuildafeelingofbrotherhoodandtohelphisyoungScoutstolearn about other people. Young people are also the best placed to lead this transformation. To limit global warming, young people are demanding a halt to coal, oil and gas exploration, development, and nancing, as well as asking rms to replace any corporate board directorswhoareunwillingtotransitiontocleanerenergysources.

Youth 20 (Y20) is an ofcial consultation forum for youth from all G20 member countries to be able to dialogue with each other. Y20 encourages youth as future leaders to raise awareness of global issues, exchange ideas, argue, negotiate, and reach consensus. The Summit would be a valuable opportunity for the global youth to reect on the following priority areas and suggest policy recommendations for consultations with the G20 member states. Thedelegateswouldbecalledtoaddressvemainthemes:

Future of Work: Industry 4.0, Innovation and 21st Century Skills – The fourth industrial revolution is changing the way we communicate with each other, conduct business, and imagine our societies and almost every aspect of our lives. Its scope is far broader and goes beyond the scope of smart and connected machines or systems. Due to the conuence of these technological advancements and their interplay across the physical, digital, and biological realms, the fourth industrial revolution is fundamentally distinct from the preceding revolutions. Even as the globalization of businesses and supply chains has, over the last few decades, positively impacted business organisations, the events of the last few years have exposed several vulnerabilities. A global pandemic, economic sanctions and geopolitical conicts have all had signicant implications for the future of supply chains, particularlytheowoftrade,talent,andtechnology.

TheY20deliberationwillbeanchoredonthefollowingsubthemes:

v PreparingtheWorkforcethroughthePrincipleofUnlearn,Relearn&Reskill

v CrossBorderInnovation:GrowthThroughCollaboration

v GigEconomy:TheNewAgeIndustry

v CatalysingtheStart-UpEcosystem

v TraditionalEconomyasaPartofIndustry4.0

Courtesy-https://y20india.in

-COMPILED BY ANALENDRA SARMA, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, NORTH EAST REGION

Tamilnadu State Bharat Scouts and Guides conducted Summer Courses at Basic level for Cub masters ,Scout Masters, Rover Leaders and Advanced course for Cub Masters and Scout Masters at State Training Centre, Stanley Park, Coonoor from from 1st to 7th May, 2023 in which 159 candidates participated. The summer courses were inaugurated by D.E. Srinivasan ASC in the presence of Mr. Nagarajan, STC (S) TN, Shri J.SakthivelSOC(S).

Himachal Pradesh State Bharat Scouts and Guides conducted two Basic Training Courses for Scout Masters and Guide Captains at STC, Rewalsar District, Mandi from 5th to 11th May 2023 in which 45 Unit Leaders took active part. Shri Rohit Thakur, ALT (S) was the leader of the course for Scout Wing and Smt. Saroj Sharma, ALT (G) wastheleaderofthecourseforGuideWing.

Membership Growth

Rajasthan State Bharat Scouts and Guides conducted two Basic Training courses for Scout Masters and Guide Captains at STC, Rewalsar District, Mandi from 5th to 11th May 2023 in which 45 Unit Leaders actively took part. Shri Rohit Thakur, ALT (S) was the leader of the course for Scout Wing and Smt.SarojSharma-ALT(G)wastheleaderofthecourseforGuideWing.

A monthly meeting with the State Growth Coordinators of Focal State was held on 13th May, 2023. Mr. Madhusudan Awala, Addl. International Commissioner and NSO Coordinator of Membership Growth along with Mr. Arup Sarkar, Deputy Director Boy Programme and HOD of Membership Growth Cell were present at the meeting. Mr. Sarathraj, Growth Manager and Mrs. Sumeeta Datta, Assistant Growth Cell with 8 State Growth Coordinators and other dignitaries were present in the meeting. They discussed some topics related to the planning of Basic Course, reaching out to the places where scouting is not existing, retention of the unit leaders, recruitment tools and promotional materials and other topics to reachthetargets.

Mr. Hauhmingliana, State Organising Commissioner(S), Mizoram State on 24.05.2023. It is a great loss to the Scout-Guide Fraternity. Mr. Hauhmingliana was a dedicated young leader of the movement and workedwithsincerity.

Weprayforeternalpeaceofthedepartedsoul.

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