BSG Magazine August 2021

VOL. 64, ISSUE 08, AUGUST, 2021

Hon'ble Governor of Madhya Pradesh State Shri Mangubhai Patel was met by the officials of Madhya Pradesh State Bharat Scouts and Guides on the occasion of World Scout Scarf Day on 01st August, 2021.

Hon'ble Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, Chief Minister of Haryana State felicitated ‘ Jhansi Ki Rani Ranger Team ’of Faridabad Haryana for outstanding Covid services.

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Hon'ble Governor of Karnataka State Shri Thawar Chand Gehlot was greeted by Shri P.G.R. Sindhia, Secretary General, President-In-Council BSG and State Chief Commissioner of Karnataka State Bharat Scouts and Guides.

Hon'ble Chief Minister of Assam State Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma was met by the officials of Assam State Bharat Scouts and Guides on the occasion of World Scout Scarf Day on 01stAugust, 2021.

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v Independence Day

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v Trainer’s Corner

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President’s Message

lans’k We are celebrating the 75th anniversary of Indian 15 vxLr] 2021 dks ge Hkkjrh; Loa=rk dh 75 oha o’kZxk¡B euk Independence on 15th August, 2021. On 15th August, jgs gSA 15 vxLr] 1947 dks Hkkjr ds yksxksa dks fczfV”k lkezkT; 1947 the people of India got freedom from the rule of ds “kklu ls eqfDr feyhA the British Empire.

Our National Flag was hoisted at the Red Fort in Delhi as symbol of proclamation of the freedom and the aspiration of a new country also was borne on that day.

The Father of Nation Mahatma Gandhi, envisaged “Rama Rajya“ or Welfare State and he wanted the rule of the land should start from the Village panchayat “Gram Swaraj” was his vision. Many years took to make it a reality even on documentation, even today many villages look to the state and central government for their local needs.

Our country is an agriculture based economy and the livelihood of 90 percent of our population depends on agriculture. Our country achieved progress in various fronts with tireless efforts of the dedicated men and women of this country who put their everything in building this nation. We can boast of achieving high literacy, best health care and achieving laudable achievements in the space science.

However, we need to look to the realities of the common man who lives in the farthest end of the country and ensure that he is able to enjoy all the freedom and benefits each one of us enjoy today. Our Governments vision of “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas” (with everyone and development of everyone) is directed towards the dream of the father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi. The efforts of our association in this regard was in various fronts, our service camps in creating awareness on health education, sanitation etc. during last 5 decades were eye openers to many other

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Lora=rk dh ?kks’k.kk ds çrhd ds :i esa fnYyh ds yky fdys ij gekjk jk’Vªh; /ot igjk;k x;k Fkk vkSj mlh fnu ,d u, ns”k dh vkdka{kk us Hkh tUe fy;kA jk’Vªfirk egkRek xk¡/kh us ^^jkejkT;^^ vFkkZr dY;k.kdkjh jkT; dh ifjdYiuk dh Fkh og pkgrs Fks fd Hkwfe dk “kklu xzke iapk;r ls çkjEHk gks ^^xzke Lojkt^^ mudh n`f’V esa FkkA nLrkosthdj.k ij Hkh bls lkdkj djus esas dbZ o’kZ yx x,] vkt Hkh dbZ xk¡o viuh LFkkuh; vko”;drkvksa dh iwfrZ ds fy, jkT; vkSj dsUnz ljdkj dh vksj ns[krs gSaA

gekjk ns”k dh d`f’k vk/kkfjr vFkZO;oLFkk gS ,oa gekjh 90 çfr”kr vkcknh dh vkthfodk d`f’k ij fuHkZj gSA bl ns”k ds mu lefiZr iq:’kksZa vkSj efgykvksa ftUgksaus bl ns”k ds fuekZ.k esa viuk lc dqN yxk fn;k ds vFkd ç;klksa ls gekjs ns”k esa fofHkUu ekspksZa ij çxfr gkfly dhA ge mPp lk{kjrk] loksZÙke LokLF; ns[kHkky ,oa varfj{k foKku esa ç”kaluh; miyfC/k;ksa dks çkIr djus dk nkok dj ldrs gSaA rFkkfi] gesa ml vke vkneh dh okLrfodrkvksa dks ns[kus dh vko”;drk gS tks ns”k ds lcls nwj ds Nksj ij jgrk gS vkSj ;g lqfuf”pr djsa fd og mu lHkh Lora=rk vkSj ykHkksa dk vkuan ysus esa l{ke gSa ftls vkt ge esa ls çR;sd vkuan ys jgs gSaA gekjh ljdkj dk ^^lcdk lkFk lcdk fodkl^^ ¼lcdk lkFk lcdk fodkl½ dk fotu jk’Vªfirk egkRek xk¡/kh ds lius dh vksj funsZf”kr gSA bl laca/k esa fofHkUu ekspksZa ij gekjs la?k ds ç;kl fiNys 5 n”kdksa ds nkSjku LokLF; f”k{kk] LoPNrk vkfn ij tkx:drk iSnk djus esa gekjs lsok f”kfoj dbZ vU; ;qok laxBuksa ds fy, vk¡[ksa [kksyus okys FksA geus ç/kkuea=h “khYM çfr;ksfxrk vkSj mi&jk’Vªifr iqjLdkj ds uke ls vius vxz.kh

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youth organization. We pioneered the Community Development activities through our pioneering efforts in the name of Prime Ministers Shield Competition and Up Rashtrapati Award. Various states organized skill development programmes and career oriented programmes addressing local needs to empower the youth.

At national level our efforts to create the voice of youth heard through various platforms including the efforts to register youth in U-Reporter a unicef initiative to create the voice and local problems brought to the notice of the decision makers (law makers).

I wish everyone a happy Independence Day.

ç;klksa ds ek/;e ls lkeqnkf;d fodkl xfrfof/k;ksa dk chM+k mBk;k gSA fofHkUu jkT;ksa us ;qokvksa dks l”kDr cukus gsrq LFkkuh; vko”;drkvksa dks /;ku essa j[krs gq, dkS”ky fodkl dk;ZØe ,oa dfj;j mUeq[k dk;ZØe vk;ksftr fd;sA jk’Vªh; Lrj ij fofHkUu eapksa ds ek/;e ls lquh tkus okyh ;qokvksa dh vkokt cukus ,oa ;w&fjiksVZj esa ;qokvksa dks ;wfulsQ dh igy esa iathd`r djus lesr fu.kZ; fuekZrkvksa ¼dkuwu fuekZrkvksa½ ds laKku esa ykbZ xbZ vkokt ,oa LFkkuh; leL;kvksa dks gekjs ç;klksa esa lfEefyr gSaA a esjh vksj ls lHkh dks Lora=rk fnol dh “kqHkdkeuk,aA “kqHkdkeukvksa lfgrA

With best wishes.

DR. ANIL KUMAR JAIN NATIONAL PRESIDENT THE BHARAT SCOUTS AND GUIDES

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MkW- vfuy dqekj tSu jk"Vªh; v/;{k Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l

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Personally Speaking

viuh ckr 75th Year of Freedom of India was celebrated as ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’. The event is to commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of our country, culture and achievements. In this connection the Ministry of Culture, Government of India had launched the campaign activity “Let us Sing the National Anthem” for the citizens of India. The members of the Bharat Scouts and Guides sang the National Anthem in the Scout/Guide uniform, recorded and uploaded the video.

Hkkjr dh vktknh ds 75 osa o’kZ dks ^^vktknh dk ve`r egksRlo^^ ds :i esa euk;k x;kA ;g vk;kstu çxfr”khy Hkkjr ds 75 o’kZ ,oa gekjs ns”k ds xkSjo”kkyh bfrgkl] laLd`fr vkSj miyfC/k;ksa ds miy{; esa gSA bl lEcU/k esa Hkkjr ljdkj ds laLd`fr ea=ky; us Hkkjr ds ukxfjdksa ds fy, ^^vkb, jk’Vªxku xk,a^^ vfHk;ku xfrfof/k çkjEHk dh blds vUrxZr Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l ds lnL;ksa us LdkmV@xkbM x.kos”k esa jk’Vªxku xk;k ,oa ohfM;ks fjdkMZ dj viyksM fd;kA

I am happy to learn that our scouts and guides from all over the country celebrated 75th Independence Day by pledging to rededicate for the cause of the nation building by following the Covid protocol. As directed by the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India, it was reported that the members of the Bharat Scouts and Guidessang the National Anthem in Scout/Guide uniform and uploaded the video to the National Headquarters.

Freedom from colonial rule is result of the sacrifice of the lives of hundreds and thousands of people. We salute them. It is the need of hour that our scout leaders encourage community singing in the gatherings of Scouts and Guides to maintain social balance and to promote integrity.

eq>s ;g tkudj çlUUrk gqbZ gS fd gekjs LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l us iwjs ns”k esa dksfoM çksVksdkWy dk ikyu djrs gq, Lo;a dks jk’Vª fuekZ.k ds fy, iqu% lefiZr djus dk opu ysdj 75 ok¡ Lora=rk fnol euk;kA ;g crk;k x;k fd laLd`fr ea=ky;] Hkkjr ljdkj ds funsZ”kkuqlkj Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l ds lnL;ksa us LdkmV@xkbM x.kos”k esa jk’Vªxku xk;k ,oa ohfM;ks dks jk’Vªh; eq[;ky; ij viyksM fd;kA vkSifuosf”kd “kklu ls eqfDr lSdM+ksa ,oa gtkjksa yksxksa ds cfynku dk ifj.kke gSA ge mUgsa lyke djrs gSaA ;g le; dh ek¡x gS fd gekjs LdkmV yhMlZ lkekftd lUrqyu cuk, j[kus vkSj v[k.Mrk dks c<+kok nsus gsrq LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l dh lHkkvksa esa lkeqnkf;d xku dks çksRlkfgr djsaA

Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, former President of India, a statesman, a philosopher and an academician stated that teachers are the nation builders. His birthday falls on 5th September and this day is celebrated as Teachers’ Day. Many of our senior leaders are fortunately from the teaching profession. Teachers stand as role models for the youth. A teacher dedicates his/her time for the prosperity of his or her students.

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Hkkjr ds iwoZ jk’Vªifr] jktusrk] nk”kZfud ,oa ,d f”k{kkfon MkW,l- jk/kkd`’.ku us dgk fd f”k{kd jk’Vª fuekZrk gSaA mudk tUe fnol 5 flrEcj dks gksrk gS ,oa bl fnu dks f”k{kd fnol ds :i esa euk;k tkrk gSA lkSHkkX; ls gekjs cgqr ls ofj’B yhMlZ v/;kiu O;olk; ls gSaA f”k{kd ;qokvksa ds fy, jksy ekWMy ds :i esa gksrs gSaA ,d f”k{kd viuk le; vius Nk=ksa dh le`f) ds fy, lefiZr djrk gSA çR;sd O;fDr ds Hkfo’; dk fuekZ.k f”k{kdksa ds gkFkksa }kjk gksrk gSA blh dkj.k f”k{kdksa dk lekt esa fo”ks’k LFkku gSA ysfdu tc LdkmfVax dh ckr vkrh gS] rks gekjs LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l dks viuh

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in the society. But when it comes to scouting, our scouts and guides are given opportunities to plan their activities and implement them. They need support of the adult leaders as facilitators. For this reason, the Founder of the movement stressed that a scout master is not a class room teacher. However, the voluntary spirit of the adult leaders and their dedication is the backbone of our movement. I express my best wishes to such adult leaders who hold the responsibility of teaching in schools and colleges. It is also time for the teachers to campaign for the growth of the movement by enrolling more and more youth to enjoy scouting.

Literacy empowers individuals and improves their lives by expanding their capabilities to choose a kind of life which they can value. The Covid-19 crisis has disrupted the learning of children, young people and adults in an unprecedented way. ‘International Literacy Day’ is going to be observed on 8th September under the theme- “Literacy for a human-centred Recovery: Narrowing the digital divide’. It is time to explore the ways to improve digital skillsof non-literate youth and adults, also to improve technology-enabled literacy, keeping in view the future literacy, teaching and learning. The Bharat Scouts and Guides is working with Rotary India to make India illiteracy-free.

“Reflection, Education and Celebration” is the theme this year for International Day of Peace (or World Peace Day) which is to be observed on 21stSeptember 2021.

The members of BSG have to go ahead with the action plans to educate the people towards the need of peace among people within the nation.

xfrfof/k;ksa dh ;kstuk cukus vkSj ykxw djus dk volj fn;k tkrk gSA mUgsa lw=/kkj ds :i esa o;Ld usrkvksa ds lg;ksx dh vko”;drk gSA blh dkj.k vkUnksyu ds laLFkkid us tksj nsdj dgk fd LdkmV ekLVj ,d Dykl :e v/;kid ugha gksrk gSA fulansg o;Ld usrkvksa dh Lo;alsok Hkkouk vkSj mudk leiZ.k gekjs vkUnksyu dh jh< gSA eSa ,sls o;Ld usrkvksa dks “kqHkdkeuk,a nsrk gw¡ tks Ldwyksa vkSj dkWystksa esa v/;kiu dh ftEesnkjh fuHkkrs gSaA f”k{kdksa ds fy, Hkh ;g le; gS fd os LdkmfVax dk vkuan ysus ds fy, vf/kd ls vf/kd ;qokvksa dk ukekadu djds vkUnksyu ds fodkl ds fy, çpkj djsaA lk{kjrk O;fDr;ksa dks l”kDr cukrh gS vkSj mudh {kerkvksa dk foLrkj djds muds thou esa lq/kkj djrh gS] ftlls fd os ,d ,slk thou pqu ldsa tks vFkZiw.kZ gksA dksfoM&19 ladV us vHkwriwoZ rjhds ls cPpksa] ;qokvksa vkSj o;Ldksa dh f”k{kk dks ckf/kr fd;k gSA vUrjkZ’Vªh; lk{kjrk fnol 8 flrEcj dks ^^ekuo dsafnzr iquçkZfIr ds fy, lk{kjrk% fMftVy vleku dks de djuk^^ Fkhe ds vUrxZr euk;k tk jgk gSA xSj&lk{kj ;qokvksa vkSj o;Ldksa ds fy, Hkfo’; dh lk{kjrk] f”k{k.k vkSj lh[kus dks /;ku esa j[krs gq, vko”;drk fMftVy dkS”ky esa lq/kkj ds rjhdksa ,oa çkS|kssfxdh&l{ke lk{kjrk dk Hkh mUur djus dk le; vk x;k gSA Hkkjr dks fuj{krk eqDr cukus ds fy, Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l jksVjh bafM;k ds lkFk dke dj jgk gSA bl o’kZ 21 flrEcj] 2021 dks euk;s tkus okys vUrjkZ’Vªh; “kkafr fnol ¼;k fo”o “kkafr fnol½ dk fo’k; gS] ^^çfrfcEc] f”k{kk vkSj mRlo^^A Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l ds lnL;ksa dks jk’Vª ds Hkhrj yksxksa ds chp “kkafr dh vko”;drk ds çfr mUgsa f”kf{kr djus gsrq dk;Z ;kstukvksa ds lkFk vkxs c<+uk gksxkA tyok;q ifjorZu gekjs lkeus ,d cM+h pqukSrh gSA vkb, ge

Climate Change is a big challenge ahead for us. Let us organise mass tree plantation programmes and their dksfoM çksVksdkWy dk ikyu djrs gq, o`gn o`{kkjksi.k ,oa mudh lqj{kk gsrq dk;ZØe vk;ksftr djsaA protection observing covid protocol.

With Scout/ Guide greetings,

DR. K.K. KHANDELWAL, IAS (RETD.) CHIEF NATIONAL COMMISSIONER

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LdkmV@xkbM “kqHkdkeukvksa lfgrA

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lEiknd dh dye ls It is one of the important tasks of the BSG to activate the youth committees at States level. I am happy to see 24 state associations organised State level colloquiums for state Youth Committees to discuss the issues of the youth and the role of youth in the development of Scouting and Guiding. These types of discussions will surely help the state organisations to meet their needs. We wish to see other state associations to organise such colloquiums on priority.

jkT; Lrj ij ;qok lfefr;ksa dks lfØ; djuk Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l ds egRoiw.kZ dk;ksZa esa ls ,d gSA eq>s ;g ns[kdj çlUurk gqbZ gS fd 24 jkT; la?kksa us ;qokvksa ds eqnnksa ,oa LdkmfVax@xkbfMax ds fodkl esa ;qokvksa dh Hkwfedk ij ppkZ djus ds fy, jkT; ;qok lfefr;ksa gsrq jkT; Lrjh; okrkZyki dk vk;kstu fd;k bl çdkj dh ppkZvksa ls jkT; laxBuksa dks mudh vko”;drkvksa dks iwjk djus esa fuf”pr :i ls enn feysxhA ge vU; jkT; la?kksa dks çkFkfedrk ds vk/kkj ij bl rjg ds okrkZyki vk;ksftr djrs gq, ns[kuk pkgrs gSaA

As per the directive of the Union Ministry of Culture, the BSG participated in the campaign activity “Let us sing the National Anthem for the citizen of India”.

Members of our organisation from all the states participated in singing the National Anthem in scout/guide uniform. It is happy to learn that the state associations uploaded the video in the link and got their colourful certificates.

dsUnzh; laLd`fr ea=ky; ds funsZ”kkuqlkj] Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l us Hkkjr ds ukxfjdksa ds fy, vk;ksftr ^^vkb, ge jk’Vªxku xk,a^^ vfHk;ku xfrfof/k esa Hkkx fy;kA gekjs laxBu ds lHkh jkT;ksa ds lnL;ksa us LdkmV@xkbM x.kos”k esa jk’Vªxku xkus esa Hkkx fy;kA ;g tkudj çlUurk gqbZ fd jkT; la?kksa us fyad esa ohfM;ks viyksM fd;s vkSj jaxhu çek.k i= çkIr fd;sA

Scientists in our country say that the COVID19 Pandemic is likely to persist till the entire world`s population gets vaccinated or naturally infected. The key factors for the rise of such pandemics are increasing urbanisation and loss of animal habitats, particularly their cohabitation with humans.

gekjs ns”k ds oSKkfudksa dk dguk gS fd dksfoM&19 egkekjh rc rd cuh jgus dh lEHkkouk gS tc rd fd iwjh nqfu;k¡ dk Vhdkdj.k ;k çkd`frd :i ls laØfer u gks tk,aA bl rjg dh egkekfj;ksa ds c<+us ds dkjd c<+rs “kgjhdj.k ,oa tkuojksa ds vkoklksa dh deh ,oa fo”ks’k :i ls mudk lkFk gSA

COVID 19 had affected livelihood, health, governance system, social fabric and the economy. We must prepare to face the future pandemics, may be third wave and the like. Social distancing, wearing of standard masks, Handwash with soap frequently and above all these three, VACCINATION is the most effective public health measures to halt the spread of any pandemic. Thanks to the Govt. of India, many of

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dksfoM&19 us vkthfodk] LokLF;] “kklu ç.kkyh] lkekftd rkus&ckus ,oa vFkZO;oLFkk dks çHkkfor fd;kA gesa Hkfo’; dh egkekfj;ksa dk lkeuk djus ds fy, rS;kj jguk pkfg,] tks rhljh ygj ;k blh rjg dh gks ldrh gSA lkekftd nwjh] ekud ekLd iguuk] ckj&ckj lkcqu ls gkFk /kksuk ,oa bu rhuksa ls c<+dj] Vhdkdj.k fdlh Hkh egkekjh ds çlkj dks jksdus ds fy, lcls çHkkoh lkoZtfud LokLF; gsrq mik; gaS ftlds fy, ge ljdkj dks /kU;okn nsrs gSaA Hkkjr esa] dbZ ukxfjdksa us ;k Vhdkdj.k ds dkj.k ;k LokHkkfod :i ls

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the citizens developed antibodies either due to vaccination or naturally after having suffered from the pandemic. Some of the citizens are hesitant to take the vaccination under the fear of side effects.

Here is the role of scouts and guides, rovers and rangers to create awareness among the public and encourage them for vaccination and campaign to follow Covid protocols as said above. The emergence of third way is in our hands. It all depends on the people and the vaccination.

egkekjh ls ihfM+r gksus ds ckn ,aVhckWMh fodflr dhA dqN ukxfjd lkbM bQsDV ds Mj ls Vhdkdj.k djkus ls fgpfdpkrs gSaA turk ds chp tkx:drk iSnk djus ,oa mijksDr dksfoM çksVksdkWy dk ikyu djus] Vhdkdj.k vfHk;ku ds fy, mUgsa çksRlkfgr djus gsrq LdkmV~l@xkbM~l] jksolZ@jastlZ dh vge Hkwfedk gSA rhljs ekxZ dk mnHko gekjs gkFk esa gS ;g lc yksxksa vkSj Vhdkdj.k ij fuHkZj djrk gSA

vc tcfd Ldwy /khjs&/khjs fQj ls [kqy jgs gSa] le; vk x;k gS fd cPpksa dks Vhdk yxok,aA gekjs LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l] Now that the schools are gradually reopening, it is jksolZ ,oa jsatlZ rhljh ygj dh jksdFkke ds fy, turk dks time children should get vaccinated. Let our scouts f”kf{kr djus ds vfHk;ku esa viuk loZJs’B çn”kZu djsaA and guides, rovers and rangers do their best in campaigning to educate the public for prevention of tSlk fd Ldwy vkSj dkWyst [kqyus yxs gSa] lHkh ;wfuV yhMjksa the third wave. ls vis{kk dh tkrh gS fd os vius dc~l @cqqycqYl As the schools & colleges are started opening, all the @LdkmV~l xkbM~l@jksolZ@jsatlZ ,oa Lo;a dks iathd`r djsa Unit Leaders are expected to register their ,oa lHkh Lrjksa ij fjdkWMZ dk csgrj j[k&j[kko lqfuf”pr Cubs/Bulbuls/Scouts/Guides/Rovers/Rangers and djsaA themselves to ensure better record keeping at all lqjf{kr jgsa&LoLFk jgsaA level.

LdkmV@xkbM “kqHkdkeukvksa lfgrA

Stay safe – Be healthy.

With Scout/Guide greetings - EDITOR

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INTERNATIONAL EVENTS 37TH WORLD CONFERENCE (WAGGGS) The most awaited first ever virtual conference made its kick-start from the Eventsair platform on 27th July, 2021 at 4 PM (IST). The speed networking sessions were super fun where we randomly connected with various delegates, observed from different Member Organisations (Mos), exchanging thoughts & views. The melodious WORLD GUIDE SONG gave us a realisation of unity even though members of 137 countries were connected virtually. Ms Heidi Jokinen, World Board Chair gave the opening remarks of the conference in which she announced that Compass 2032 had been adopted with 117 in favour out of 121 votes cast. Our new vision for the Movement is an equal world where all girls can thrive.We heartily welcomed Les Scouts Musulmans d'Algerie, the National Scout Organisation in Algeria, as a full member of our Movement.

It was time for the wonderful Virtual Flag Ceremony and it was also a moment of pride for BSG to see our country flag flying high amongst 137 countries around the globe. It was followed by voting on procedural motion A and Ms Fiona from WAGGGS took over. She presented before the conference, the proposals by World Board Members for tellers and procedural team which was voted upon and carried. We were glad to know procedural motion B & F were passed.

Next, we were introduced to Miss Ruchira Jayashinge, Chair of 37thWorld Conference who gave welcome address and started the session. She mentioned about the 4 Member organisation bidding to host the 38th World Conference. We got to hear a heart-warming speechfrom Prinsesse Benedikte, royalty of Olave Award WAGGGS. The golden hour came to a standstill when we saw the very inspiring keynote speaker Yvette Nkurunziza. She is 23 and is a youth advocate and young leader from the Association des Guides du Rwanda. She was strong about ending gender-based violencein her country, and around the world, and acted as a mentor for the country’s SPEAK OUT project. SPEAK OUT - which involves girls and boys - teaches girls about their human rights and teaches boysthat girls in their communities must be valued and respected. Her address to the young girls made us so empowered and encouraged us to be the change makers in the society.

An informative session on how can we bring more young women in the decision-making platforms at National, Regional and World level was moderated by Miss Chamathya Fernando with the Young Women Research Team members. Another session was a discussion on Proposed Motions & Proposed

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Amendments. Day one concluded with the speed networking, making connection and enjoying the international experience.

The second day of the conference began with speed networking sessions like previous day where we got a chance to interact with delegates, observers, and guests from different parts of the world. During the networking, We also got a chance to talk to some of the world board candidates and got to know about their viewpoints and manifestations. After a video of previous day's reflection, Ms. Ruchira Jayashinge, Chair of the 37th World Conference welcomed the participants and commenced the session on Proposed Constitutional Motions and Amendments covering important issues of Board composition and structure.

During the discussion, some MOs gave their comments and opinions on the proposed motions.

For the second half of the day, it was divided into three parts: world board elections, global update and ratification of the world board election results. Ms. Ruchira and Ms. Sana were giving instructions as only head delegates were allowed to vote, they had to choose six members out of fourteen. They had the right to choose six or fewer members but not more than six. A total of 109 head delegates were present and voted successfully. After the successful voting sessions, tellerswere assigned to count the votes and the session proceeded with a Global update by Ms. Anna Segall, Chief Executive of WAGGGGS. She presented various topics like vision 2021 of WAGGGS, Compass 2032, and Digital Campfire. She gave a brief yet precise report on different works done by WAGGGS in different parts of the worldand availing the programs as per their needs.

WAGGGS Global Update covered 2021 performance to date and Compass 2032 as a springboard for the development of the WAGGGS Global Strategy 2022-23.

After this, a video played with a surprise of the Virtual Campfire platform in which there was an Introduction to the new WAGGGS digital platform for learning, connecting and collaborating: CAMPFIRE (we will soon receive more information about it) the final part - the ratification of the World board election results was taken up.. At last, the tellers confirmed the ratification of results. The six new elected members of the World Board are as follows: 1. Jess Bond (Girl Guiding UK), 2. Fiona Bradley (Girl Guiding New Zealand), 3. Chamathya Fernando (Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association), 4. Candela Gonzalez (Asociación Guías Argentinas), 5. Debra Nakatomi (Girl Scouts of the USA), 6. Christiane Rouhana (Lebanese Federation of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts) The candidates elected as Approved persons are:

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1. Antonia Yip (The Hong Kong Girl Guides Association) 2. Ana Gabriela Bonilla Rubi (Asociación de Guías y Scouts de Costa Rica) The session ended with some enthusiastic speed networking sessions spreading positivity and energy among all.

The third day of the 37th WAGGGS world conference began with the speed networking sessions like the previous two days. Indian delegates and observers made new friends and shared their views with participants from different countries while having quick random networking sessions of 4 mins each.

Through this session we even got a wonderful chance to talk with some of the world board members and candidates. With the reflection videos of the previous days Miss. Ruchira Jayashinge, commented on the first half session of day 3 conference. The session began with voting by the head delegates of the member organisations on the proposed constitutional motion and amendments.

The second half of day 3 was session 6 in which there was a discussion about proposed constitutional motion and amendment. It was a proud moment for the BSG as one of the young observers from India, Miss.

Dhruvi Patel presented the reflections on behalf of BSG for the proposed motion 22. The points stated by her gave a strong impression to the board, this shows the young voice has more noise. The session ended with good wishes, hopes and eagerness for day 4. The last session for the day was again for speed networking which filled the hearts of participants with joy as they were meeting their fellow participants from different parts of the world.

The 4th day of WAGGS world conference began with the speed networking session. Indian delegates and observers made new friends and shared their views with the participants from different countries.

Specially our observer Ms. Jyothi HK Ranganath got chance to talk with Ms. Heidi Jokinen World Board Chair, she appreciated and thanked the world board team for all their wonderful efforts on behalf of BSG. With the reflection videos of the previous days, Miss Ruchira Jayashinge, chair of 37th world conference gave a pleasant welcome and commented on the first session of day 4. The session began with voting by the head delegates of the member organisations on the proposed motion and amendments. There was a voting time given to the head delegates and meanwhile participants had a chance to see the videos of events and activities conducted in 2019. The videos were related to girl power nutrition, power and peace, and Sangam also, it was really colourful treat to the eyes and songs were cheerful and amazing.

The second half of day was session 8 in which there was discussion about proposed motion and amendments. It was proud moment for The Bharat Scouts and Guides as our young observers got a chance to

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speak and reflect our thoughts on behalf of BSG INDIA. Miss. Oorja presented the view on PM18- India put strong voice for inclusion of Hindi as an official language, so that it would open door for the female youth in all states and could be used as powerful tool. After this Ayantika Kundu shared her view on PM19 about the importance of sharing external opportunities with member organisations for engagement of members.

The point stated by her gave impression to the board. The session ended with good wishes and hopes.

The fifth day of the Conference started off with the voting of remaining Proposed Non- Constitutional Motions and Amendments. In the first half of the session, the Chair of the Conference Ms. Ruchira Jayashinge welcomed us with the warm and homely feeling and soon started with the first session. In the beginning we had voting. Including measures to expand the role of young women in governance and decision-making at all levels in the Movements, plans for development of materials and spaces for MOs to exchange on educational methods and programmes, language accessibility, financial reporting and reporting against strategic objectives, youth, peace and security.

During the second session we had the Announcement of the Chair and Vice-Chairs of the World Board: Heidi Jokinen (Finland) as Chair; and as Vice-Chairs – Candela Gonzalez (Argentina) and Jayne Wachira (Kenya). The Medal of Service Awards were presented to seven guiding and scouting figures during the Conference closing Ceremony. The entire world joined together to congratulate the recipients of Medal of Service Awards at our 37th World Conference.

Towards the end of the second session, we also had the bids on which country is holding the next conference. Upon voting it was declared “Cyprus” as host for the 38th World Conference in 2023, looking forward to meet in person. At the close of the World Conference, the World Centres hosted a virtual global campfire “Walking Together Walking Far” bringing together over 1500 people from around the world. Also being the final day of the World Conference, we had the virtual WAGGGS Global Campfire through zoom platform. All participants and delegates had taken part enthusiastically. Our team India along with a few other countries had showcased their items. As for our Indian delegation we had prepared a beautiful skit based on the theme “WALKING TOGETHER WALKING FAR”, which won the hearts of millions and justified the theme of 37th World Conference. Towards the end of the campfire, I can say it was an overwhelming moment for all of us. With the feeling of missing the actual camps and campfire it was a wonderful experience. The campfire ended with the Taps Song.

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APR WORKSHOP ON COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA The World Scout Bureau, Asia Pacific Support Center organized “APR Workshop on Communications and Media from 29th to 31st July 2021. Approx 476 participated the event around the Asia pacific Region.

The Bharat Scouts and Guides has represented in the APR Workshop on Communication and Media under the leadership of Shri Jitesh Arun Seth, Dy. National Commissioner (Rover), Shri Arup Sarkar, Dy. Director of Scout (BP), Shri Bablu Goswami, Assistant Director, Eastern Region along with 12 supporting Members from various states and National Headquarters.

First day`s programme was conducted by Luz Taray and Hussain Jawed. Session on Content Creating and Story Telling on Scouting was taken by Ms Farah, Manager, Media and Content Development of the World Scout Bureau, Global Support Centre. She gave a major focus on – Understanding External Audiences, contents and channels, how story telling fits into the bigger picture of Scouting, how to write the structure and the body of a story, amplifying stories across networks and channels and also showcased some of the best uploaded stories in scout.org. After her session, presentation on Communication and Media was showcased by the members of Sri Lanka Scouts Association.

After that Mr Darren Tay gave a short brief on “Posting Content”. Mr Tsang Wing from Hongkong took a session on “Boosting Special Events through Media Campaigns.” The concluding remarks were given by Shri Yorimasa, Mastudaira, Chairman of APR Communications and Partners Sub Committee.

2nd day`s programme was conducted by Fahmida- Bangladesh. It started with full zeal and enthusiasm.

Session on “Social Media” was delivered by Ms Lynne Lessard, Junior Manager, Social Media, World Scout Bureau, Global Support Center with major focus on who we want to reach to, the algorithm of social media and also she showed various examples from scout.org. In this session he shared the importance of use of Social Media.

After that, PR and Marketing Division of Bangladesh Scouts gave a presentation on their work on social media.

Ms Natasha Kayle, National Manager of South Africatook a session on “Youth Influencer Programme” and thus the programme concluded.

The third day’s programme was conducted by Master of Ceremony Rubiyat Binte Wahid and Jastin Vim. A session on “Youth Parliament” by Mr. Rizwan, professional TV Anchor of Pakistan. After that NSO social media Works were presented by Indonesia, Philippines, India and Malaysia. Mr J R C Pangilinan, Regional Director of the Asia Pacific Region virtually graced the gathering and also concluded the webinar. Day In charge of Last day was – Sharif Shagar. In the webinar Anjali Yadav-Chattisgarh, Swati Singh- South Eastern Railway, Subhodeep Gupta-Eastern Railway and Sujit Tanty- Odisha from Team Yoga with BSG participated.

The programme was headed by Shri Amar B. Chettri, Joint Director of Scout (Programme and Training).

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NATIONAL EVENT CELEBRATION OF 150TH EPISODE BY TEAM YOGA WITH BSG 150th glorious episode celebration of programme YOGA WITH BSG was held on 2nd July 2021. The celebration started with Yoga Prayer by Ms. Laxmi Gupta. Ms. Deepanjali Pramanick welcomed the gathering. In his opening remarks, Mr. Bablu Goswami, Assistant Director of Eastern Region highlighted the enormous achievements of the success of the event. While inaugurating the programme Mr. Raj Kumar Kaushik, Director of BSG – India congratulated all the members for their achievement. Mr. Arup Sarkar, Deputy Director of Scouts (Boy Programme) blessed the gathering. Dr. B. Islam highlighted the introduction of Yoga in the Bharat Scouts and Guides since its establishment and also shared his experience in working with the team. Ms. Lakhsmi Gupta demonstrated Halaasana.

Then, Chakrasana was demonstrated by Ms. Rashmi Bharati. Ms. Anjali Gupta shared her journey experience in working with the YWB Team and demonstrated Ganda Bherundaasana. Mr. Amitabh Pathak demonstrated Padanghusthasana. Ms. Suman Gupta demonstrated Agnisar Pranayama. Mr. Krishnaswamy Ramamoorthy, Executive Director of BSG was present as the Guest of Honour. Under the dynamic leadership of Mr. Bablu Goswami, Assistant Director, Eastern Region, the programme ended successfully.

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1. How often does a World Scout Jamboree take place?

2. “I keep six honest serving men (They taught me all I know) Their names are what and why and when And How and where and who.” Who is the author of the above lines?

3. How many stars are there in the Plough?

4. What name did the natives of Ashanti give B.-P.?

5. When was B.P. acclaimed Chief Scout of the world?

6. What is whipping?

7. When was the first edition of the Wolf Cub`s Handbook` published?

8. What knot would you use to attach a rope to a log so that you could drag it?

9. When does a ship fly a yellow flag?

10. What bird never has a nest on its own?

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NATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE, PACHMARHI The 75th Anniversary of our Independence Day was observed by The Bharat Scouts and Guides, National Training Centre, Pachmarhi.

The programme started with participation in the virtual All Faiths Prayer Meetings organized by Karnataka State Bharat Scouts and Guides at 09 AM in the Kunzru Hall.

At 9.30 the National Flag was hoisted by the youngest family member of NTC staff. On the occasion visitors from Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat states especially students who were visiting Pachmarhi joined both All Faiths Prayer meeting and Flag Hoisting ceremony.

To mark the 75th Years of Independence, 75 saplings were planted on the Northern Side of B.P. Bhawan between the main road. These saplings are part of pot project donations made by members of The Bharat Scouts and Guides.

A NGO functioning from Nalanda School as a Training Centre for Self Help Group of women of Pachmarhi also participated in the Independence Day celebration with The Bharat Scouts and Guides.

DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAY GRAMEEN KAUSHALYA YOJNA The Bharat scouts and guide is implementing Deen dayal upadyay grameen kaushalya yojna in the state of Haryana under Ministry of Rural Development and Haryana state rural livelihood mission.

Deen Dayal Upadhyay Grameen Kaushalya Yojna (DDU-GKY) is a centrally sponsored Scheme of the Ministry of Rural Development that aims to skill the underserved, rural youth in order to provide them with a regular source of income. DDU-GKY is a skilling and placement initiative with the objective to “transform rural poor youth into an economically independent and globally relevant workforce”.

BSG will be imparting training around 250 female candidates from BPL families between the age of 18 to 30 in domains of fashion designing and sample tailoring at Skill Development center at Village- Sisai,Hisar.

To commemorate 75 years of India`s Independence BSG in collaboration with Ministry of rural development & Haryana state rural livelihood mission conducted the following: 1. “Plantation Drive” under “Amrit mahotsav" on 3rd August 2021 in Village -Sisai Distt. Hisar Haryana.where staff & trainers planted around 60 trees in the surroundings of skill development center.

2. “Mobilization Drive” under “Amrit mahotsav” from 9th August-12 August 2021 was conducted under this scheme in several awareness-cum-sensitization programmes at different villages of Distt.- Hisar by the BSG DDU-GKY team with the help of respective Self help groups.

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NATIONAL ADVENTURE INSTITUTE, KURSEONG The World Scarf Day was observed at the newly established National Adventure Institute of Bharat Scouts and Guides, in Kurseong, Darjeeling, West Bengal on 01st August, 2021. The scarf was presented by Smt. Surekha Shrivastava, Dy. Director NAI, Kurseong to Mr. Ezaz Ahmed, (IAS)Sub- Divisional officer, Mr. Brigen Gurung, Chairman of Kurseong Municipality, Mr. Subhash Pradhan, Vice Chairman of Kurseong Municipality and Mr. S. Sarkar, Inspector-in-Charge (Police) in the presence Shri Jogendra Prasad, State Commissioner (Cub), West Bengal, Mr. Subham Thapa, Secretary of local association, Kurseong, Miss. Kanchan Roy, Office Secretary (Intern), NAI, Kurseong and other dignitaries.

On 8th August, 2021 Covid Vaccination Camp was organised by the Bharat Scouts and Guides Darjeeling District association &Siliguri Terai Lions Blood Centre at the Building of The Bharat Scouts and Guides National Adventure Institute, Kurseong. The scarf was presented by Smt. Surekha Shrivastava, Dy. Director NAI, Kurseong to Shri Jogendra Prasad, State Commissioner (Cub), West Bengal & District Chief Commissioner, Darjeeling and Shri Rajendra Prasad Agarwal, District Secretary, Darjeeling with 10 other active and energetic officers of the Bharat Scouts and Guides Kurseong Local Association, L.N. Ayush Agarwal (Chair person), L.N. Bhavesh Gain, L.N Naveen Parekh, L.N Akshay NangiaWith other 6 supporting staff.

Around 200 people of Kurseong were vaccinated with CoviShield. Shri Brigen Gurung, Chairman of Kurseong Municipality visited the camp. People visiting the vaccination camp were happy with the arrangements made.

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REGIONAL EVENTS Central and Western Region Regional Youth Colloquium – 2021 for Rovers and Rangers of Central & Western Region has been organized virtually from 28th to 30th July, 202 in which 74 participants different State i.e.

Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, N.W. Railway, Rajasthan, W. C. Railway and Western Railway attended the event.

Opening Ceremony was held on 28th July, 2021.

Mr. Jitesh Seth, Deputy National Commissioner of Scout has inaugurated as Chief Guest and Mr. Amar B. Chettri, Joint Director of Scouts (Programme &

Training) were present as Guest of Honour. Mr. Manish Mehta, National Commissioner of Coordination (Headquarter) also present in the inauguration ceremony as Special Guest. On first day of the event the sessions dealt on Youth Engagement Policy by Mr. Jitesh Seth, Formation and role of Recommendation Committee & Change in Rover/Ranger Uniform by Ms. Shivangi Saxena and Home Task given by Mrs. Shalini Jain to celebrate World Nature Conservation Day in which participants were asked to make a video on skit/mime on one of the SDG’s and upload in the google link. The Recommendation Committee of the Regional Youth Colloquium was constituted.

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On 29th July, 2021 Ms. Anandamayee Singh Youth Engagement Officer, YuWaah UNICEF was the Chief Guest. Ms. Darshana Pawaskar, Joint Director of Guide (Programme & Training) were present as Guest of Honour and Shri Ritesh Kumar Agarwal Regional Youth Representative, Asia Pacific Region/WOSM & Chair Person National Youth Committee, BSG India were present as Resource person. Home task also given to celebrate International Friendship Day in which participants has to subscribe Youtube channel, Like Facebook, Follow the Twitter & Instagram and share the best friendship story video of 3-4 minutes.

On 30th July, 2021 Session taken by Shri Om Prakash Tripathi on New Education Policy and Shri Praduman Raj on U-Report. Closing Ceremony was held on 30th July, 2021 at 16:30 Hrs. Dr. Shikha Banerjee, National Commissioner of Rangers (Headquarters) has given final remarks and blessed the participants as Chief Guest. Shri Bhavik Suthar from Rajasthan and Ms. Vaishnavi Yadav from Madhya Pradesh presented final recommendation fo r C h a n g e s i n U n i fo r m o n b e h a l f o f Recommendation Committee of the Regional Youth Colloquium. Home task to share innovative ideas to organize Virtual/Physical Youth Programme has been given to the participants. Ms. Shivangi Saxena, Assistant Director was Leader of the Regional Youth Colloquium.

Eastern Region Regional Youth Colloquium The Bharat Scouts and Guides, Eastern Region organized a Regional Youth Colloquium from 26th to 28th July 2021 Virtually.

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70 Young Members of the State Youth Committee and active Rovers and Rangers of Eastern Regional States-Bihar, Eastern Railway, East Central Railway, East Coast Railway, Odisha, South Eastern Railway and West Bengal State Associations participated with full enthusiasm.

On 26th the Colloquium started with BSG Prayer. In the opening ceremony, Mr. Bibhuti Mukherjee, Chairman of the Steering Committee delivered the Welcome Address. Ms. Pritisha Adhikary from

Eastern Railway presented the welcome song.

Shri Amar B. Chettri, Joint Director of Scouts (Programme & Training) inaugurated the Colloquium and blessed the participants. He also took a session on Formation of Youth Committee and role of young people. In the continuation of opening ceremony South Eastern Railway State presented a Cultural Programme. Shri Kumar Ritesh Agarwal, Chairperson of the National Youth Committee interacted with the participants in a unique way. Finally, Vote of thanks was presented

by Ms Barsha Rani, Co-Chair of the Steering Committee and thus the opening ceremony came to an end.

Correspondent of Eastern Region introduced the member of the Steering committee and handed over the charge to Chair and Co-Chair for the smooth running of the colloquium and also gave a short brief of how to upload scouting activities in scout.org. After that, Smt. Darshana Pawaskar, Joint Director of Guide (Programme & Training) took session on “Prepared to Learn, Prepared to lead” and also on the National Education Policy. Mr. Raj Kumar Kaushik, Director of the Bharat Scouts and Guides blessed the gathering and inspired the Youth for doing community Development work.

The second day of the programme started with BSG Prayer which was followed by day instructions by Day Incharge Ms. Swati Singh. A reflection video was shown to the participants. Breakout room discussions were held on “Implementing New New Education Policy in BSG” and also on “Changes in Uniform of Ranger” where all the participants took part actively. A session on Earth Tribe was taken by Mr. Shubham Singh, Regional Media Correspondent of Eastern Region. After that State Wise Cultural Programme was held and then after the concluding remarks, the second day was closed.

The third day of the programme started with BSG Prayer. Smt. Surekha Srivastava, Deputy Director of Guides, Adventure Programme graced the gathering and blessed the participants. Elocution on “Climate Change” was held especially for the Chair and Co-Chair of the State Youth Committee in which they have taken part very actively and they shared their views and ideas on various issues Session on “U Report and Young Warriors” was related to Climate Change. taken by Ms Snigdha Kundu, Lead, Karnataka –YuWaah (Generation Unlimited), UNICEF. The gathering was blessed by Mr. S.J. Hobib, State M r. S h u b h a m S i n g h , R e g i o n a l M e d i a

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Organizing Commissioner (Scout) of Eastern Railway. After that, presentation of the achievements of the States during 2020 was showcased.

Participants shared their colloquium experience. In the closing ceremony welcome address was given

by Ms. Barsha Rani. Mr. Arup Sarkar, Deputy Director of Scouts (Boy Programme) was the Chief Guest. Camp Impression was presented by Ms. Sanghamitra Gautam Ranger of South Eastern Railway. The Cultural Programme was presented by Eastern Railway and East Coast Railway State. Ms. Manisha proposed vote of thanks and ended with National Anthem. The programme was conducted under the leadership of Mr. Bablu Goswami, Assistant Director of Eastern Region with the assistance of Alok Ranjan, DOC(S), Subham Singh Regional Media Correspondent Eastern Region, Subhodeep Gupta Eastern Railway and Mr. Kapil Rajak, Office Secretary of Eastern Region.

of BSG-India has planned to observe this day in a grand manner and started colloquium in 3 levels State, Regional and National. A three-day Regional Level Colloquium from 29th to 31st July 2021 was inaugurated on 29th by Dr. Hovithal N. Sothu,

Project Director, Task Force for Music and Arts (TFMA), Department of Youth Resources and Sports, Government of Nagaland in the presence of distinguished guests. 78 participants registered for the event from all 09 states of the region.

On 29th, the programme was started with the Bharat Scouts and Guides Prayer Song followed by VIRTUALREGIONALYOUTHCOLLOQUIUM -2021 an Integration Session led by Smt. Saizampuii from “Arise, Awake and Stop Not till the Goal is reached” Mizoram. Shri Rajkumar Kaushik, Director, BSG - Swamy Vivekananda blessed the participants and the event.

North East Region

International Youth Day is commemorated every

The first Input Session was taken by The International Deputy Commissioner of Scouts, BSG, Mr. Madhusudan A. S. on the topic, “Understanding the World Scout Involvement Policy and World Scout Youth Programme Policy”. Ms. Snigdha Kundu, from YuWaah, UNICEF delivered lecture on the topic “Young Warrior and Understanding Yuwaah & BSG collaboration”. The day activity came to end with the input session of year on 12 August, bringing youth issues to the Ms. Ayantika Kundu, Co-Chairperson of National attention of the international community and Youth Committee, BSG on “Initiatives of BSG in celebrating the potential of youth as partners in collaboration with partner organisations” today’s global society. The National Headquarters

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Day one In-Charge - Mr. Aidor Ryngksai, STC (S), Meghalaya and Master of Ceremony Ms. Arpita Sengupta, Ranger from Assam and Mr. Dziesevizo John Rutsa, Rover from Nagaland made the day`s programme successful.

young people reflected the culture of Seven Sisters during their cultural programme from all the nine states, followed by a game by Sayantini Nandi - a Ranger from N.F. Railway about Know your country - Know the world.

The Closing ceremony of the Colloquium was graced by Shri Digvijay Goswami Head of Growth at The Jurni, Ex-Harvard Business Review,Gurgaon India and specially talked on Impact of Online Social Media in Youth. Mrs. Amelia Swer, International Commissioner of Guides, BSG and State Secretary, Meghalya and the officials of NHQ and Regional States were present

Second day activities were introduced by Mr. Imlisunep, ASOC (S), Nagaland - day In-charge and Master of Ceremony Ms. Phurba Doma Bhutiya, Ranger from Sikkim & Shri Mayengbam Sanathoi Singh, Rover from Manipur. And the day started with BSG Prayer followed by the first input session on “Youth engagement in global decision-making spaces” which was taken up by Shri Ritesh Kumar Agarwal, Chairperson of National Youth Committee, BSG. Ms. Darshana Pawaskar, Joint Director of Guides, BSG highlighted the importance of aligning Scouting/Guiding activities with the National Education Policy and changes in Uniform of BSG members - since changes are always good.

Southern Region VIRTUAL REGIONAL YOUTH COLLOQUIUM -2021 The Bharat Scouts and Guides, Southern Region successfully completed a three-day virtual youth colloquium with delegates and participants from 6 states from 28th to 30th July 2021. The Colloquium was inaugurated by Hon'ble SCC, Tamil Nadu and National Advisor (Growth) BSG-India Dr. R. Elangovan. The Executive Director BSG-India Shri Krishnaswamy and the State Commissioner Rangers, Tamil Nadu & former Jt. Director Support Services, Ms. Alamelu graced the occasion and

One participant from each of the 9 states of NER delivered extempore which was led by Mr. K Theaœnuo, of Nagaland followed by Quiz via Slido.com Mr. Imlisunep, ASOC (S), Nagaland On the last day after prayer, the first session was on Conflict and time Management by Mr. blessed the participants. The Day 1 of the Krishnaswamy R, Executive Director, BSG. The Colloquium was aimed at imparting knowledge

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about various initiatives such as U-Report, Scouts for SDGs, Prepare to Learn – Prepare to Lead, etc.

The second day of the Youth Colloquium continued with equal enthusiasm from the participants. Shri Raj Kumar Kaushik, Director, Bharat Scouts and Guides was the Chief Guest. Ms. Alamelu, State Commissioner (Rangers) – Tamil Nadu, presented an insightful session on National Education Policy. `The role of youth in the movement` was presented by Mr. Kumar Ritesh Agarwal, Youth Representative, Asia-Pacific Region and Chairperson, National Youth Committee. The delegates and observers actively presented their inputs and recommendations on Uniform Change to Mr. Supreeth Balaji and Mr. K V Deepak. The final session for Day 2, was conducted by Mr Satyajit Chatterjee on the WAGGGS initiatives such as Stop the Violence.

The final day of the Virtual Youth Colloquium started with an input session on Earth Tribe by Mr. Madhusudan, Dy. International Commissioner(S).

The session was followed by an Extempore on Climate Change. The delegates utilised the platform to share their views and opinions on the topic of climate change. Ms. Snigdha Kundu, Lead – UNICEF/YuWaah, presented a session on Young Warriors and motivated the participants to undertake the role of young warriors. The event came to an end, with a moving address from Smt. Darshana Pawaskar, Joint Director (Guides) to encourage the participants to explore various avenues available to them. Smt. Kumud Mehra, Assistant Director played a proactive role in making the event a success.

The Bharat Scouts and Guides, New Delhi from 3rd August to 9th August 2021 in which 31 participants from Karnataka, Kerala and Tamilnadu attended.

The course started with the BSG Prayer followed by inaugural function. The course was inaugurated by Mrs. Savita Ben Patel, National Commissioner (Adult Resources) in the presence of Additional CNC,SC(S)BSG, Karnataka Shri M.A. Khalid, Shri P.G.R. Sindhia, Secretary- General President-InCouncil and SCC, BSG, Karnataka & Shri Rajkumar Kaushik, Director BSG. The objectives of the course were presented by LOCas per the Scheme of Training of Guide wing.

The Guest speakers Shri Krishna Swammy R., Executive Director has covered the topic Problem Solving, Ms. Alamelu, former Joint Director (Support Service) SC(Ranger)BSG, Tamilnadu took the session on Back Dating. Information about world Association of Girl Guide & Girl Scout was covered by Jt. Director (G)& knowledge about WOSM was taken by Shri Arup Sarkar, Dy Director (Boy Prog.) &amended rules were covered by Shri Amar B Chettri, Jt. Director of scouts (Prg. and Trg.).

OYMS, U. Report, information about Social media etc were also covered. The campfire was organized by the various patrols in an innovative & colorful form. The 4th ROT(G) course was conducted by 4th Online Re-Orientation Course for Guide Wing Smt. Kumud Mehra Assistant Director, Southern was conducted at the National Headquarters of Region.

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WORLD SCOUT SCARF DAY celebrated World Scout Scarf Day on 1st August, The Bharat Scouts and Guides, Kurnool District 2021 by honouring Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief observed World Scarf Day on August 1st. The Minister of Assam State with Scout Scarf. members of BSG felicitated Shri P. Koteshwhara Rao, District Collector and President and Jammu and Kashmir otherDistrict officials in the district on the Jammu & Kashmir Bharat Scouts and Guides, occasion, under the initiation of Shri P. Srinivas District Pulwama celebrated World Scarf Day, 2021 Yadav, District Secretary Mr.Thymur Basha, District under the leadership of Mr. SajadAhmad, Vice Treasurer and ASOC Leo Anthony, by presenting President J&K BS&G, Pulwama on 1st August 2021.

Scout Scarf.

40 Scouts, Guides, Rovers, Rangers and leaders drawn from different units participated.District Units of AP Model School, Orvakal, MSZPHS Secretary Syed Mukhtar Ahmad explained the

Andhra Pradesh

Yemmiganur, organised scout scarf day under the history and significances of world scout scarf day. leadership of scout master Sekhar, guide captains Farzana, Sujana Kumari and Nageshwari.DOC e/; çns’k Subramanyamand DTC Krishna participated at “kkldh; dU;k mPprj ek/;fed fo|ky;] lh/kh e/; çns”k DHQ. }kjk fo”o LdkQZ fnol fnuk¡d 1 vxLr] 2021 dks euk;k

x;k] bl volj ij Jh gfj”kadj ikaMs;] ftyk lfpo ,oa Jherh vthrk f}osnh] ftyk laxBu vk;qDr ¼xkbM½ }kjk Assam The Bharat Scouts and Guides, Assam State lh/kh fo/kk;d dks LdkQZ igukdj mudk Lokxr fd;k

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x;kA rRi”pkr lh/kh fo/kk;d us LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l dks vius lEcks/ku esa dgk fd LdkmV xkbM ds fy, LdkQZ ,d igpku gSA ge lHkh LdkQZ }kjk lEekfur gksus ij xkSjokfUor eglwl djrs gSa] Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l gesa çse] HkkbZpkjk] fo”o cU/kqRo ,oa R;kx dk ikB i<+krk gS rFkk gesa vke ukxfjdksa esa LdkmfVax xkbfMax ds çpkj&çlkj dk ç;kl djuk pkfg,A

laxBu vk;qDr ¼LdkmV½ us LdkmV /otkjksg.k dj dk;ZØe dk “kqHkkjaHk fd;kA rRi”pkr Jh vfuy lsB] ftyk laxBu vk;qDr ¼LdkmV½ us mifLFkr lnL;ksa dks LdkmV&xkbM çfrKk fnykbZA N.F. Railway

The Bharat Scouts and Guides, N.F Railway, Mariani District Association celebrated World Scouts Scarf mRrj e/; jsyos Day on 1st August 2021. Mxn District organized a mRrj e/; jsyos Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l iz;kxjkt] condolence meeting to pray for 6martyrs in Mizoram border, followed by tree plantation and Cleanliness programme in Scout hut and Covid Awareness programmes such as mask distribution, Poster making in Mariani Railway Colony and Town.

More than 28 Scouts, Guides, Rovers, Rangers and Unit leaders participated.

Odisha Odisha State Bharat Scouts & Guides observed vkxjk ,oa >kalh ftyksa }kjk 01 vxLr 2021 dks vUrjkZ"Vªh; “World Scout Scarf Day” on 01st August 2021 in LdkmV LdkQZ fnol cMs+ /kwe/kke ls ftyk izf'k{k.k dsUnz o each corner of the state.In this connection 135 LdkmV Msu esa ;wfuV ds lnL;ksa }kjk euk;k x;kA Cubs, Bulbuls, Scouts, Guides, Rovers, Rangers and Unit Leaders have joined.

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iwoksZÙkj jsyos Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l ftyk la?k All members took promise and shared experience bTtruxj ds vUrxZr fo”o LdkmV LdkQZ fnol LdkmV all over the state in different ways.The idea of dqVhj jksM ua- 4 bTtruxj esa fnuk¡d 01 vxLr] 2021 dks "Scout Scarf Day" on August 1 is that all the active

dksfoM çksVksdkWy ds fu;eksa dk ikyu djrs gq, euk;k x;kA as well as former scouts are requested to wear their bl dk;Z esa fofHkUu xzqi ds LdkmV~l] xkbM~l] jksolZ ,oa scout scarfs in public to make the "Spirit of jsatlZ us Hkkx fy;kA Jh vkj-ih- fclfj;k] lgk;d jkT; Scouting" visible.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY Guides, Rovers and Rangers From BBMP, Bangalore Independence Day was celebrated with full fervor North and Bangalore South District were present. and enthusiasm all over the state. Our scout guides actively participated in March Past Parade at all the Odisha district Headquarter. Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, 75th Independence Day was celebrated by Odisha Chief Minister Haryana awarded scout guide for State Bharat Scouts & Guides at State Headquarters getting first position in march past at Faridabad.

Haryana

Tree plantation and awareness rallies were also organised in various districts by the scouts Scouts guides Rovers Rangers to aware the community on the occasion of Azadi ka Amritmohatsav.

Karnataka Shri P.G.R. Sindhia, State Chief Commissioner,

Bharat Scouts and Guides, Karnataka has unfurled the National Flag on 15th August 2021 at Shanthigruha, Bengaluru in the presence of Dr. G o . R u .C h a n n a b a s a p p a , S r i . Ko n d a j j i B .

Shanmukhappa, Vice-President, Office Beareres, Invitees, Staff Members, Unit Leaders, Scouts,

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through flag hoisting followed by National Anthem and in all District Headquarters the day was observed. During this pandemic covid 19 situation our members are maintaining social distance from each other, distributing self made masks, sapling plants and creating awareness about covid19. This year Independence Day was observed by scouts and guides, Rovers and rangers and also unit leaders in different district.

Tamilndu 75th Independence Day celebration 2021 was held at Wenlock Park State Headquarters, Triplicane, Chennai, on 15.08,2021. State Chief Commissioner, National Advisor for Growth and former Director of

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School Education Dr.R. Elangovan welcomed the gathering. State President of Bharat Scouts and Guides, Tamil Nadu Dr. P. Mani and Commissioner of School Education Thiru. K. Nandhakumar LA. S expressed their greetings.

Hon'ble Minister for School Education Thiru. Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi hoisted the National Flag. Long Service Medals & Medal of Merit for Senior Scouters/ Guiders totally 103 were awarded by the Minister.

Nearly 250 Scouts, Guides and Adult Leaders from various parts of Chennai attended the 75" Independence Day celebration. Hon'ble Minister for School Education released 3 Books one on Promise and Law, the Second on Brochure on Camp sites of Tamilnadu and the third Weekly issue E-Magazine of Youth Committee.

QUALITY EDUCATION SUSTAINABLEDEVELOPMENT GOAL NO -04 "A good quality education is one that provides all learners with capabilities they require to become economically productive, develop sustainable livelihoods, contribute to peaceful and democratic societies and enhance individual well-being.

In this connection Odisha state Bharat Scouts & Guides have organized “Amma Pathasala mission for 93 under privileged children. It is one of the best education platforms of SDG goals. Srikara Bhanja Open unit, Ganjam District have undertaken the SDG 04. Rovers and Rangers and unit leaders created awareness among children. They also distributed pens, pencils, sketches, rubbers, notebooks etc in slum areas.

Gone Home Shri Rama Murti Dora, State Secretary of Odisha State Bharat Scouts and Guides breathed his last on 26th July, 2021.

We pray for eternal peace of the departed soul.

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TRAINER’S CORNER Scout Method: 6. Personal Progression Let us recall the purpose of the movement. The purpose of the Movement is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual potentials as individuals, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of the local, national and international communities.

For children and young people Scouting is about fun and adventure, challenges, new experiences and making friends. And that is the magic of Scouting – its attributes help young people to flourish, to grow in all facets of development and become better people and useful citizens in their communities.

The core of Scouting is the Scout Method.

Scout Method is an interdependent group of seven elements. One of the seven elements is `Personal Progression`. Progression is the growth of an individual in four main areas, namely, soul, body, intelligence and emotions. One acquires knowledge of the Soul through spiritual development. Spiritual development results in values which are to be cultivated by an individual through practising or participating in activities which are related to the community of which he is a part. Truth, loyalty to the nation, honesty, obedience to elders, following the traditions, modesty, sympathy, punctuality, discipline etc are essentially required for an individual to figure out as a useful citizen In Scouting, activities such as Law and Promise, Prayers, Camping in Nature, Nature Study, Service to the needy etc form the foundation for spiritual development. Unit Leaders have to introduce these activities with proper introduction of why they are part of Scouting. As the youth grow, maturity level raises. Ultimately, these ideas build up in the realization of the soul.

Coming to the second area i.e body, it needs proper development. Of course, physical development is phenomenal. But the body should be not only healthy but also active to put the motto into practice—Do Your Best for Cubs and Bulbuls or `Be Prepared` in the case of Scouts and Guides or `Service` in the case of Rovers and Rangers. All the practical activities in Scouting like Morning Exercises such as B.P. Six, Yoga or Surya namaskar, Games, Drill and March Past, daily routine in camps, Cleanliness, working in Nature etc help in physical development of the young people.

Intelligence is a gift of God to the human beings. There are a good number of activities like compass, mapping, star gazing, estimation, sense training games, Handicrafts, pioneering, First Aid and such other challenging and motivating activities besides a wide variety of scout and guide literature contribute to intellectual development.

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sadness, fear, jealousy, anger, excitement, likes and dislikes etc. Emotions are essential for an individual.

Emotional reactions lead to learning which is essential for survival. Activities such as Law and Promise and other practical activities in scouting and guiding such as living together, work in small groups, participation in competitions, campfires or red flowers, ceremonies like Investiture and Going-up enhance emotional development.

In this way, Spiritual Development, Physical Development, Intellectual Development and Emotional Development in an individual determine the character of an individual. Young people with a sound character will get the identity in the community in which they live. Scouting is a progressive learning journey focused on motivating and challenging an individual continually to develop in all the above four areas through such wide variety of learning opportunities as mentioned above. This approach enables young people to progress for their own development, in their own way, and at their own pace, to meet the objectives appropriate to their age section. This personal progression is autonomous on the part of the young people. Adults are the facilitators, who empower, encourage, and support young people appropriately to set their own challenges and exercise freedom of choice. This approach helps them to set life goals and to learn to become active citizens, offering each young person the opportunity to identify their personal needs and the resources needed to improve their own competencies according to their own circumstances and abilities.

The principle of one programme for all is a unique system in Scouting. The concept is same and the learning activities vary according to the age range and the section. For example the concept of `Service` is introduced in the cub section in the form of `Good Turn` which starts at home and in the school. Scouts take the good turns in a wider sense as service to the community. Rovers or Rangers widen the concept of service to the community in the form of Community Development. Similarly, skills like knotting and lashings in cub section enable them to build pioneering models in scouting. They use these skills to construct a pioneering project when they grow as rovers.

Young people are involved in the creation of the programme, working in small groups with adults as facilitators.

This may happen in court-of-honour. Here they plan, implement and review the learning activities. Every boy is responsible to progress in the journey of scouting by reviewing what he has learnt and plan further for a higher learning activity. In this way, youth progresses in the journey of scouting.

Role of Scouters: Our APRO Part II and Part III cover the programme of learning activities for all the six sections.

They should frequently interact with the Patrol Leaders to sustain the activities of the unit. The role of the Scouters is one of assisting, supporting, facilitating, motivating, being a role model rather than directive. Cubs and Bulbuls will require more facilitation and direction but this should be reversed in older age ranges to one of 'mentor or coach'. The Scouters need to be aware of the young people, know their needs in their Section, and understand 'where they are' in relation to their development as young people. Scouters have to assist in reviewing activities and help young people to reflect on their experiences and personal journey through Scouting.

Note: This is based on WOSM principle which is equally applicable to the members of guiding also.

- D. R. K. Sarma, LT (C) South Central Railway /Mo:- 9866048096

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MEMBERSHIP GROWTH Continued from previous issue…..

The Scout Guide Movement is a voluntary non-political educational youth movement, open to all without distinction of gender, origin, race, or creed. At present this is the 6th largest leading Educational Youth Movement. India is the 5th highest youth populous county where around 1.3 billion people are under 25years of age considered as youth.

Currently, India has 36 administrative States and UTs; and in scouting, there are 54 State Scout Associations spread over 3,287,590 square kilometres with a total membership of3.6 million Scouts in over 1,08,253 units. As of2020, we have a current male youth population of around 25 Crores and our current scout membership is36 lakhs in India. Still, we have a huge potential to reach 24.64 crores untapped male youth. Looking for this potential opportunity and the organizational development, BSG membership growth plan came into the picture. Though Bharat Scouts and Guides is one of the largest NSOs in the world, when we look at the penetration rate of young people v/s scouts, it is 1.8%. For any youth movement to be able to cascade down to the grass root level, it needs a lot of resources and time. Thus, this strategy helps membership growth in India reach out to many young people in the country. While we plan for membership growth, we will also address the review of the youth programme, training system and communication, partnership, branding and governance of Bharat Scouts and Guides. Based on the WOSM and BSG vision, Secretary-General Mr. Ahmed`s appeal and the dream of our honourable president Dr. Anil Kumar Jain and honourable Chief National Commissioner Dr. K. K. Khandelwal to reach 1 Crore census (i.e., 60 lakhs members for scout wing; 40 lakhs members for guide wing) by 2025, the Bharat Scouts and Guides aims to expand the number of youths in the organization.

The population of Young People in India is 25,76,41,834. The present scout membership is 35,81,332. BSG market share is 1:72. Still, there are over 254 million untapped available young people who needs to be attracted to scouting. Keeping in mind this huge potential, the technical team from WOSM with the Bharat Scouts and Guides sat together from 10 to 14 November 2019 at NHQ, BSG, and planned National Membership Growth Strategy for the Bharat Scouts and Guides. It is a dynamic 5-year projectplan with a clear vision supported by APR and funded by WOSM under Messenger of Peace. The development and implementation of a National Membership Growth Strategy for the Bharat Scouts and Guides began with a request through the WOSM Services platform to receive support. Under the guidance of WOSM and along with the expertise offered by a trained WOSM services consultant, the BSG India (National Scout Organization) was able to turn their National Growth Strategy from an administrative document into a collective call to action with buy-in from both leadership and scouts. Recruitment, retention, and organizational development are the three main essential components of a successful Membership Growth Action Plan which have been taken into consideration while preparing it. The BSG-Membership Growth Plan has a great vision to reach at 6 million (60 lakhs) Scout Wing membership census in the Bharat Scouts and Guides by 2025. Under this main project plan, there is a short-term plan to increase Scout Wing census to 50,000 in the coming 9 months which is supplementing the next target to increase Scout Wing census to 11 lakhs by 2023.

To be Continued.....

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ACTIVITIES REPORTS NÙkhlx<+

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was organized by South Group of Kanchrapara District of Eastern Railway State Bharat Scouts and Guides from 6th to 8th August 2021 in which 70 members participated. The Workshop was inaugurated by Mr. Amitava Tribedi, District Training Commissioner (Scout) in the glorious presence of Mr. Biswajit Paul, GLS, Mrs Asha Sharma, GLG and Mr. Subhadeep Chatterjee, LOC. Mr Subhabrata Das, ALT(S) from Chittaranjan District was invited as Guest Resource Speaker on the second day. Various sessions on First Aid like Golden Rules, Wounds, CPR, Application of Triangular and Roller Bandage, etc were taken by trained Staff members of the Unit.

Eastern Railway

Himachal Pradesh

Dr Anupam Sett, State Secretary of Eastern Railway State Bharat Scouts and Guides inaugurated the State Youth Colloquium organized on 18th July, 2021 in which 80 participations from various district associations participated through zoom.

Various sessions on “Blood Donation”, “National Education Policy”, “U Report Platform” and “Earth Tribe” were taken.

On 6th August 2021, Rovers and Rangers unit of Government College Mandi District Mandi made people aware about the corona epidemic in Mandi city and masks were also distributed to some people. Rovers and Rangers appealed to the people to wear masks, use sanitizers and maintain social distance to avoid corona virus infection and follow

NÙkhlx<+ jkT; Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l }kjk ^^vkWuykbu ;wFk esEcjf”ki^^ flLVe ij dk;ZØe iafMr gjh'kadj f'k{kk egkfo|ky; lj[kks ftyk tkatxhj pkaik esa fnuk¡d 23 tqykbZ] 2021 dks vk;ksftr fd;k x;k] ftlesa 80 LdkmVj ,oa xkbMj us Hkkx fy;kA bl volj ij Jh fnyhi iVsy] jkT; eq[;ky; jk;iqj ,oa Jh fersu xuohj }kjk çfrHkkfx;ksa dks çf'k{k.k fn;k x;kA

1st Virtual State Level Specialized Course on First Aid was organized by Eastern Railway Bharat Scouts and Guides from 21st to 25th July, 2021 under the leadership of Mr Subhabrata Das, ALT(S). Sessions on First Aid, Fractures, Wounds, CPR, etc were demonstrated by trained professionals. 60 Unit Leaders participated. The participants were exposed to learn various skills and to implement the guidelines of the government. them in our day to day lives.

On 9th August 2021, Rovers and Rangers unit of The 1st Group Level Virtual Workshop on First Aid

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Government College, Mandi District, Mandimade people aware about corona epidemic in Mandi city.

Along with this, Rovers and Rangers with the help of police administration were also informed about the rules of road safety. Drivers were asked not to use intoxicants. They appealed for use of helmets by two wheelers.

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occasion, District Secretary Smt. Veena Sharma (ALT) said that the child who will take care of the plant for one year will be suitably appreciated.

Karnataka Shri P.G.R. Sindhia, Secretary General of PresidentIn-Council, BSG India and State Chief Commissioner of the Bharat Scouts and Guides, Karnataka called on the Hon’ble Governor of Karnatka, His Excellency Shri Thawar Chand Gehlot on 28th July, 2021to greet and brief him on the activities and services rendered by the Young People, Unit Leaders and Adult Leaders of the movement during the difficult time of COVID Pandemic Wave1 and Wave 2. He also briefed the activities and programmes of the Bharat Scouts and Guides.

J&K Bharat Scouts and Guides Udhampur, organized cleanliness drive to Clean “Devika River”on 11th July, 2021 under the Leadership of District Development Commissioner, and President, J&K Bharat Scouts and Guides Udhampur involving various organizations of Udhampur. It will be an ongoing Cleanliness Drive under taken by the District Administration with J&K Bharat Scouts and Guides unit Udhampur.

Meghalaya The Three day Virtual District Level Executive Meet J&K State Bharat Scouts and Guides, district cum Project Coordinators Workshop was organised Udhampur organized a plantation drive of medici- by the Meghalaya Bharat Scouts and Guides from nal herbs in various public places including public 26th to 28th July 2021 via Zoom Platform. There parks and religious institutions. were 60 attendees who participated in the Meet from all the 11 districts. The Leader of the Course On this occasion, Vice President, J&K BS&G, was Shri Aidor Ryngksai, STC (S) assisted by Shri.

Udhampur Shri Ashok Kumar said that plants are our best friends along with giving us life and air, they can protect us from many types of diseases occurring in our body. He further stated that the sages of ancient times and till some time ago our mothers and sisters used these medicinal herbs.

The modern generation has no idea about their importance. Due to this, it is the effort of Bharat Scouts and Guides that not only herbal plants should be distributed in every nook and corner of Benhur Myrthong, SOC (S) and other staff of the the district, but people should also be informed State Headquarters. about the proper use of these herbs. On this

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The Online State Level Youth Colloquium was conducted by the Meghalaya Bharat Scouts Guides for the Rovers/Rangers of the State on 27th July 2021 with 30 members. The programme started with prayer followed by welcome address and introduction by Shri Benhur Myrthong SOC (S). Shri Analendra Sarma, Assistant Director, NER was the Chief Guest. The Guest of Honour Shri W. Lyngdoh, Joint State Secretary blessed the participants.A brainstorming session was taken-up by Shimtilang Kharbuli, Ranger from Meghalaya Open Ranger Team. During the programme the Rovers/Rangers were asked to choose the representatives for the Recommendation team and also various topics were discussed for the upcoming Regional Youth Colloquium. Ms. C. Nongkseh SOC (G) proposed vote of thanks and the programme ended with National Anthem.

Masters was organized virtually from 18th to 25.th June 2021. 27 Guide Captains and 50 Scout Masters from different districts have joined this training course. Dr. Kali Prasad Mishra, National Vice President & State Chief Commissioner Odisha State inaugurated the courses.

Swachh Bharat Abhiyan was organized by Odisha State Bharat Scouts & Guides in the Month of July at Rural areas, Road, Public Places etc.1279 including Scouts, Guides with adult leaders from different districts of the state participated. All the participants have attended cleaning work, watered the plants and also planted trees at each corner of the district.

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Under the aegis of Rajasthan State Bharat Scouts and Guides, a vaccination camp was organized by e/; çns’k Malviya Nagar Local Association of Jaipur on LdkmV ekLVj ,oa xkbM dSIVu gsrq lkr fnolh; Vªsfuax August 10, 2021 at State Training Center, Jagatpura, f'kfoj vk;ksftr fd;k x;k ftlesa 34 LdkmV ekLVj ,oa 22 Jaipur. 500 people were vaccinated in the camp.

xkbM dSIVu us çf”k{k.k çkIr fd;kA bl volj ij Ldwy esa nyksa dk lapkyu] çkFkfed lgk;rk] dSfEiax] gkbfdax] fu;e] çfrKk] >aMk xhr] /ot laLdkj ,oa LdkmV xkbM Nk= Nk=kvksa dks lqukxfjd cukus ds fy, yhMjf”ki dh Vªsfuax nh xbZA Jh /khjt lksuh] ftyk laxBu vk;qDr ¼LdkmV½ us f”kfoj dk lapkyu fd;kA

mRrj e/; jsyos fnukd 25 tqykbZ 2021 dks >klh ftyk }kjk vkWu ykbu ehfVax dk vk;kstu fd;k x;k ftlesa xzqi yhMj LdkmV ,oa xkbM us fMfLVªd vkQhfl;y ds lkFk vkWu ykbu lnL; State Chief Commissioner of Rajasthan, Shri J.C. iathdj.k ds lEcU/k esa ppkZ dh vkSj lnL;ksa us tYn ls tYn Mohanty in his remarks, appreciated the good iwjk djus dk vk'oklu fn;kA efforts of the scout guide organization and the Odisha Basic Training Courses for Guide Captains and Scout

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is vaccination and it is our duty and responsibility to reach it to maximum people.

Under the aegis of Rajasthan State Bharat Scouts and Guides, State Headquarters, Jaipur, on August 11, 2021, Rover Ranger Leader seminar was organized through webinar at the divisional level in the chief hospitality of Shri J.C. Mohanty. About 100participants were present in each divisional Commissioner/BSG/SWR, Shri Alok Kumar level and discussed in the context of social services PCPO/SWR & President BSG/SW and other officials and development schemes. and office bearers of the state attended the seminar.

Mr. J.C. Mohanty, while attending the webinar of Jaipur and Udaipur, highlighted the scout guide On this occasion the state also organized a seminar activities and Rover Ranger activities taking place in on Women Empowerment on 08.08.2021 at the Rajasthan and called for active involvement of the State Headquarters. A group discussion was college principals and Vice Chancellors of organized under the guidance of State Universities to start Rovering-Rangering in each Commissioner of Guides Smt. Jamuna Kanaraiah, college.

ACHD/Central Hospital. 50 Scouts and Guides participated in this seminar where the SOC Scouts In the webinar, Vice Chancellors of Universities, and SOC Guides gave presentation on the values Principals of government and private colleges and and Guiding Principles of the Freedom Movement.

Rover and Ranger leaders participated and pro- Bangalore District conducted bike rally from 25th vided information about how to start units in all to 28th July, 2021 covering the villages from colleges and progressive training colleges of the Hosahalli, Nanjanaguddda, Sindhuvallipurra, state.

Bendagalli, JRS puram, Kanakapura, Horahalli, Kallahalli, Mosahalli, Malavalli to Gundlupet and South Western Railway distributed 1500 masks to the villagers. Rovers of As a part of Azadi Ka Amrit Utsav, South Western Kanteerava Scout Group under the guidance of Shri Railway Bharat Scouts & Guides organized a Arpudha Raj ALT/ Scouts, Group Leader accompaseminar and Quiz Competition for the members of nied by Senior Rovers and Scout appointees SWR Bharat Scouts & Guides on Quit India participated.

Movement on 07.08.2021 at the State Headquarters. 50 Scouts and Guides participated in Mysore District Rovers and Rangers prepared the seminar, where the SOC Scouts and SOC Guides Siddha Health drink (Kabasura Kudineerkashayam) gave presentation on the values and Guiding which boosts the lungs, in improving respiratory Principles of the Indian Independence Movement. system and treating infections like cough, cold, Shri Ravi Kumar, PCME/SWR & State Chief

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fever and chest congestion etc, It was distributed to about officers and the staff of Mysore Divisional Office.

Tamilnadu Our State Organising Commissioner(S) Mr. K. Kamalakannan LT(S) addressed the gathering.

There was an open talk where the participants of the meeting were asked to share their experience Guides, 7 Rovers, 14 Rangers, 23 Scouters and 23 and connection with their scarfs.

Guiders participated.

Maharishi District conducted 5th Online Tritiya Sopan Camp at Zone 3 Virtual Zoom from 26th to 28th July, 2021 in which 48 Scouts, 45 Guides and 10 unit leaders participated. Mrs. Shanmuga Nachiyar., LT (G) State Organizing Commissioner (G), The Bharat Scouts & Guides Tamilnadu was the chief guest for Inaugural function. Principal Mvm, Coimbatore was the Chief Guest for the Valedictory Function. Mr. R. Veerappan, HWB (S) was the leader of the camp for Scout wing and Ms. Sivaranjani, Adv (G) was the leader of the camp for Guide wing.

Independence Day competitions were organised for Bunnies, Cubs, Bulbuls, Scouts, Guides, Rovers, Rangers and Unit Leaders at Maharishi District, Tamilnadu State Bharat Scouts and Guides between 29th July and 2nd August, 2021 in which 64 Bunnies, 44 Cubs, 48 Bulbuls, 37 Scouts, 42

The meeting was organized to meet all the District Youth Committee members of various districts with State Youth Committee members and state officials.

The meeting started with prayer. This day, August 1st was also a remembrance of world scarf day and we all were happy to share our wishes.

Telangana State Headquarters conducted virtual meeting for all the district officials of the state with regard to completion of OYMS which was led by Shri G. Parameshwar, SOC(S) to all the district officials of Telangana on 02nd, 4th and 07th July, 2021.

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CORRIGENDUM Due to an oversight, the photo of Rajasthan State was printed in the news of North Eastern Railway State at page no. 27 in the Bharat Scouts and Guides Monthly Magazine for the month of July, 2021.

The error is regretted.

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Date of Publication: 25/08/2021 Total Pages : 36

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