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From Red-Light Area to a Learning Space: Delhi Police and Tinka Tinka Foundation’s Ongoing Journey at GB Road: 19 October, 2026

Stories of change in the All Women's Police Chowki, Shradhanand Marg

Guidance: Shri Rohit Rajbir Singh, DCP, Central District, Delhi Police

Mentor: Ms. Kiran Sethi, Sub Inspector

Concept & Ideation: Professor Vartika Nanda, Founder, Tinka Tinka Foundation

Children as Storytellers of Change

At their usual learning hour, 6 children visited the All Women's Police Chowki at GB Road to share their writings and creative work with the police team and volunteers. Among them was 12-year-old Tabiha, a Class 9 student studying in a nearby school. Confident and eager, she presented her writing, reflecting both her talent and her determination to build a brighter future through education.



Reimagining the Police Chowki as an Education Hub

In an extraordinary  initiative, Delhi Police and Tinka Tinka Foundation (TTF) are working together to transform the police chowki into a vibrant educational space. The vision is simple yet powerful: to create a safe learning environment where children can read, write, express themselves, and dream beyond the limitations of their surroundings.


The Role of a Caring Mentor

More than 30 children regularly visit the chowki to meet Sub-Inspector Kiran Sethi, whose continuous encouragement has made a lasting impact on young lives. For many children, her presence represents trust, motivation, and a belief that education can become a pathway to opportunity and self-respect.

Breaking Cycles Through Learning

GB Road, officially known as Swami Shradhanand Marg, is widely associated with the red-light district. In such a setting, quality education becomes not just important but essential. It offers children the possibility of breaking intergenerational cycles of exclusion and vulnerability, while opening doors to new opportunities and aspirations.

A Library Takes Shape

A dedicated library is currently being developed in the chowki. The initiative aims to provide children with regular access to books, reading materials, and creative resources. More than a collection of books, the library is envisioned as a space where curiosity, imagination, and learning can flourish.

A former inmate painting the library

Tinka Tinka Foundation  (TTF) has identified and selected a former jail inmate to paint  the library, details of which will be shared at an appropriate time. 

Making Learning Systematic and Meaningful

The larger goal is to make education more structured, engaging, and meaningful for children growing up in the area. Through reading sessions, creative writing, discussions, and mentorship, the initiative seeks to nurture confidence, communication skills, and a lifelong love for learning.

GB Road in the National Spotlight

The realities and complexities of life in GB Road have increasingly drawn national attention. In a documentary feature by BRUT India, journalist Professor (Dr. ) Vartika Nanda entered the narrow lanes of GB Road to document the lived experiences of women and families residing there. The report highlighted stories of resilience, survival, and the social challenges faced by those living behind closed doors, bringing wider public attention to a community often seen but rarely understood. The documentary also underscored the importance of interventions focused on dignity, education, and social inclusion for the next generation.  Link: Real Stories of Betrayal and Survival | Inside Delhi’s GB Road 

A Small Space, A Powerful Change

What was once seen only as a police outpost is gradually evolving into a centre of learning and hope. Through the collective efforts of Delhi Police, TTF, and the children themselves, the All Women's Police Chowki at GB Road is demonstrating how education can become a powerful force for transformation, one child and one story at a time.



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VN Channel: The year was around 1998 when Vartika Nanda visited GB Road fir the first time along with a woman police officer. Come 2025, watch the culmination of experiences take a new shape, with BRUT INDIA covering the reporting of Vartika Nanda. She was accompanied by Kiran Sethi, Sub Inspector in Delhi Police. 

Date of Telecast of the documentary: 22 December, 2025



26 December, 2025:

Oct 8, 2026

क्यों है यह जेल सुर्खियों में। जेलर दिव्या चौधरी । अजमेर की जेल। Jail Story। Ajmer: Rajasthan

 

8 October, 2026: NDTV Rajasthan: Jail Story: 12 जुलाई को जेलर दिव्या चौधरी 2 महिला बंदियों को बिना अनुमति बाहर ले गई...जिन कैदियों को बाहर ले जाया गया उनमे एक थी आजीवन सजायाफ्ता किरण उर्फ सेठा और दूसरी विचाराधीन सना.... आरोप है कि अपने ARG सिटी वाले निजी फ्लैट पर ले जाकर सफाई करवाई। CCTV से खुलासा। 5 अगस्त को FIR, अब 6 अक्टूबर को कोटा के फ्लैट से पकड़ी गई। अब उसी जेल में बंदी बनी है जिसकी वो जेलर थी. 

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Tinka Tinka Foundation YouTube Channel: 


Oct 7, 2026

Dr. Ambedkar Centre, Hindustani Bhasha Academy & Tinka Tinka Foundation: Media mein Hindi: 7 October, 2026

डॉ. अंबेडकर अंतरराष्ट्रीय केंद्र, हिंदुस्तानी भाषा अकादमी एवं तिनका तिनका फाउंडेशन के संयुक्त तत्वावधान में  07 अक्टूबर, 2026 को - मीडिया में हिंदी- विषय पर संगोष्ठी का आयोजन किया गया। इसमें शिक्षकों और छात्रों ने शोध पत्र  और वीडियो प्रस्तुति भी की. 

तिथि: 7 अक्टूबर, 2026 

स्थान: कॉन्फ्रेंस हॉल-2, डॉ. अम्बेडकर अंतरराष्ट्रीय केंद्र, 15, जनपथ, नई दिल्ली

वक्ता: 

कर्नल आकाश पाटील,  निदेशक, डॉ. अंबेडकर अंतरराष्ट्रीय केंद्र

श्री सुधाकर पाठक, अध्यक्ष, हिंदुस्तानी भाषा अकादमी

प्रो. (डॉ.) वर्तिका नंदा, मीडिया शिक्षिका एवं जेल सुधारक

डॉ. अभिषेक कुमार, सहायक प्रोफेसर, लक्ष्मीबाई कॉलेज, दिल्ली विश्वविद्यालय

डॉ. अनिकेत जायसवाल, सहायक प्रोफेसर, मिरांडा हाउस, दिल्ली विश्वविद्यालय














शोध पत्र प्रस्तुति हेतु उपविषय:
• कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता के दौर में हिंदी
• न्यूज़ रूम की भाषा और उसका प्रभाव
• नए जमाने की हिंदी, पुराने जमाने की हिंदी
• प्रिंट मीडिया की हिंदी : आज और कल
• टेलीविजन न्यूज़ की हिंदी – कितनी शुद्ध कितनी विशुद्ध

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Sep 30, 2026

Tinka Jail Radio। Ep 112। Creating rainbows in jails। 30 September Podcasting Day। Conception

Welcome to the 112th episode of Tinka Tinka Jail Radio, the only podcast series in India dedicated entirely to voices from the prisons. Conceptualised, scripted and voiced by Professor (Dr.) Vartika Nanda, founder of Tinka Tinka Foundation, these podcasts have been highlighting the original voices of inmates from different prisons of the country since 2020, without any financial support.  This podcast series was conceptualised on 30th September, 2020, which is the International Podcasting Day and also the birthday of Vartika Nanda's father.  

Sep 26, 2026

Santosh Anand in conversation with Vartika Nanda: 2023

Year: 2023: Today, I came across an interview with the legendary lyricist Santosh Anand, whose words have touched generations of listeners. His poetry gave Hindi cinema some of its most memorable songs in films such as Prem Rog, Kranti, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, Pyaasa Sawan, and Shor.


From "Ek Pyar Ka Naghma Hai" to "Mohabbat Hai Kya Cheez", "Main Na Bhoolunga" and "Zindagi Ki Na Toote Ladi", his lyrics continue to resonate with rare emotional depth and simplicity. Rooted in human experience, love, longing, hope, and resilience, Santosh Anand's writing transcends generations.

Listening to him speak is a reminder that great lyricists do not merely write songs; they give language to our deepest emotions. Sharing this interview as a mark of respect to a poet whose words have become a part of our collective memory. 

Link: Santosh Anand । Popular lyricist: In conversation with Vartika Nanda। संतोष आनंद। वर्तिका नन्दा



Sep 25, 2026

2026: Tinka Tinka Foundation: The Journey

Tinka Tinka Jail: ज से जेल: वर्तिका नन्दा का उपन्यास

अगस्त, 1993. हरियाणा के शहर अंबाला से नई दिल्ली के लिए शताब्दी ट्रेन चल पड़ी है। स्टेशन धीरे-धीरे पीछे छूटता जा रहा है। चलती हुई ट्रेन की खिड़की से रेलवे का हमारा बड़ा सरकारी बंगला भी दिखा है। रेलवे का वह बंगला जहां हम अब तक रह रहे थे। अब यह बंगला यादों में रहेगा। जिंदगी बदलने जा रही है। जो पीछे छूटा, उसमें कहानी-लेखन भी छूटा। चलती ट्रेन में खुद को जैसे वादा किया था कि अगले दो दशक तक विशुद्ध तौर पर पत्रकारिता करनी है। उसके बाद लिखूंगी उपन्यास।

मीडिया में हिंदी: Collaboration Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Hindi Bhasha Academy & Tinka Tinka Foundation: 7 October, 2026

डॉ. अंबेडकर अंतरराष्ट्रीय केंद्र, हिंदुस्तानी भाषा अकादमी एवं तिनका तिनका फाउंडेशन के संयुक्त तत्वावधान में

🗓️ 07 अक्टूबर 2026

🕑 दोपहर 02:00 बजे

📍 कॉन्फ्रेंस हॉल-2, डॉ. अम्बेडकर अंतरराष्ट्रीय केंद्र, 15, जनपथ, नई दिल्ली

✍️ शोध पत्र प्रस्तुति हेतु उपविषय:

•⁠  ⁠कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता के दौर में हिंदी

•⁠  ⁠न्यूज़ रूम की भाषा और उसका प्रभाव

•⁠  ⁠नए जमाने की हिंदी, पुराने जमाने की हिंदी

•⁠  ⁠प्रिंट मीडिया की हिंदी : आज और कल

•⁠  ⁠टेलीविजन न्यूज़ की हिंदी – कितनी शुद्ध कितनी विशुद्ध

🎥 वीडियो के माध्यम से भी सहभागिता कर सकते हैं, उपयुक्त विषय या संबंधित विषय पर 2 मिनट की अवधि में वीडियो के माध्यम से अपने विचार हम तक पहुंचा सकते है। सभी सहभागियों को प्रमाण पत्र प्रदान किए जाएंगे और चयनित 3 वीडियो को सम्मानित भी किया जाएगा।

 पंजीकरण 👇

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMikindAUUKriFUGKbDIYafeozLWiY5LLMru0DuZbtq_tmGg/viewform?usp=dialog

☎️ संपर्क सूत्र:

 99539 79433 (विनोद पाराशर) 

 9368004268 ( ध्रुव शिवहरे




*सूचना*

समस्त संबंधित प्रतिभागियों को सूचित किया जाता है कि 

1. शोध पत्र अथवा वीडियो के माध्यम से संगोष्ठी में सहभागिता करने वाले सभी प्रतिभागियों को अपना शोध पत्र दिनांक 6 अक्टूबर तक निम्नलिखित ई-मेल आईडी पर भेजना होगा या संगोष्ठी के दिन हार्डकॉपी के रूप में लाना होगा। 

 **hindustanibhashaakadami@gmail.com*

2. शोध पत्र सभी प्रतिभागियों के लिए अनिवार्य है।

3. वीडियो के माध्यम से सहभागिता का विकल्प विशेष रूप से उन प्रतिभागियों को प्राथमिकता देने हेतु रखा गया है, जो किसी कारणवश संगोष्ठी में प्रत्यक्ष रूप से (व्यक्तिगत उपस्थिति के साथ) सम्मिलित होने में असमर्थ हैं।

Sep 24, 2026

Tinka Tinka Dasna, Nithari Case and Surinder Koli

जेल से रिहाई पाने का मतलब पूरी आजादी पा लेना नहीं होता. कई बार जेल पूरी जिंदगी पीछा नहीं छोड़ती. 2015 से जिस सुरिंदर कोली को मैं अक्सर जिला जेल, गाजियाबाद (डासना) में मिलती थी, वो एक दूसरा कोली था जो 2023 में अपनी रिहाई आते-आते फिर से बदल चुका था. 

उसका जिक्र दो जगह विस्तार से है- एक, तिनका तिनका डासना (2016, तिनका तिनका फाउंडेशन) और दूसरी, ज से जेल (2026- प्रभात प्रकाशन) 


Link:


Website: https://tinkatinka.org/tinka-tinka-dasna/

13 years of Tinka Tinka Tihar। जेल। Vartika Nanda। Vimla Mehra। तिहाड़

 Thirteen Years of Tinka Tinka Tihar: A Journey of Hope, Creativity and Prison Reform

As Tinka Tinka Tihar completes thirteen years, it stands as one of India's most remarkable prison reform initiatives, transforming the voices of incarcerated individuals into a powerful movement of literature, music, art and social change. What began in 2013 inside the walls of Tihar Jail has evolved into a nationally and internationally recognized symbol of creative rehabilitation.

The journey began with the publication of the book Tinka Tinka Tihar, co-edited by Dr. Vartika Nanda and Vimla Mehra, then Director General, Delhi Prisons. The book brought together poems written by women inmates of Jail No. 6, offering a rare and authentic glimpse into prison life through the eyes of those living it. Released on 24 September 2013 at the Asian and Pacific Conference of Correctional Administrators (APCCA) in New Delhi, the book created a new space for incarcerated women to express their emotions, aspirations and reflections.

Sep 18, 2026

Nominations for Tinka Tinka India Awards and Tinka Tinka Bandini Awards: Year 2026:12th Year

18th September, 2026: Letter No. 2026/15

Dear Sir,

Sub: Requesting nominations for Tinka Tinka India Awards and Tinka Tinka Bandini Awards: Year 2026:  12th Year

The time has come to invite entries for Tinka Tinka India Awards and Tinka Tinka Bandini Awards for the year 2026. The theme for the national awards this year is EDUCATION IN JAIL ( जेल में शिक्षा). This is to request you to kindly circulate this announent in your department/ prisons for maximum participation.

Sep 17, 2026

IIMC, New Delhi: 17 September, 2026

आज भारतीय जन संचार संस्थान, नई दिल्ली द्वारा आयोजित राष्ट्रीय संगोष्ठी “हिन्दी पत्रकारिता के 200 वर्ष: विरासत से नवाचार तक” के अंतर्गत आयोजित सत्र - भाषा, शैली और रिपोर्टिंग के ऐतिहासिक परिवर्तन- की अध्यक्षता करने का सुंदर अवसर मिला. 1993 से लाकर अब तक इस संस्थान से जुड़ी अनगिनत यादें ताजा हो गईं. 2003 से 2006 तक बतौर एसोसिएट प्रोफेसर और यहीं से प्रकाशित पुस्तक- टेलीविजन और अफराध पत्रकारिता- को भारतेंदु हरिश्चंद्र पुरस्कार मिला था. आज के आयोजन के लिए संस्थान की कुलपति डॉा. प्रज्ञा पीलावाल गौड़, डॉ. रचना शर्मा और डॉ. मीता उज्जैन का विशेष आभार. 




NHRC, MHA AND MEA: Global Summit: Tinka Tinka Foundation represented Indian Prisons: 17 September, 2026

Prof. (Dr.) Vartika Nanda, Indian Prison Reformer, Media Educator and Founder, Tinka Tinka Foundation, delivered a session on “Life Behind Bars: A Human Rights Perspective” on Day-4 of the ITEC Capacity-Building Programme for National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs). This 6-day program was organised in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. 



In her session, Prof. Nanda highlighted the significant role of art, music, literature and other creative avenues in the rehabilitation and reformation of prisoners. She elaborated on the initiatives undertaken by the Tinka Tinka Foundation to promote constructive engagement among jail inmates, including the introduction to Tinka Tinka Prison radio and art-based programmes in various district jails across different states in India.


Drawing upon experiences from Agra Jail, Panipat Jail and Dehradun Jail, she presented examples of the prison-reform model and shared stories illustrating the transformative impact of creative engagement, especially ‘Prison Radio’ and its impact on the lives of inmates. She explained that the introduction of prison radio has contributed to improved communication skills, emotional well-being, meaningful engagement, mental health and a greater sense of cheer and enthusiasm among prisoners. Such initiatives also provided inmates with constructive means of expressing themselves which helped them channel their thoughts positively, reduced their aggression and gave them a renewed sense of direction and purpose.


Prof. Nanda further shared inspiring stories of individual transformation, including the publication of women prisoner’s literary work- “Tinka Tinka Tihar – 2013,” re-released by Director General, Delhi Prisons in 2023. Radio in Prison by National Book Trust and J se Jail by Prabhat Prakashan were also mentioned. 


Prof. Nanda emphasised the need for greater access to creative outlets, supportive public policies and sustained administrative engagement to strengthen prison reforms and rehabilitation through art and music. This prestigious International Summit is organised by NHRC, Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India and is attended by participants from over 50 countries. Dr. Nanda represented Indian Prisons at this International forum.  




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Report: Prof. Dr. Vartika Nanda, Indian Prison Reformer, Media Educator and Founder, Tinka Tinka Foundation, delivered a session on “Life Behind Bars: A Human Rights Perspective” on Day-4 of the ITEC Capacity-Building Programme for National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs).

In her session, Prof. Nanda highlighted the significant role of art, music, literature and other creative avenues in the rehabilitation and reformation of prisoners. She elaborated on the initiatives undertaken by the Tinka Tinka Foundation to promote constructive engagement among jail inmates, including the introduction to Tinka Tinka Prison radio and art-based programmes in various district jails across different states in India.

Drawing upon experiences from Agra Jail, Panipat Jail and Dehradun Jail, she presented examples of the prison-reform model and shared stories illustrating the transformative impact of creative engagement, especially ‘Prison Radio’ and its impact on the lives of inmates. She explained that the introduction of prison radio has contributed to improved communication skills, emotional well-being, meaningful engagement, mental health and a greater sense of cheer and enthusiasm among prisoners. Such initiatives also provided inmates with constructive means of expressing themselves which helped them channel their thoughts positively, reduced their aggression and gave them a renewed sense of direction and purpose.

Prof. Nanda further shared inspiring stories of individual transformation, including the publication of women prisoner’s literary work- “Tinka Tinka Tihar – 2013,” re-released by Director General, Delhi Prisons in 2023. Radio in Prison by National Book Trust and J se Jail by Prabhat Prakashan were also mentioned. 

Prof. Nanda emphasised the need for greater access to creative outlets, supportive public policies and sustained administrative engagement to strengthen prison reforms and rehabilitation through art and music. This prestigious International Summit is organised by NHRC, Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India and is attended by participants from over 50 countries. Dr. Nanda represented Indian Prisons at this International forum.




Special Gratitude: 
Justice V. Ramasubramanian, Chairperson
Shri Samir Kumar, Joint Secretary

Sep 16, 2026

Blog as a learning platform: Batch 2028: Department of Journalism, LSR

 Blog as a learning platform: Batch 2028: Department of Journalism, LSR

Aarya Raina(24/060):Writing blogs has been a deeply enriching academic experience, pushing me to research and express my thoughts like never before. It’s not just about putting words on a page; it has become a process of discovery, allowing me to develop a more thoughtful and structured approach to expressing my ideas. I now feel as if my writing serves a bigger purpose, contributing to a broader conversation and making an impact beyond the classroom. This journey has boosted my confidence and sparked an excitement for future writing ventures, where I can continue to challenge myself and grow.

Sep 15, 2026

My journey with Doordarshan since 80's

For me, the first memory of DD comes from the 80's when as a child artist, I used to visit Jalandhar Doordarshan frequently. Those were the days of tension and fear because Punjab was going through a turbulent phase of terrorism. We witnessed curfews, killings and complete disruption. Despite this, there was Doordarshan, our lifeline. My first entry to DD changed my life forever. From being the youngest anchor on television in Asia at that time, DD opened a vast platform of learning for me. Little did I know at that time that my weekly program would lead me to the world of broadcasting and design the path of my life. Today, as a Professor of Journalism, I bow in gratitude to Doordarshan, the world's largest public service broadcaster, for shaping my journey and inspiring generations of storytellers. My book, Radio in Prison, has some specific mention about this. 

Sep 14, 2026

हिंदी दिवस पर कला के माध्यम से भाषा का उत्सव: Government Observation Home, Udham Singh Nagar: DLSA

 प्रेस विज्ञप्ति: हिंदी दिवस पर कला के माध्यम से भाषा का उत्सव
राजकीय सम्प्रेक्षण गृह, ऊधम सिंह नगर में चित्रकला प्रतियोगिता का आयोजन
डीएलएसए, राजकीय सम्प्रेक्षण गृह और तिनका तिनका फाउंडेशन की संयुक्त पहल

ऊधम सिंह नगर, उत्तराखंड। हिंदी दिवस के अवसर पर तिनका तिनका फाउंडेशन, राजकीय सम्प्रेक्षण गृह, ऊधम सिंह नगर तथा जिला विधिक सेवा प्राधिकरण (डीएलएसए), ऊधम सिंह नगर के संयुक्त तत्वावधान में सम्प्रेक्षण गृह में रह रहे बच्चों के लिए चित्रकला प्रतियोगिता का आयोजन किया गया।
‘मेरी भाषा’ विषय ने बच्चों को दी अभिव्यक्ति की प्रेरणा
यह प्रतियोगिता हिंदी सप्ताह (14 से 28 सितंबर) के अंतर्गत ‘मेरी भाषा’ विषय पर आयोजित की गई। बच्चों ने भाषा, संस्कृति और अपनी पहचान से जुड़े विचारों को रंग-बिरंगी चित्रकृतियों के माध्यम से व्यक्त किया। उनकी रचनाओं में सृजनात्मकता, संवेदनशीलता और कल्पनाशीलता की झलक स्पष्ट दिखाई दी।
सम्प्रेक्षण गृह का परिचय
वर्ष 2005 में स्थापित इस सम्प्रेक्षण गृह की क्षमता 50 बच्चों की है। आयोजन के समय यहाँ 12 बच्चे निवासरत थे, जिनमें सबसे कम आयु के 9 वर्षीय बालक मंजिल भी शामिल थे।
सीखने और अभिव्यक्ति का सशक्त मंच
प्रतियोगिता में बच्चों ने उत्साहपूर्वक भाग लिया। कई प्रतिभागियों ने अपनी उत्कृष्ट कलात्मक प्रतिभा का परिचय दिया तथा भविष्य में भी इस प्रकार की रचनात्मक गतिविधियों में भाग लेने की इच्छा व्यक्त की।
रचनात्मक गतिविधियाँ बच्चों के विकास में सहायक
सुश्री ममता पंत, सचिव, जिला विधिक सेवा प्राधिकरण, ऊधम सिंह नगर ने कहा कि सम्प्रेक्षण गृह में रह रहे बच्चे नई-नई चीजें सीखने के प्रति उत्सुक रहते हैं और इस प्रकार की रचनात्मक एवं सकारात्मक गतिविधियाँ उनके सर्वांगीण विकास में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाती हैं।

निरंतर सहभागिता और कौशल विकास की आवश्यकता
श्री राजेंद्र प्रसाद पांडेय, सहायक अधीक्षक, ने बच्चों के उत्साह की सराहना करते हुए कहा कि उनके आत्मविश्वास, सीखने की क्षमता और मानसिक स्वास्थ्य को बेहतर बनाने के लिए नियमित रूप से शैक्षिक, रचनात्मक और कौशल विकास संबंधी गतिविधियों का आयोजन आवश्यक है।
पुनर्वास के प्रति तिनका तिनका फाउंडेशन फाउंडेशन की प्रतिबद्धता
प्रोफेसर वर्तिका नंदा, संस्थापक, तिनका तिनका फाउंडेशनफाउंडेशन ने बच्चों के पुनर्वास, आत्म-अभिव्यक्ति और रचनात्मक विकास को प्रोत्साहित करने के लिए भविष्य में भी ऐसी गतिविधियों के आयोजन की प्रतिबद्धता दोहराई।
कला, भाषा और उम्मीद का संगम
यह आयोजन इस बात का सशक्त उदाहरण रहा कि कला और भाषा बच्चों के सशक्तिकरण के प्रभावी माध्यम बन सकते हैं। इस प्रतियोगिता ने बच्चों को अपनी भावनाओं एवं विचारों को व्यक्त करने, अपनी प्रतिभा को पहचानने तथा भविष्य के प्रति आत्मविश्वास विकसित करने का अवसर प्रदान किया।

PRESS RELEASE: 14 September: Hindi Diwas Celebrated Through Art at Government Observation Home, Udham Singh Nagar
DLSA, Udham Singh Nagar Observation Home and Tinka Tinka Foundation,Promote Creativity and Language Among Young Inmates
Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand: On the occasion of Hindi Diwas, Tinka Tinka Foundation, in collaboration with the Government Observation Home, Udham Singh Nagar, and the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Udham Singh Nagar, organized a painting competition for children residing in the observation home.
'Meri Bhasha' Inspires Young Minds
The competition was held under the theme "Meri Bhasha" (My Language) as part of the Hindi Week celebrations from 14 to 28 September. The young participants expressed their thoughts and creativity through colorful artworks celebrating language, culture, and identity.
Established in 2005, the observation home has a capacity of 50 inmates. At the time of the event, 12 children were residing there, including the youngest inmate, 9-year-old Manzil (name changed)
A Platform for Learning and Expression
The children participated enthusiastically, with several displaying remarkable artistic talent and expressing a desire for more such creative opportunities.
Ms. Mamta Pant, Secretary, DLSA Udham Singh Nagar, said that children in observation homes are eager to learn new skills and benefit greatly from such constructive engagements.
Importance of Continuous Engagement
Shri Rajendra Prasad Pandey, Assistant Superintendent, appreciated the enthusiasm shown by the children and emphasized the need for regular educational, creative, and skill-development activities to support their learning, confidence, and mental well-being.
Commitment Towards Rehabilitation
Professor Vartika Nanda, Founder, Tinka Tinka Foundation, reaffirmed the Foundation's commitment to organizing more such initiatives that encourage creativity, self-expression, and rehabilitation among children in institutional care.
Art, Language and Hope
The event highlighted the power of art and language as tools of empowerment, giving young inmates an opportunity to express themselves, discover their talents, and build confidence for the future.

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Gratitude: Mamta Pant, Secretary D.L.S.A, Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand Rajendra Prasad Pandey, Assistant Superintendent, Government Observation Home, Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand Vyoma Jain, District Probation Officer Pragya Shrivtastav, Counsellor



Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAXdaztSZok