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May 22, 2001, Chandigarh, India
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It is play time for city children Chandigarh, May 21 “The hippopotamus is not an animal that would strike the imagination of an adult”, says Abhinav Chaturvedi, still popular in homes as, “Nanhe” of ‘Hum Log’. He is currently conducting a summer workshop of tiny tots at the Durga Das Foundation. Another workshop is being conducted by Roysten Abel, an established theatre personality, especially for his experiments with Shakespeare. The duo needs no introduction for the quality of their work in their respective fields. One common introduction for both the workshops is that there is no pre-worked plan or schedule”. The plan of action is to have a great time with children, where elements of communication and personality development are woven in sub-consciously. Abel says that unlike in the classroom children open up quickly in theatre. A big reason being they either like a thing or don’t. They are not compromising. This truth is a great morale booster. “I would like children to set their imagination free. It only needs a form and that is where a director can help possibly as a guide. In fact, I would like to be at best a catalyst, to allow them to see themselves in new light, which could be useful”, he said. Abel says children are here to have fun. “It was very interesting to have the interpretations of the monkeyman that these kids imagined. Each one had a completely new world to show. Everyone thinks differently, but having a platform at a young age makes them more confident when they grow up. Otherwise, the ideas stay inside you always”, he said. Abel is currently working on a play scheduled for presentation in London in August. He has been attached with the Royal Shakespeare Company London. Abhinav Chaturvedi had himself been in the theatre world since he was five. A former St Stephens’ student, Abhinav, as a young lad, had his bedroom walls covered with pictures of Lady Diana. Abhinav said tiny tots were difficult to manage. One had to discover ways to make things work. They have to be explained to have a sense of things like relations, environment, animals and sound. “Not an easy job, but get close to them and the message travels”, he muses. Nowadays, personality development at homes has taken a back seat. The father is busy at work and the mother is busy elsewhere. “I have kids at home, so I understand their mental make-up. I spend my weekdays with them and they are thrilled. Parents spending more time with their wards is of immense importance”, he said. It is important to spend quality time with children they assert. Tell a child a story before bed. The story unleashes a stream of dreams that are beautiful for thought.  |
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SUMMER WORKSHOPS Panchkula, May 21 Besides being a wonderful platform for students as they interacted with each other on a social level outside the confines of their classrooms, it was an altogether different ball game as they learned new techniques or brushed up what they already knew. The dance class attracting 45 students was a clear indicator that the average kid’s inclination was clearly towards traditional hobbies. As the class began, students began to fall in step with the teacher, who explained the basics of the dance form as an introductory lesson. “I have been a great fan of renowned dancers of our country and their graceful movements have inspired me to take it up as a hobby. Though we have dance classes at school, it is always good to improve upon whatever one already knows,’’ claims 10-year-old Vaishali Bhargava. Painting, in all its hues and with various media, was the second most preferred workshop. While the children coloured white sheets to make the sun shine and the water flow, there were others who tried their hands at pot painting, an art, which has of long been of great interest to students. There were students who wanted to make the most of the vacation by learning something new. For them, an instructor worked her way through nib painting and mural painting at the workshop. Preeti Bhatnagar, claims, “There is nothing other than homework to be done during the break. To engage me constructively, my parents enrolled me for the dancing and painting classes. It has its own charm, especially since you have no teacher breathing down your neck. Moreover, it is nice to have some fun instead of lazing around all day.” If all this was not enough, students had the option of learning the essentials of cooking, dabbling in preparation of mouth-watering dishes. Though response to this workshop was not much, the Principal, Ms V. Bhatnagar, was sure it would pick up in due course of time, as word spread. “We have tried to incorporate interests of all children in our workshops, which will continue for
at least a fortnight. Besides learning, these classes give lessons in sharing and caring with fellow students, a feeling which is sadly passing with each generation,” she states. |
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Exhibition Chandigarh, May 21 Attractive flash cards on different topics were put on display. A working model on traffic lights was the main attraction. A section of soft toys was also appreciated. These aids were used by students during their practical training in teaching. |
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500 take part in environment rally Chandigarh, May 21 Inter-school competitions will be held during the week. This is the second year in succession that the children will be made aware of the need for ecological balance through various competitions. The children carrying placards with slogans like “grow more trees”, “say no to polythene bags” and “keep environment pollution-free”. The rally was led by the Secretary of the club, Dr Surendra Singh. A paper reading contest will be held tomorrow. |
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New wardens for PU hostels Chandigarh, May 21 |
HIGH COURT Chandigarh, May 21 Seeking the quashing of the notification ordering the recount, petitioner Bhira of village Rajound had earlier stated that the Election Commissioner’s order was illegal and without jurisdiction. Giving details, he had stated that a notification for repoll was initially issued by the State Election Commissioner after the same was recommended by the District Election-cum-Returning officer. The decision was, however, reviewed by the Commissioner under political pressure and without giving him and the other candidates an opportunity of hearing, recounting of votes was ordered, the petitioner had added. Going into the background, he had stated that recommendation for repoll was made after booths were captured and bogus votes were cast in favour of INLD supported candidate Surat Singh. After hearing the arguments, Mr Justice Amar Bir Singh Gill and Mr Justice V.S. Aggarwal of the High Court observed: “The Election Commissioner does not enjoy the power to review his own earlier orders and he acted beyond his jurisdiction while cancelling the notification (fixing the date of repoll) and passing a fresh order of recount by way of another notification”. Ruling on Registrar Issuing notice of motion for May 29, Mr Justice R.S. Mongia and Mr Justice K.C. Gupta of the High Court on Monday ruled that Ms Gulshanbir Kaur “would be allowed to continue as the Registrar of Punjab Nurses Registration Council”. In her petition against the state of Punjab and two other respondents, Ms Gulshanbir Kaur had earlier sought the quashing of orders vide which her services were terminated without giving her an opportunity of hearing. A perusal of the termination order, she had added, revealed that it was passed on the ground that she had not taken a no objection certificate from the parent department while applying for the job. The same, she had claimed, was not required as it had not been specified in the advertisement for the post. After hearing counsel for the petitioner, the Judges observed that the operation of the impugned order would remain stayed. “Resultantly, the petitioner would be allowed to continue as the Registrar”. Notice issued to MLA On a petition filed by the President of the Nabha Municipal Council and nine others for directing the Sub Division Magistrate to hand over the funds granted by the Punjab Chief Minister during sanghat darshan, the High Court on Monday issued notice of motion to the state of Punjab, MLA Raja Narinder Singh and other respondents for May 28. Claiming to be Congress party members, Rajesh Kumar and other petitioners had earlier alleged that the SDM was directed by the ruiling party MLA to hand over the cheques, issued in favour of the MC’s Executive Engineer to the Panchayati Raj Department for executing works falling under the jurisdiction of MC Nabha. They had added that the action of the respondents in asking the department to undertake the development works falling within the jurisdiction of the MC was against the provisions of the Constitution of India, besides the Punjab Municipal Act. Going into the background, the petitioners had added that the cheques were handed over by the CM for completing the development works already approved by the MC. Order on court martial copy Taking up a petition filed by an Armyman, Mr Justice R.S. Mongia and Mr Justice K.C. Gupta of the High Court on Monday directed the Union of India and other respondents to supply a copy of the summary court martial proceedings to the petitioner “if there was no legal impediment”. The Judges also issued notice of motion for July 10. In his petition, Manjit Singh of 14 Sikh Regiment, had earlier sought directions to the respondents to supply the copy of the proceedings for enabling him to challenge the trial. Counsel for the petitioner had added that Manjit Singh had not been able to challenge the orders directing the reduction of his rank due to the non availability of the court martial proceedings. |
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Bhatnagar trial Chandigarh, May 21 Deposing before the court, Maj S. Nayamatullah, a 5 Para officer, said that no “specific” orders to attack Point 5203 were given to the accused by the Commander, 70 Infantry Brigade, Brig Devinder Singh. He stated that he was present at the briefing held by the brigade commander on June 15 and Major Bhatnagar was only told to build up for the attack. He said that no specific orders for attack were issued in his presence. The witness also stated that no fear or unwillingness was expressed by the accused when tasked for the build-up. He added that the accused had only brought up problems being faced by him and his troops. He also said that the visit of the GOC, 3 Division, Maj-Gen V. S. Budhwar, to Ganasok on June 16 had been scheduled earlier. During re-examination by the prosecution, Major Nayamatullah said that the Brigade Commander had agreed to give 24 to 48 hours’ rest to Major Bhatnagar’s troops, but the accused had asked for more time. The prosecution had earlier sought to examine eight witnesses, but later restricted itself to three. Meanwhile, in the other ongoing GCM of Maj V. K. Madhan, the defence submitted that its witnesses were not being made available even though it had informed the court well in advance.
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English play in
Tagore Theatre Chandigarh, May 21 The proceeds from the play will be used for the welfare of cancer patients. |
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Theatre workshop from May 28 Chandigarh, May 21 The Besten Foundation was a trendsetter last year by organising summer workshops in Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula. According to Mr Amrit Pal Singh, Director of the Besten Foundation, these workshops are not profit making activities as the facilities we provide hardly cover the costs but it is the satisfaction of playing a role in shaping the young minds for a better future by helping them discover themselves. Madeeha Gauhar, Head of the Ajoka Theatre Group, Lahore, feels that theatre is the only medium through which we can directly deal with society and bring about a change. After the collaboration with the Besten Foundation, she would now like to focus on Indo-Pak relations through this medium and looks forward to bringing her group of little ones for a play in Chandigarh. The members of Futurekids Club will visit Lahore later this year to complete the exchange programme. Anyone interested in being part of these summer workshops can register for the same this week. For registration call Besten’s 24-hour helpline No 9814111444 or 224651. |
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