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After unforeseen Covid-19 pandemic, the Bharat Scouts and Guides has now initiated boy/girl programmes & adult leaders training physically with limited numbers of participants following safety precautions, Covid protocols and guidelines issued by the local governments.
The Bharat Scouts and Guides also joined hand with scouting/guiding fraternity of the world in commemorating the Joint birthday of the founder of the Scout & Guide Movement Lord & Lady Baden Powel and was celebrated in a befitting manner all over the country at all levels by the members as World Thinking Day & Founder’s Day on 22nd February, 2021 on the theme ‘Stand Together for Peace”. The day was celebrated with full zeal and enthusiasm with commitment and vigour by organising various innovative programmes and competitions for the young people.
On the Occasion of Word Thinking Day/Founder’s Day, the Golden Arrow Award Presentation Ceremony for the year 2020 was held at the Bharat Scouts and Guides, National Headquarters, New Delhi in which Dr. Anil Kumar Jain, Hon’ble President of the Bharat Scouts and Guides presented the Golden Arrow Award Certificates from his gracious hands to the Cub Masters and Flock Leaders who received the certificates on a representative basis of the State Association as the Cubs and Bulbuls were not invited for the award function due to prevailing covid pandemic.
Well-wishers of the movement who enrolled themselves as ‘Friends of BSG’ and had contributed generouslytowards the Scout Guide Welfare Fund of the Bharat Scouts and Guides during the year 2019-20 were felicitated by presenting Gold, Silver & Bronze Pin and appreciation certificate by Dr. K.K. Khandelwal, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chief National Commissioner, Bharat Scouts and Guides. Hon’ble Chief National Commissioner also felicitated top three State Associations of the Bharat Scouts and Guides who had vçR;kf”kr dksfoM&19 egkekjh ds i”pkr vc Hkkjr LdkmV~l ,oa xkbM~l us lqj{kk lko/kkfu;ksa] dksfoM çksVksdkWy vkSj LFkkuh; ljdkjksa }kjk tkjh fn”kk&funsZ”kksa dk ikyu djrs gq, çfrHkkfx;ksa dh lhfer la[;k ds lkFk ckyd@ckfydkvksa gsrq dk;ZØeksa rFkk o;Ld usrkvksa gsrq çf”k{k.k f”kfojksa dks “kkjhfjd :i ls “kq: dj fn;k gSA
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rendered remarkable services during the lock down period of Covid-19 pandemic by presenting a cheque of Rs 50,000/-, Rs 30,000/- and Rs 20,000/- respectively on the occasion of World Thinking Day/Founder’s Day. He also presented appreciation certificates to the staff of the National Headquarters for their committed service.
The initiative of the Bharat Scouts and Guides towards membership growth strategy and retention of members during the Covid-19 pandemic is highly lauded by the World Organisation of the Scout Movement which is shared in WOSM website to inspire other National Scout Organisation.
It is a proud moment to all of us in the organisation that two volunteer leaders of the Bharat Scouts and Guides viz. Hon’ble Chief National Commissioner Dr. K. K. Khandewal, is nominated by the Asia-Pacific Regional Award Committee to be conferred with “APR Chairman’s Award” the highest distinction for the year 2020. This award is conferred for good service and in contribution given to the APR operations and have provided invaluable services to the National Scout Organisation and Dr. Cyrus B. Wadia, Leader Trainer (S) of BSG Maharashtra is nominated for “APR Award for Distinguished Service” for the year 2020.This award is conferred for his distinguish Leadership and exceptional services to the Scout Movement on an international basis. I, congratulate the entire scouting/guiding fraternity in the country for this highest distinction conferred to the Bharat Scouts and Guides. `
The International Women’s Day will be celebrated on 8th March, 2021 with the theme “Women in Leadership: Achieving an equal future in a Covid-19 world. I, appeal each one of you to commemorate this day with commitment to empower young girls and women.
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NATIONAL EVENTS
A National Level Virtual Webinar on “Tide Turners Plastic Challenge” was held on 09th January 2021 from 10 am onwards virtually through Zoom Webinar. The programme started with BSG Prayer followed by Welcome address given by Ms Ayantika Kundu, Regional Media Correspondent of Eastern Region. The opening remarks were delivered by Mr Raj Kumar Kaushik, Director of the Bharat Scouts and Guides. Dr Kali Prasad Mishra, National Vice President and State Chief Commissioner of Odisha graced the virtual gathering and blessed the participants. Session on Plastic Tide Turner was taken by Mr Shanmugan V, Research Scholar IIT-G in which he explained about the Tide turner’s programme. Mr Bablu Goswami, Assistant Director of Eastern Region explained the activity pack released by National Headquarters and also explained about the reporting format of the programme. The vote of thanks was proposed by Ms Jayashita Reddy, Ranger of Telangana state. Finally the p r o g r a m m e came to an end by the National Anthem. The programme was coordinated by Ms Sananda Biswas, Ranger f r o m W e s t Bengal.
nd2 Webinar – Career Counseling (10.01.2021)
A National Level Virtual Webinar on “Career Counseling” was organized on 10th January 2021 from 10 am onwards virtually through Zoom Webinar. The programme started with BSG Prayer followed by Welcome address given by Ms Ayantika Kundu, Regional Media Correspondent of Eastern Region. The programme was inaugurated by Mrs Geetha Nataraj, National Vice President of the Bharat Scouts and Guides and State Commissioner (Guide), BSG Karnataka with her inspiring words. Sessions on Career Counseling was taken by Col. Gurpreet Singh, Sena Medal for Gallantry in Kargil War, 1999, Shri Shasikumar BN, Public Administration, Maharaja College, University of Mysore, Shri Anil Kumar,
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Faculty of Criminology, Maharaja College, Shri Yashraj Bhardawaj, Co-Founder, Zenith Vipers Group. The closing remark was given by Mr Raj Kumar Kaushik, Director of the Bharat Scouts and Guides. The vote of thanks was given by Ms Deepanjali Pramanick, Ranger, Eastern Railway. Finally the programme came to an end by the National Anthem. The programme was coordinated by Ms Jayashita Reddy, Ranger from Telangana and Ms Deepanjali Pramanick, Ranger from Eastern Railway.
A National Level Virtual Webinar on “Flash Mob Dance, Mock Parliament and Declamation” was organized by National Headquarters as a part of the National Youth Week Celebration on 11th January 2021 from 04:00 PM onwards virtually through Zoom Webinar. The programme started with General Salute followed by BSG Prayer. The welcome address was delivered by Mr Shubham Singh, Regional Media Correspondent of Eastern Region. The opening remarks were presented by Mrs. Darshana Pawaskar, Joint Director of Guide (Programme& Training) of the Bharat Scouts and Guides. Flash Mob dance, Mock Parliament and
Declamation were shown during the webinar which was performed by the young members of the Bharat Scouts and Guides. Session on U Report was taken by Mr. Analendra Sharma, Assistant Director, North Eastern region. The closing remark was given by Mr. Raj Kumar Kaushik, Director of the Bharat Scouts and Guides. The vote of thanks was given by Ms Deepanjali Pramanick, UPS Coordinator, West Bengal. Finally the programme came to an end by the National Anthem. The programme was coordinated by Mr Shubham Singh from Eastern Railway, Ms Deepanjali Pramanick, from Eastern Railway and Ms Aalimaha Ali from North eastern Railway.
The event concept and programme presentation was done under the dynamic leadership of Mr Arup Sarkar, Deputy Director of Scouts, NHQ ably assisted by Mr. Bablu Goswami, I/C Assistant Director, Eastern Region.
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NATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE, PACHMARHI
4th Online Pre-ALT Course for Scout Wing
Bharat Scouts and Guides, National Headquarters has conducted 4thOnline Pre-ALT Course for Scout Wing from 24th to 30th December, 2020 with 42 candidates from nine States. The course was inaugurated by Dr. H.P. Chhetri, Chief Commissioner (Scout) in the presence of Shri S. K. Biswas, National Commissioner Scout (Adult Resources), Shri R.K. Kaushik, Director, BSG and other NHQ Professionals.
The Course was conducted as per SOT giving importance to share latest information about Scouting/Guiding at National and International Levels. A team of eminent facilitators supported this course. Apart from the regular staff members, the course was contributed by the guest speakers Mrs. Darshana Pawaskar, Jt. Director, BSG; Shri Amar B. Chettri, DD(BP), BSGfor various topics. Everyday activities started with morning inspection followed by Prayer, Reflection and sessions. Participants took part in group discussions on various topics as in physical courses. All the participants completed their Pre-Course assignments, Skill Test and Micro Teaching through breakout room during the course.
Christmas was celebrated during the course virtually at national level. Goa, Meghalaya and Nagaland states contributed to the celebration by presenting programmes on Christmas. A visionary leader and educationist, Fr P.D. Johny, Rector & Executive Director of Don Bosco Institute (DBI) and Director of Don Bosco Institute of Management (DBIM), Guwahati graced the occasion.
It was felt that standard of the course was developing every time with new topics in each course. Some of our trainers contributed to the S/G Welfare Fund and donated for Foundation Day. Post Course evaluation was conducted throughgoogle form.
Closing ceremony of the course was held on30th December, 2020 which was graced by Shri P.R. Nadkarni, National Commissioner of Cubs, BSG & State Chief Commissioner, Goa State. Shri Rajkumar Kaushik, Director BSG and other NHQ Professionals were present in the ceremony.
Shri Krishnaswamy R, Executive Director was present during the course and supported participants and staff for a better learning environment.
4th Online Pre-ALT Course for Guide Wing
The Bharat Scouts and Guides, National Headquarters has organized 4th online Pre-ALT Course for guide wing
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from 15th to 21st January 2021 in which 31 participants from 13 states- Assam, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, KVS, Madhya Pradesh, Eastern Railway, East Central Railway, East Coast Railway, N.E. Railway and West Bengal participated.
The course was inaugurated by Ms. Seema Jansuri, National Headquarters Commissioner (Guide)& State Chief Commissioner, Uttarakhand State and Ms. Savithaben J. Patel, National Commissioner Guide (Adult Resources). The objectives of the course were introduced by the Leader of the Course.The guest speaker Ms. Indira Rani Roy LT(R) & Ms. M.N. Machamma DD(G) LT covered the important topics on scheme of training & support to leaders. Ms. Shivangi Saxena, Assistant Director, Central Region took session on PM Shield & Uparastrapathi Award Competitions. Session on WAGGGS and U-Report were covered by Ms. Darshana Pawaskar, Jt. Director (Guides). Shri Amar Chettri, Dy. Director (BP) took a session on WOSM, Smt. Surekha Shrivastava, Dy. Director, Guide (Projects) took a session on Chief National Commissioner Shield Competition & Lakshmi Majumdar Award. Dr. Shuba R, ALT (R) Assistant professor, Govt. Degree College, Karnataka took a session on Team Meeting & Team Council. Several spare time activities were organised patrol-wise, utilizing the breakout rooms. Micro teaching was presented by the participants.
All Faith Prayer Meeting was organised. The Course came to an end with the National Anthem. The course was conducted by Smt. Kumud Mehra, Assistant Director, Southern Region.
Special Basic Course for Commissioners
The Special Basic Course for Commissioners of Chhattisgarh State Bharat Scouts and Guides was conducted at National Training Centre, Pachmarhi from 28th January and 01st February, 2021 in which 27 Commissioners of Scout and Guide wings from various districts of Chhattisgarh State attended. The course was conducted as per Scheme of Training with guidance and assistance from National Training Centre, Pachmarhi. The course was conducted by Shri Ashok Kumar Deshmukh, LT (Rover), Chhattisgarh with the assistance of Mrs. Sarita Pandey, STC (G), Shri Sadique Sheikh and Shri Hetram Dhruv of Chhattisgarh State.
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1. Ralph Parlette 2. Lord Baden Powell of Gilwell. 3. National Training Centre, Pachmarhi 4. A gathering of differently a bled Scouts and
Guides. 5. A burn is an injury caused by dry heat. A scald is an injury caused by moist heat. 6. In 1945 7. South Africa 8. Endurance for Scouts – Chapter VI 9. 1930 10. A self-interested man
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NATIONAL ADVENTURE INSTITUTE, PACHMARHI
Special Adventure Programme from 1st to 5th February 2021
During the unlock period, sincere efforts have been made to restart our adventure programme at National Adventure Institute, Pachmarhi following norms laid by local administration. Initially the programmes are for five days instead of seven days with reduced fees. In view of this a special adventure programme has been conducted with 55 participants from 1st to 5thFebruary 2021. Since all the participants are from the educational field of Haryana state and instrumental for deputation of students from their institution a special briefing was made about the programme, facilities and infrastructure of National Adventure Institute, Pachmarhi. Beside regular trekking and other challenge programmes, they also had a firsthand experience of rock craft and adventure bases including zip line and sky cycling. The programme, infrastructure and food were appreciated by them. Sightseeing, boating, horse riding, Air rifle shooting, archery were also arranged. On 5th February, Mr. Krishnaswamy R. Executive Director was present at the closing ceremony and motivated the participants. The programme was conducted by Shri. S. S. Ray Assistant Director with the help of NAI and NTC staff.
Special Adventure Programme from 8th to 12th February 2021
After the unlock, a special adventure programme was conducted with 17 participants from Mahatma Gandhi Inter college and NIIMS International School, Rajasthan from 8th to 12thFebruary 2021 at National Adventure Institute, Pachmarhi. It is a matter of satisfaction that Adventure Programme has been re started with small number of participants and gradually we are getting positive response from participants although schools are not opened. It is proposed to conduct adventure programme every week commencing on Monday and to conclude on Friday so that participants show their interest to participate. Beside regular trekking and other challenge programmes, they also have a firsthand experience of rock craft and adventure bases including zip line and sky cycling. The programme, infrastructure and food were appreciated by them. Sightseeing, boating, horse riding, Air rifle shooting, archery were also arranged. A day hike to Mahadev and Chouragarh was an opportunity to test the stamina of participants. Session on Free Being Me, U reporter, You tube channel, Friend of BSG were also taken during free time. On 11th February, Mr. Krishnaswamy R. Executive Director was present at the closing ceremony who motivated the participants. The programme was conducted by Shri S. S. Ray Assistant Director with the help of NAI and NTC staff.
