Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat
Introduction
“Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” is a landmark initiative launched by the Government of India to promote cultural unity and strengthen the fabric of emotional bonds between the people of various states and union territories. This program aims to enhance understanding and bonding among the diverse cultures of our country, which is characterized by its rich heritage and pluralistic society.
Objectives
- Cultural Exchange: To celebrate the cultural diversity of India through mutual interaction and engagement between people of different states and union territories.
- Strengthening Unity: To foster a sense of common identity and national pride among citizens by highlighting the rich and diverse cultural heritage of India.
- Promoting National Integration: To enhance understanding and appreciation of the linguistic, literary, and cultural ethos of different states and union territories.
- Building Strong Bonds: To encourage people-to-people connections and state-to-state partnerships through various exchange programs and collaborative initiatives.
Key Features
- Pairing of States and Union Territories: States and union territories are paired with each other for a period, during which they carry out a structured engagement to understand and appreciate each other’s culture. For example, Tamil Nadu might be paired with Jammu & Kashmir, promoting cultural exchanges between the two regions.
- Cultural Exchanges: Various cultural activities, such as folk dance performances, music concerts, culinary festivals, literary events, and art exhibitions, are organized to showcase the heritage of the paired states.
- Educational Collaboration: Schools and colleges participate in exchange programs where students learn about the language, traditions, and practices of the paired state. This includes curriculum integration, student exchange programs, and collaborative projects.
- Tourism Promotion: The initiative promotes inter-state tourism by encouraging people to travel to their paired states, thus enhancing mutual understanding and economic benefits.
- Language Learning: Efforts are made to teach the language of the paired state in schools and colleges, promoting linguistic diversity and understanding.
- Technology and Innovation: Leveraging digital platforms and social media to spread awareness and foster connections between the paired states.
Impact and Significance
“Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” has had a profound impact on fostering national integration and unity. By bringing together the diverse cultural fabrics of India, the initiative helps in building a stronger, more cohesive nation. It promotes the spirit of national pride, encourages inter-state harmony, and ensures that the younger generation appreciates the vast cultural landscape of India.
Conclusion
The “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” initiative is a significant step towards building a united and culturally integrated India. By encouraging states and union territories to engage in cultural exchanges and mutual learning, it not only strengthens the unity of the nation but also enriches the cultural consciousness of every Indian. As this initiative continues to grow, it promises to weave a tighter bond of brotherhood and solidarity across the length and breadth of India, truly making it “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” – One India, Great India.
REPORT ON EK BHARAT SHRESHTH BHARAT
PM SHRI KV GARDEN REACH
AS PER THE INITIATIVES OF MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, GOVT OF INDIA UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA SANGATHAN OUR VIDYALAYA IS ALSO CELEBRATING ALL THE ACTIVITIES IN A BEFITTING MANNER AS FOLLOWS FOR THE SESSION -2024-25
PAIRED STATE: BIHAR
APRIL- ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION WITH THE TOPIC:” GLORIOUS PAST OF BIHAR” . NO. OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATED: 14
MAY-JUNE: COLLAGE MAKING COMPETITIONS. NO. OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATED:02.
JULY- FOLK DANCE COMPETITION, NO. OF PARTICIPANTS – 06.
AUGUST – SOLO ACTING COMPETITION ON THE FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF BIHAR, NO. OF PARTICIPANTS: 06
AS PER THE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES, ALL THE ACTIVITIES UNDER EBSB WILL BE CELEBRATED IN A BEFITTING MANNER. ALL THE STUDENTS, STAFF MEMBERS & OTHER STAKE HOLDERS PARTICIPATE IN ALL THE ACTIVITIES OF EBSB TO UPHOLD THE UNITY IN DIVERSITY OF INDIA.