Why is it in the news?

• The Ministry of Education has launched the ‘Prerana’ program, a week-long residential initiative targeting students in classes IX to XII.

 More about the news

• The program takes place in Vadnagar, district Mehsana, Gujarat, at a Vernacular School established in 1888. Vadnagar is one of the oldest living cities in India.
• Each week, a batch of 20 students, consisting of 10 boys and 10 girls, is selected from different parts of the country to attend the program.
• PRERANA adopts an experiential and inspirational learning approach that integrates heritage with innovation, incorporating cutting-edge technology.

The program includes various activities aimed at holistic development:

• Yoga, mindfulness, and meditation sessions to promote physical and mental well-being.
• Experiential learning and thematic sessions to enhance practical knowledge.
• Hands-on interesting learning activities to engage participants in a creative and immersive learning experience.

PRERANA is structured around nine key themes, each emphasizing specific values and qualities:

• Swabhiman and Vinay
• Shaurya and Sahas
• Parishram and Samarpan
• Karuna and Sewa
• Vividhta and Ekta
• Satyanishtha and Shuchita
• Navachar and Jigyasa
• Shraddha and Vishwas
• Swatantrata and Kartavya

Purpose and Objectives:

• The primary goal of the program is to provide a meaningful, unique, and inspiring experience to participants.
• Empower students with leadership qualities, fostering a sense of responsibility.
• Inspire the youth and instil respect for India’s unity in diversity.
• Contribute to shaping the youth as torchbearers for a developed India, embodying the philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (the world is one family).