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).
