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Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Schools take steps to curb student accidents
1 2 Ranchi : Central Board of Secondary Schools across city have stepped effort for awareness and enforce stricter measures on road safety among students. Responding to CBSE's new directive, educational institutions are stepping up their commitment to instill safe commuting habits and responsible road behavior from a young age. This campaign is the specially composed Road Safety Anthem Parwah Karenge, Surakshit Rahenge" which is to be be played during morning assemblies in CBSE-affiliated schools. Principal of Firayalal Public School, Niraj Kumar Sinha, said, " The anthem is intended to serve as a daily reminder for students to prioritize safety while commuting. " In addition to this, schools plans to start screening short films and documentaries on traffic rules, pedestrian safety, and accident prevention. As per the experts, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) initiated this campaign after reviewing national accident data, which showed over 1.8 lakh road fatalities last year, with more than 10,000 victims under the age of 18. Over 11,000 deaths were reported near schools and educational institutions. Rajesh Pillai, Principal of Kerala School, Dhurwa, said, "While schools have always run occasional awareness drives, the structured approach from the board has added greater momentum. It's crucial to make students not just academically prepared but also road-aware." To further extend the outreach, schools have been instructed to share road safety films and advisories through WhatsApp groups and digital platforms, ensuring that parents too become active participants in reinforcing safe practices. Messages such as "Don't Rush", "Come Slowly", and "School of Road Safety" are being widely circulated. Beyond awareness, strict regulations are being enforced. Many schools have banned students from bringing two-wheelers without a valid driving licence.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Ranchi gears up to host Yoga Day on a grand scale
Ranchi: In the run-up to the 11th , educational institutions and organisations across the state capital are actively conducting yoga sessions and awareness drives to promote the importance of yoga in daily life. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As part of these celebrations, DAV Public School, CCL Gandhinagar, organised a grand procession involving over 500 students from classes V to VIII on Monday. The procession, which passed through Gandhinagar Colony, Kanke Road, and Jawaharnagar. The school has also planned a week-long series of yoga-related programmes, including training sessions by yoga experts. Principal Pradeep Kumar Jha said, "In today's fast-paced and stressful life, yoga is essential for everyone. It is not associated with any religion but is a priceless gift of ancient spiritual tradition that promotes purity of consciousness and curbs negative tendencies of the mind." Several other private schools in the city, including Cambrian Public School, DAV Alok, Kairali School, Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir, Vivekananda Vidya Mandir, and Sarala Birla Public School, are also holding yoga sessions and awareness activities throughout the week. Principal, of Firayalal Public School, Niraj Kumar Sinha said, "The aim is to underscore yoga's role in enhancing physical health, mental well-being, and holistic living. " Moreover, govt schools across the state have also joined the state's Yogmay campaign. From June 11, all govt and govt-aided schools have been conducting mass Surya Namaskar and yoga protocol sessions, with over 9 lakh students and teachers participating across the state daily.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
City CBSE schools to introduce positive affirmations in assemblies for students' mental, social wellbeing
Ranchi: Several CBSE affiliated schools in the city will soon include positive affirmations in their morning assemblies. The move, introduced by the CBSE, is aimed at mental wellness of the students and their socio-emotional developments, educationalists said. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The CBSE has advised all its affiliated schools to introduce short affirmations each morning. The affirmations will be age-appropriate and recited in both English and Hindi to ensure clarity and inclusivity. Principal of Kairali School, Rajesh Pillai, said, "In today's fast-paced and digitally driven world, students face a lot of internal stress. Beginning the day with positive affirmations will help students feel centred, calm, and confident." The CBSE advisory states that such affirmations support clarity, focus, emotional regulation, and self-esteem. Principal of Firayalal Public School, Niraj Kumar Sinha, said, "The affirmations such as 'I am always happy,' 'I am calm and stable in every situation,' 'I respect everyone,' 'I respect nature,' 'I use gadgets only for studying,' will be used to make students feel positive and valued." Principal of Jawahar Vidya Mandir, Shyamali, Samarjit Jana, said, "We are already designing a list of meaningful affirmations aligned with our school's core values. We will involve students in the process to ensure they relate to what they are saying each morning." Academic coordinator at Oxford Public School, Ravi Shekhar, said, "This initiative is about more than just words and is about changing mindsets and building resilience from a young age. I believe it will transform the morning assembly into a more emotionally nurturing experience." Mental health professionals have also welcomed the initiative, highlighting its potential to address the rising levels of anxiety and low self-esteem observed among school-age children. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Dr Bhoomika Sachacher, consultant clinical psychologist, said, "The affirmations reflect empathy, courage, discipline, and self-worth to nurture emotionally strong, reflective, and confident individuals who are ready not just for academic success, but also to navigate life with a healthy mindset. Students face many times of fear, like competition and examinations; these positive affirmations will help them. "
