JK News Today
Jammu, June 30: The 13: Annual Summer Academic Camp of the students of “Harbans Roshan Bhalla Educational Foundation (a unit of Harbans Bhalla Educational Trust)” concluded over a festive ceremony where students performed cultural activities and shared their experiences during the Camp. Prominent supporters of the Foundation and parents of the children attended and appreciated the role of HREF and their team for the successful Camp.
40 girls of class 8″, 9″ & 10* attended the camp. They hail from rural areas which include Arnia, Jourian, Gurah Slathia, Ranjari, Surinsar, Dansal, Amb, Gharota, Doomi, etc.
Prominent doners of Jammu were the guests of Honour. They asked the students to work hard and take full advantage of the support being provided to them for their bright future. They lauded the noble contribution of the Foundation to society by reaching out to the most needy students, especially girls in remote areas and helping them to pursue their education.
Cash prizes were distributed to the high achievers in academics, games and cultural activities.
Urmila of class 10** of village Raipur, Ban Talab was declared as the “Best Student®️ and Red House Team was adjudged as the “Best House”.
HREF is supporting education of children since 26 years. Till date over 6000 scholarships have been distributed with a total outlay of above 200 Lacs. This year scholarships are being given to 600 students from 70 villages.
The Managing Trustee said that the students were given intensive educational coaching by some of the best teachers & professionals from various fields. Students were provided free boarding and lodging as well as free study materials. Medical care was provided by the Bee Enn General Hospital. During the 17 days Camp, they visited Siyad Baba, Reasi Fort and Sanasar for picnics. They also attended daily Yoga classes and celebrated International Yoga Day on 21 Jun 2023. Sports competitions were also arranged for them. These initiatives bring out the hidden talent in students and also develop their personalities.
The parents thanked the Foundation for arranging the camp and supporting the education of their children.
The function concluded over a sumptuous lunch to mark the occasion.
