Officials celebrate Diwali with children in shelter homes, offering emotional support and festive cheer

Lucknow : In a heartwarming gesture, Diwali 2024 brought a unique light to women’s and children’s shelter homes across Uttar Pradesh. Acting on the directive of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, state officials “adopted” these homes for the festival, spending quality time with the residents and sharing in the celebrations.

This initiative by the Yogi government has set a new benchmark in compassionate governance, as officials dedicated their personal time to bring joy and warmth to the lives of shelter home residents. During the celebrations, officials visited the children’s homes with their families, lit lamps with the children, distributed sweets, and checked in on their well-being.

For many residents, the celebration created a rare, joyful family atmosphere. Children expressed how special it felt to celebrate the festival with so many people, something they hadn’t experienced before. Officials, by spending time and sharing festivities, made the children feel like valued members of society.

On the instructions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh issued an order directing officials to “adopt” women’s and children’s homes across the state and celebrate the festival with the residents. This initiative brought new energy and joy to these homes, giving the children and women a sense of family connection.

The officials went beyond a routine inspection, making a sincere effort to connect emotionally with the children. Thanks to this initiative, Diwali became an unforgettable experience for the young residents.

Officials pledge educational and financial support for children

This Diwali, officials not only shared joy but also pledged to support the education of children in women’s and children’s homes. The government order clarified that officials are encouraged to assist these children academically at their own level. Many pledged to provide tuition, school supplies, and other educational materials. CM Yogi’s initiative aims to go beyond formality, fostering a sense of responsibility in society towards these children and women.

This distinctive celebration sends a message of societal harmony. Alongside the children, officials lit lamps, created colorful rangolis, and celebrated Diwali with sparklers instead of firecrackers. The initiative emphasizes that these children are an integral part of society, deserving connection and inclusion.

Fostering a new harmony between society and administration

This Diwali initiative has fostered a unique bond of harmony between society and the administration, deepening a spirit of service among officials. Their efforts are not only bringing joy to the lives of these children and women but are also conveying a powerful message about the importance of individual contributions to society. This approach represents a new model of social service, inspiring a vision for its broader application in the future.

Sandeep Kaur, Director of the Women Welfare Department, highlighted that the initiative aims to provide emotional and educational support to children and women in care homes across the state. She emphasized that the time spent by officials with the residents brings a sense of family connection. This initiative has set a new example of social service, inspiring others to extend their support as well.

The Diwali celebration in women’s and children’s homes this year stands as a remarkable effort by administrative officials to promote a spirit of social service. The event has brought joy and positivity into the lives of these children and women, with plans to continue similar programs during future festivals to keep this spirit alive.