After a traditional welcome, the grandparents were escorted to the Dr. L. M. Singhvi Amphitheatre. The day started with Saraswati Vandana, an offering to the Goddess of knowledge through a classical Bharatnatyam dance recital.
The children of class six conducted a special assembly and introduced the audience to a variety of medicinal plants and explained their benefits for health and fitness through an exciting Quiz session. Fun time kicked off with EduSports putting up an array of sporty team games and every grandpa and grandma joined in. The grandparents were then guided to the cafeteria for tea break where they shared their experiences on the benefits of green medicine by writing on slips of coloured paper given to them.
A presentation on “Green Medicine” was made by Dr. Shoba Sahai, who is also a naturopath and she spoke on medicinal values of Rose, Hibiscus, Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Neem, Tulsi, Aloe vera, Cardamom, Turmeric, Cumin seeds and Fenugreek. She explained the healing power of nature, medicinal plants and herbs and the use of plants for first aid in emergency situations. Her display of herbal cures fascinated the grandparents and grandchildren alike.
Mrs. Nandita Dasgupta, Principal GIIS Noida stressed on the value of grandparents’ teachings and their healing touch that calms and enriches children's lives. She wished that every child could have the benefit of this.
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