The Jharkhand Education Project Council (JEPC) has initiated summer camps across more than 44,000 government and aided schools in the state. The program aims to keep students engaged in academic and co-curricular activities during the summer vacation while ensuring continuity in learning.
Camp Details and Participation
The three-day camp, which commenced on Tuesday, saw enthusiastic participation from students of Classes 1 to 12 in both rural and urban areas. Organized under the theme “Learn, Play and Create,” the initiative combines self-learning, sports, creative expression, and cultural activities to strengthen learning habits along with children’s mental and physical development.
Day One Activities
On the first day, activities revolved around the theme “Fitness through Play and Childhood through Creativity.” Students participated in yoga sessions, fitness drills, races, skipping, traditional games, and group-based recreational activities. Several schools also organized drawing, handicraft, and model-making exercises linked to local culture and folk traditions.
Objectives and Benefits
Officials stated that the program is designed not only to strengthen reading and writing habits but also to improve confidence, teamwork, and creativity among students. Senior students are encouraged to guide younger children in villages and localities through peer-learning activities during the vacation period.
Dhirsen Soreng, in-charge of the physical education and sports division, said the initiative reflects the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which focuses on the holistic development of children.
“Lakhs of students from government schools across Jharkhand are actively participating in the summer camp. Through sports, creativity and collaborative learning, the programme seeks to nurture leadership qualities, confidence, cultural awareness and a positive learning environment among children,” he said.
District-Level Response
East Singhbhum district education officer Manoj Kumar reported highly encouraging participation in the district. “All 1,597 government schools in the district actively participated in the summer camp activities. Students showed great enthusiasm in handicrafts, clay art, yoga and creative learning exercises. Senior students from vocational streams also conducted sessions for junior students, creating a collaborative and joyful learning atmosphere in schools,” he said.
Additional Measures
Teachers also sensitized students about health, discipline, teamwork, and active lifestyles during the sessions. Schools ensured heat-related safety precautions for children, such as adequate hydration and shaded activity areas.
