Bokaro: With schools closed, Children’s Day celebrations in Bokaro moved online this year, while several programmes were organised for children in Ranchi schools and communities.The Pentecostal Assembly School held special online assemblies for students from pre-nursery to Class XII. Teachers offered prayers for the children’s happiness, good health and bright future.Principal Dr Karuna Prasad said greeting videos prepared by teachers added a personal touch, while an online scavenger hunt saw students displaying household objects on screen.At Ayyappa Public School, students received greetings digitally. “My teachers sent Children’s Day wishes in the parents’ WhatsApp group,” said Rohit Kumar, a student.Bokaro deputy commissioner Ajay Nath Jha and SP Nathu Singh Meena celebrated with children at the Model Anganwadi Centre in Bajrangtola, Chas. They interacted with the children, spoke about Nehru’s ideals, cut a cake and distributed chocolates.In Ranchi, students of Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi’s PGDM–Rural Management batch, celebrated in 10 slums with games, quizzes, drawing, fancy dress and a plantation drive.Surendranath Centenary School held a tribute to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, a special assembly, cultural programme, magic show, class picnics and a visit to Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park.
