Empowered Young Artists Inspire Change: Schoolchildren Spread a Vibrant ‘Green’ Message Through Their Stunning Paintings
Winners of the painting and elocution competitions proudly posed for a photograph with O. Naresh Kumar, CEO of Symbiosis Technologies, and D.S. Varma, Director of AMNS, at the Visakha Public Library in Visakhapatnam on Thursday. This event, organized by The Hindu Future India Club (FIC) and AMNS, celebrated World Environment Day by encouraging students from different schools to express their creativity and awareness about environmental issues.
During the event, speakers emphasized the vital role individuals play in environmental protection, advocating for a gradual phase-out of plastic products. The children’s artwork showcased bright, imaginative interpretations of collective responsibility in safeguarding the environment.
Sailatha Behara, a parent of participant B. Prathyeka from Delhi Public School, shared her enthusiasm, stating, “My daughter won first prize in the painting competition. Events like these truly give wings to children’s creativity and help them hone their talents. I believe it was a wonderful experience for all participants.”
O. Naresh Kumar highlighted the need for more sustainable practices, asserting, “The government should aim to establish at least one model green building in every district. Currently, there isn’t even one green building fully compliant with mandatory eco-standards in the State.” He also urged that tax exemptions for electric vehicles could further promote sustainable initiatives. Kumar commended The Hindu and AMNS for fostering such enriching experiences for young minds.
D.S. Varma, AMNS Head of HR and Administration, noted the impact of the partnership between The Hindu and AMNS, sharing, “Together, we have successfully planted nearly 100,000 saplings to date.”
The judging panel for the painting competition included freelance artist Sandhya Patnaik Chowdhuri, while S.V. Rama Rao, a Senior Lecturer in English at Dr. V.S. Krishna Government Degree & PG College, evaluated the elocution entries. Participants ranged from classes 5 to 10, divided into junior and senior categories.
In the junior painting category, B. Prathyeka from Delhi Public School secured first place, followed by D. Rithik Sai from Sri Prakash School and Aarvi Gupta from Kendriya Vidyalaya-2 Nausena Bagh in second and third places, respectively. Consolation prizes were awarded to Ch. Jasmitha Padman (Visakha Valley School), K. Tanmayee Sharvya (Sri Prakash KGH), and B. Tanvi Praneetha (Timpany School).
For the senior painting category, Ch. Bhavagya from Sri Prakash Sidhartha took home the first prize, with Tasmia Sabreen from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan and J. Hemanth from DAV Public School earning second and third places. Consolation awards were given to Biswa Chowdhary (SSV Gurukulam), Ch. Ritvik Achal (Sri Prakash School), and Vasi Ullah Sajid (Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s NHS).
In elocution, junior category first place went to G. Bhuwana from KV1 Sri Vidya Nagar Colony, followed by Ch. Jasmitha (Visakha Valley School) and P. Srinidhi (DAV, Buchirajupalem). Consolation winners included K. Tanmayi Shriya (Sri Prakash School), B. Tanvea (Timpany School), and Shabeena (School of Wonderkids).
In the senior elocution category, Y. Poorintha from VT High School secured the top spot, while S. Poojitha Akshra from Kendriya Vidyalaya SVN and P. Aakshitha from Presidential School claimed second and third places. Consolation prizes were awarded to M. Pranavi (VT High School), AV Viswas (SSV Gurukulam), and Y. Kankshitha (Satya Sai Vidya Vihar).
This event not only showcased young talent but also reinforced a communal commitment to environmental stewardship in Visakhapatnam.
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Publish Date: 2025-06-06 08:27:00
