JAMMU, Sep 15: A group of 40 students from Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Rehari, accompanied by the Principal and staff members, visited the Home for the Aged & Infirm (Vridh Ashram), Ambphalla, Jammu, and spent meaningful time with the elderly residents.
The students interacted with the residents and participated in bhajans, Punjabi songs and other activities, creating an atmosphere of warmth, joy and togetherness.
The interaction provided students with an opportunity to understand the importance of compassion, respect and care for senior citizens while bringing smiles to the faces of the elderly residents.
A special attraction of the programme was a musical presentation by a faculty member of the visiting school, who presented soulful bhajans and melodious songs. The performance created a lively atmosphere and was warmly appreciated by the residents and other participants.
The visiting team included Jyoti Parkash, Principal; Tilak Raj Shastri; Payal Mahajan; Sukriti Raina; Ritu Jandial; Komal Bhasin; Romesh Chander; Sachin Goel; Goldi Walia; and Ajay Gupta, along with 40 students.
From the Vridh Ashram, Er. Pankaj Gupta, President; Vijay Gupta, Joint Secretary; Satpal Sharma, Management Committee Member; and Dr. B.B. Sharma, Medical Officer, welcomed the visiting team.
Speaking on the occasion, Er. Pankaj Gupta briefed the students and staff about the history and functioning of the Ashram and the services being provided to elderly and infirm persons.