Parents should not outsource their responsibilities, spend time with children: SSP
Mail News Service
Jamshedpur, June 5: The Press Club of Jamshedpur hosted a distinguished Pratibha Samman ceremony at Russi Mody Center for Excellence on Monday to honor the children of journalists from various media institutions in the city for their remarkable performance in the board exams.
The event witnessed the presence of Senior Superintendent of Police, Prabhat Kumar, as the chief guest, who delivered an inspiring address. He emphasized that talent is not limited to any specific circumstances and debunked the notion that success can only be attained through expensive education in private schools. Drawing from his personal experience, SSP Prabhat Kumar shared that he completed his graduation from a government school and college, with a total expenditure of just 365 rupees. Through this example, he encouraged the children of media professionals, acknowledging their remarkable achievements while reminding them of the challenges that lie ahead.
SSP Prabhat Kumar stressed the importance of maintaining focus in today’s era, particularly due to the prevalent distractions of social media. He specifically addressed parents, urging them not to impose their own expectations on their children’s career choices. Instead, he emphasized the significance of considering their children’s strengths and weaknesses, allowing them the freedom to choose their own path. To illustrate this point, he mentioned how imposing different career choices upon iconic personalities like Sachin Tendulkar or Lata Mangeshkar would have hindered their remarkable success and the pride the world holds for their talents.
Furthermore, SSP Kumar expressed his concern about parents outsourcing their responsibilities by excessively relying on coaching classes and tuitions. He urged parents to cease this practice and spend at least one hour every day with their children, as it significantly influences their character and development.
During the event, SSP Kumar provided valuable advice to the children, stating that dedicating six years after 10th grade and four years of diligent efforts after 12th grade will undoubtedly make them worthy individuals who can lead a respectable life. Prior to his address, senior journalist Sandeep Savarn delivered the inaugural speech, setting the tone for the ceremony.
The distinguished event was graced by the presence of esteemed guests, including Runa Rajeev Kumar from Tata Steel Corporate Services, Shekhar Dey (head of Sreeleathers and philanthropist), Jaya Singh (head of HR, RSB), Father Vinod Fernandes (Principal of Loyola School), Father Gerald D’Souza (Administrator of Loyola School), and representatives from DAV Public School. Principal Pragya Singh and several senior journalists such as Sanjay Mishra, Sanjay Pandey, Ganesh Mehta, Udit Agarwal, Jayaprakash Rai, and Brajbhushan Singh were also present.
Learn from Netaji’s inspiring life: Shekhar Dey
In an inspiring address, social worker Shekhar Dey urged everyone to learn from the biographies of great men in the country, particularly highlighting the significance of studying the life of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose. Speaking to the audience, Dey emphasized the importance of going beyond bookish knowledge and focusing on education that contributes to the welfare of humanity.
Emphasize on self-worth over marks: Father Vinod
Father Vinod Fernandes, the Principal of Loyola School, highlighted the significance of self-worth and personal growth, asserting that while marks hold importance in a student’s life, they should not overshadow other aspects of their development. Recognizing the rapid changes occurring in the world, Father Vinod urged students to prepare themselves accordingly.
Embrace uniqueness and avoide comparisons: Runa
During the event, Runa Rajeev Kumar emphasized the individuality of every child, urging them not to compare themselves with others. Recognizing the uniqueness of each individual, she highlighted the importance of embracing one’s own abilities and talents without measuring them against those of others.
Teachers play crucial role in shaping lives: Pragya Singh
Principal Pragya Singh of DAV Public School Bishtupur emphasized the significant role that teachers play in every individual’s life. Recognizing children as the nation’s greatest asset, she emphasized the need for guidance and mentorship in today’s era, stating that with proper direction, children have the potential to achieve great things.
According to Pragya Singh, teachers hold a vital position in shaping the lives of their students. Their influence goes beyond imparting knowledge and extends to nurturing young minds, instilling values, and providing necessary support. Teachers have the power to guide students in the right direction, enabling them to make positive contributions to society.
Give freedom to children to choose their career paths: Jaya
Jaya Singh, representing RSB, emphasized that today’s children have a wide array of opportunities awaiting them. Unlike in the past when only a few sectors were well-known, the present era offers diverse career paths for young individuals. Singh urged parents to provide their children with the freedom to choose their own career paths.
According to Jaya Singh, it is crucial for parents to understand that the world is full of possibilities for their children. They should encourage exploration and support their children’s aspirations in pursuing their chosen fields. Singh also suggested that children should consider studying abroad to gain a global perspective, but emphasized the importance of returning to their home country to contribute their skills and knowledge for its development.
The event further witnessed the attendance of notable journalists, including Prashant Singh (President of the Press Club of Jamshedpur), General Secretary Antara Bose, Raghvendra Sharma, Anand Kumar, Rajesh Kumar, Mohd. Akbar, Mohd. Amjad Khan, Bijendra, Bhola Prasad, Brajesh Singh, Manoj Singh, Anni Amrita, Arindam Majumdar, Kumud Janmani, Satyendra Kumar, among others. The stage operations were efficiently handled by esteemed journalist Antara Bose. Naval Singh, Swasti Pandey, Iman Vakil, Dhairya Thakur, Ritika Paul, Unnati Rai, Ankit Bhardwaj, Abhay Chowdhary, Abhishek Kumar Bhatt, Aditi Kumari, Dr. Shivam Kumar, Pushpam Priya, Priyadarshi, Amit Bhushan, Jeevesh Kaushal, Dr. Aprajita Kumari, Niyati Pandey, Faizan Sharif, and Aryan Raj Singh were among the notable individuals recognized.
