On 28 March 2026, the Uttarakhand State Council for Child Welfare organized a State-Level Painting Competition at Bal Bhawan, Tarla Aamwala, Raipur Road, Dehradun.

The program was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Ritu Khanduri, by lighting the ceremonial lamp. Students of Rajiv Gandhi Navodaya Vidyalaya presented a cultural program, including Saraswati Vandana and a welcome song.

The General Secretary, Mrs. Pushpa Manas, welcomed the Chief Guest and presented a memento. A total of 60 participants from various districts of Uttarakhand took part in the competition. Out of them, 16 students were awarded prizes in different categories.