Bal Bhawan celebrated 80th Independence Day with Great Enthusiasm
Harela- Tree Plantation
Tree Plantation on the Death Anniversary of Shri Dev Suman
Under the Harela Fortnight celebrations, the Uttarakhand State Council for Child Welfare, Dehradun, organized a tree plantation drive at Bal Bhavan in memory of the immortal freedom fighter Shri Dev Suman on his death anniversary.
Paying floral tributes to the portrait of Shri Dev Suman, Senior Vice Chairman Dr. S. Farooq said that in today’s fast-paced life, public awareness regarding tree plantation is essential to ensure environmental protection. Vice Chairman Shri Mohan Singh Khatri stated that planting trees is the need of the hour so that a healthy environment and pure oxygen can be ensured for future generations.
On this occasion, General Secretary Mrs. Asha Rani Painyuli emphasized that with increasing environmental challenges across the country, it is necessary to plant more and more trees to preserve nature and maintain ecological balance.
Before the plantation drive, speakers recalled the sacrifices and contributions of Shri Dev Suman and highlighted the importance of drawing inspiration from his life and ideals to build a better society.
A message sent by former Senior Vice Chairman Shri Sushil Kumar Dobhal was read out by former General Secretary Shri T. D. Dobhal.
During the program, Joint Secretary Mrs. Jyotsna Khatri and Shri Ramesh Khatri, with the support of the Bhaniyawala branch of the Herbal Research Institute, Gopeshwar Mandal, facilitated the plantation of various medicinal and fruit-bearing plants. These included Rudraksha, Baheda, Arjun, Amla, Putrajeeva, Harsingar, Amaltas, Reetha, Shatavari, Pippali, Sarpagandha, Lemongrass, Mango, Jamun, Banj Oak, Timru, Kafal, Dahiman, Varun, Giloy, Kachnar, Guava, and Pomelo, among others.
Council Vice Chairperson Mrs. Pushpa Manas also planted several flowering plants within the Bal Bhavan premises. Senior Vice Chairman Shri Mohan Singh Khatri planted a tree in memory of the Council’s lifelong member, Late Shri Digambar Singh Panwar.
The program was conducted by Mrs. Kiran Khanduri.
Among those present on the occasion were Mrs. Jyotsna Khatri, Shri Ramesh Khatri, Mrs. Asha Srivastava, Dr. Arun Srivastava, Mrs. Kusumlata Kuthari, Mrs. Vijay Lakshmi Rawat, Mrs. Kavita Dutta, Shri Rajendra Singh Rawat, Shri Lalit Mohan Lakhera, Shri Yogambar Singh Rawat, Shri Anuraj Singh Rawat, and other distinguished members.
Oath Taking ceremony at
Uttarakhand State Child Welfare Council
Today on 14th June 2026, the oath taking ceremony of the newly elected executive year 2026-29 of Uttarakhand State Child Welfare Council, Dehradun was organized at Bal Bhawan, Tarla Amwala, Raipur Road, Dehradun.
17th Meeting of Child Welfare Council held in Lok Bhawan
Child Welfare Centers should be established in every district for children in need.
Dr. S. Farooq Senior Issues Directives at the 17th Meeting of the Child Welfare Council, Held at Lok Bhawan Dehradun. Governor Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh (Retd.) directed that child welfare centers be established in every district of the state for children in need. At the 17th meeting of the Child Welfare Council, held at Lok Bhawan, he emphasized society's collective responsibility for the overall development of children.
The Governor said that a historic institution like the Child Welfare Council must be taken forward with new thinking, new working style and modern approach in keeping with the times. He directed that child welfare activities should be strengthened in every district so that the benefits of schemes and assistance can reach the needy children in a better way.
The Governor with the Council members and other guests at the meeting of the Child Welfare Council held at Lok Bhawan.
The Governor with the Council members and other guests at the meeting of the Child Welfare Council held at Lok Bhawan.
Soul-Raj Bhawan directed necessary action, He said that today the need is to prepare children for the challenges of the 21st century, artificial intelligence, and the vision of a developed India. He also called for child welfare activities to be carried out in collaboration with CSR and social service organizations.
Vice President was elected.
A new executive committee was formed at the meeting.
In this, Dr. S. Farooq was elected as Senior Vice President, Mohan Singh Khatri and Pushpa Manas as Vice Presidents, Asha Painuli as General Secretary, Rohit Kochgave as Treasurer, Jyotsna Khatri as Joint Secretary. The Governor directed the newly appointed office bearers and members of the Council to prepare a concrete action plan within a month. Emphasis was laid on making it effective. Earlier, the Governor gave his consent on several points along with approval on the estimated income-expenditure of the Council for the year 2026-27.
