On November 27th, 2010, I had the privilege of attending the Science Exhibition put together by the students who participate in VIDYA's Umang program in Powai, Mumbai. As a former volunteer with VIDYA it was a real pleasure to attend this event and see familiar faces. More importantly, I had a fabulous time being explained the various science projects the students had put together for the exhibition. Each group of students had clearly rehearsed their presentations and worked very hard to express themselves clearly and thoroughly. They of course spoke in Hindi and Marathi, but made an extra effort to practice their English skills with me. On my way out of the exhibit, if there is one thing I took away with me, it was the smiles on the students' faces as they teemed with confidence while presenting the projects they had worked so hard on, to all the guests that had come to see and learn. Just being able to see that impact that this event had on those participating children made the whole exhibition a huge success in my view.
Archana Pandaya,Volunteer
“ ----- VIDYA Umang(150 children) worked out of the comfort of the IITBombay Campus School till a few months ago when they were stopped from entering the IIT Bombay by the security. They decided to shift their classes to a Ram mandir, located in the poorest part of Powai and instead of complaining about the difficulties of working out of this new space they adjusted in a day, found a new found happiness and organized an outstanding science exhibition for the entire community children and were reported in the press!
I am really proud of these amazing children and their teachers and leaders!
Bravo!”
Rashmi Misra
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