GANDHI JAYANTI WEEK
(Sept 28-0ct 2,2020)
To celebrate Gandhi Jayanti, The Air Force School organises a set of activities spread along the week, based on the principles and ideals of our revered leader, Mahatma Gandhi.
Day 1- Making of a charkha
“They say the brightest of the diamonds are those which go through more pressure and heat.”
India has gone through a prolonged period of suffering and dependence and has outshone the world with its self-sufficiency and its prowess in every aspect. India’s struggle for Independence is written in the pages of history by the sweat, blood, and sacrifice of millions of Indians who took up the Swadeshi and the Non-Co-operation movement led by the Visionary leader Mahatma Gandhi.
The Spinning Wheel or Charkha became not only a symbol of the revolution, but it is a symbol synonymous with the power of self-reliance, perseverance, and determination. From then to now the Charkha has initiated an upheaval and marked the path of progress for the Indian Spinning Industry.
The week started with an activity -Making a Charkha (spinning wheel), for the students of class VI. It was a best out of waste activity. The children made use of sticks, newspaper, copper wire to make a 3D model of a charka, along with it a small write-up about its significance. It is important for the youth of today to understand their past. The activities thus designed, keep this motive intact. The children did an extensive research about its significance that -The charkha became a symbol of self-sufficiency and freedom, so much so that the first Indian flag designed had the Charkha etched in the middle which was later replaced by the Ashok Chakra. This marked the beginning of the Indian Spinning Industry which has evolved through the years to reach the economic zenith that it has now achieved. The children participated in this activity with great zeal and enthusiasm.