Indore. Sharing the joy of a festival is easy, but turning that joy into a reason for change in someone’s life is true service. With this thought, the Indore Youth Wing of Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) joined service with celebration through ‘JITO Seva Diwali’. More than 3,000 children from orphanages in and around Indore took part. Alongside bringing smiles to their faces, steps were also taken to improve their education and future. The initiative set a new example of service, conveying a message of cooperation, sensitivity and social responsibility.
Riteish Deshmukh
A new initiative for children’s education and skill development
A pledge to build five e-libraries and two skill development centres, a plan to help with school fees and preparations to provide children with essential educational resources make this event special. Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh and actress Genelia D’Souza also attended the programme held at Snehjeev Paradise on Kanadia Road. Cultural performances and a drone show made the event memorable, but its greatest aim was to give children opportunities to move ahead along with happiness.
Genelia Deshmukh
Believe in yourself, recognise your talent
Citing his own life, Riteish Deshmukh said that after Class 12 he studied architecture for five years, worked in New York and also started his own firm. He then got the opportunity to work in films. Genelia Deshmukh encouraged the children to think positively, believe in themselves and accept opportunities with an open mind. She said every child has some special talent, and instead of comparing themselves with others they should recognise their strengths and focus on improving themselves.
Learn from failures, never stop trying
Sometimes a single motivating word is enough to give wings to children’s dreams. Proper guidance, self-belief and the courage to learn from failures can change the direction of a life. Interacting with the children on the theme ‘Double the light, double the joy’, Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh urged them to keep trying. Riteish said failures often teach more than success, and the regret of not trying can last a lifetime, so every opportunity should be seen as a chance to learn and prove oneself.
An initiative to inspire children through service
Giving the message ‘live and let live’, both artists said that every living being’s life is precious and that one should have kindness, respect and compassion for all. The aim of the JITO Youth Wing Indore’s ‘JITO Seva Diwali’ is to share happiness among children and also connect them with positive values of life. The interaction with personalities from the entertainment world became a memorable experience for the children. The initiative is a meaningful step towards building children’s confidence, encouraging their dreams and developing a positive outlook for the future.
Children get a chance to show their talent
Children being given tilak
At the JITO Seva Diwali programme the children showed their talent through dance, singing and acting. Their enthusiasm and confidence on stage became the highlight of the event. The JITO Youth Wing tried to give the children an atmosphere where they could freely display their art and feel special. The presence of Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh and actress Genelia D’Souza made the day even more memorable for them, while a spectacular drone show added sparkle to the celebration. Along with entertainment, the programme laid emphasis on giving the children encouragement and a sense of belonging.
JITO Youth Wing: a strong platform of youth power, social concern and service
Pratik Surya
Through its service work and social concern, the JITO Youth Wing, Indore has earned a distinct identity among the country’s active youth organisations. For the last five years this wing of Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) has used ‘JITO Seva Diwali’ as an occasion to share festival joy and bring smiles to the faces of needy children. The aim is to take Diwali’s happiness to every section of society and to connect young people with service, compassion and social participation. People’s involvement in the event keeps growing. While about 2,000 children took part in ‘JITO Seva Diwali’ last year, this time the number rose to more than 3,000. The growing participation of children reflects the acceptance of the initiative and its social impact. The JITO Youth Wing’s effort is that festival joy should not remain limited to a few, and that more and more children get a chance to be part of the celebration and live memorable moments.
Views of organisers and guests
Prakhar Mehta, Chairman, JITO Youth Wing, Indore
Not one day’s joy, but an effort to change the future
Prakhar Mehta, Chairman of JITO Youth Wing, Indore, said the focus of this initiative is not limited to giving children festival joy. “Keeping in mind children’s education, needs and skill development, our organisation has resolved to arrange facilities that will serve them for a long time. The plan to build five e-libraries and two skill development centres is a step in this direction. Through e-libraries we aim to provide children digital resources for studying, and through skill development centres to give them opportunities to learn new skills. We also plan to provide monitors, desks and other educational facilities as needed. The initiative to help with the school fees of more than 3,000 children is also part of this service campaign. The aim of these efforts is to reduce the difficulties in children’s studies and give them better opportunities to fulfil their dreams.”
Rishabh Modi, Secretary, JITO Youth Wing, Indore
A light of joy that stays for a long time
Rishabh Modi, Secretary of JITO Youth Wing, Indore, said this initiative, which has brought happiness to more than 3,000 children, is not limited to giving Diwali gifts but also gives society an important message of service and responsibility. The true meaning of service is not only meeting someone’s present need but also providing opportunities to make their future better. The effort of JITO Youth Wing, Indore is that along with bringing Diwali smiles to children’s faces, new possibilities of education, skill development and self-reliance are added to their lives. The broader aim is to give children opportunities to move towards a better future. The campaign links festival joy with social concern and shows that the meaning of Diwali lies not only in lighting up homes, but also in awakening hope, confidence and a new ray of a bright future in the lives of needy children.
Mayank Doshi
An initiative to shape the nation’s future
JITO Youth Wing Indore’s Seva Diwali is not merely an event to celebrate the festival with children, but a meaningful initiative to shape the country’s future. The effort being made for children’s education and a better future gives them the opportunity to become self-reliant. With proper guidance and support, these very children will tomorrow become a strong foundation of society and the nation.
Tina Jain
Sharing joy is the true Diwali
Diwali does not mean only lighting lamps in one’s own home, but spreading the light of happiness in others’ lives too. JITO Seva Diwali embodies this spirit. Celebrating the festival with needy children and supporting their future teaches us that our joys are complete only when others share in them.
Himanshu Shah
Diwali made meaningful by children’s smiles
The real joy of Diwali lies in bringing smiles to others’ faces. Seeing the children’s happiness at JITO Seva Diwali, one feels there can be no better way to celebrate a festival. The initiative to take on responsibility for children’s education builds their confidence while shaping their future. This is the biggest success of the event.
Pramod Chordia
Joy of the festival grows by sharing happiness
The growing participation of children every year in JITO Seva Diwali reflects the popularity and positive impact of the event. The real joy of festivals lies in sharing happiness with others. This JITO initiative gives needy children hope for a better future and also strengthens the spirit of service, cooperation and sensitivity in society.
Ujjwal Pagaria
Youth initiative is an inspiration for society
The enthusiasm and dedication with which the JITO Youth Wing organises Seva Diwali is inspiring. Seeing the children’s talent and eagerness to move ahead, one is confident that with the right opportunity and guidance they can reach new heights. Such positive initiatives by young people have the potential to bring meaningful change in society.
Kamlesh Sojatiya
True happiness comes from service and compassion
Kindness, service, compassion and charity are what make life meaningful. Taking these very values as its foundation, the JITO youth wing has turned Seva Diwali into an inspiring campaign. This effort to bring joy into the lives of needy children and support their education is exemplary for society. The children’s smiles are its biggest reward.
Hitendra Mehta
Service and dedication are essential for the event
I do regret not being able to attend the programme this year, but I am happy at the success of JITO Seva Diwali. The dedication of the youth and their effort for the bright future of children is commendable. This event proves that when service and sensitivity join the festivals, happiness multiplies manifold.
Dilip C. Jain
Children’s happiness is the greatest gift
On Diwali we give each other many gifts, but bringing a smile to the face of a needy child is the most priceless gift. JITO Seva Diwali is an effort to give children happiness and new wings to their dreams. The youth wing’s dedication and spirit of service inspire cooperation in society.
