Ganesh Festival 2025: Students Transform Temporary Structures into Educational Spaces for Lessons

Children across various communities are playing a significant role in transforming the Ganesh Chaturthi festivities into immersive learning experiences.

The vibrant energy of children during Ganeshotsav is not just limited to their participation as spectators. They are the creators, the showstoppers, and the driving force behind the celebrations.

A study by the National Institute of Child Health suggests that children involved in cultural festivals are 35% more likely to show higher social awareness and teamwork skills. This is evident in the initiatives taken by children to make Ganesh Chaturthi more eco-friendly. More than 60% of eco-friendly initiatives in housing societies, such as the use of clay idols, waste segregation, or no-plastic zones, were introduced at the insistence of children.

Children's active participation in Ganeshotsav nurtures a sense of belonging that carries into adulthood. Seerat Ohri, an 18-year-old from Delhi, prepares modaks for her society's Ganeshotsav and plans to share them with her new college friends. Kashvi Kapur, a 16-year-old from Delhi, assists with the decoration of pandals, preparation of dance performances, and ensuring arrangements for Ganeshotsav in her society. Raghav Kapoor, a 14-year-old from Mumbai, finds joy in performing skits for Ganeshotsav and uploads them to his YouTube channel.

Pandals are not just places of worship but crucibles of social learning. Children can learn about leadership, empathy, and other valuable qualities within these sacred spaces. Educationists believe festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi serve as immersive classrooms for children, where they can develop artistic expression, fine motor skills, and a strong sense of environmental responsibility.

The laughter, honesty, and creativity of children are essential to the Ganpati festival, according to Archana Burman. A little girl distributing prasad discovers kindness, while a boy ensuring waste is segregated learns responsibility. Lessons that engrave themselves deep into a child's subconscious, shaping character and values that last a lifetime.

In many housing societies, children brainstorm themes for the celebrations, bringing creativity and relevance to the festivities. Societies increasingly encourage children to step into the spotlight, enhancing their communication skills, stage confidence, and ability to work as a team.

Children who participate in festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi often learn important life lessons such as kindness, responsibility, and the importance of teamwork and social awareness. Their involvement in festivals can remind adults of the festival's essence: joy, togetherness, and simplicity.

These environmentally friendly initiatives in residential areas, such as the production of Tonidoles, waste separation, or "plastic-free zones," were proposed by children in 2022. Children act as silent ambassadors for eco-friendly practices during Ganeshotsav.

Children's curiosity during Ganeshotsav keeps customs dynamic and relevant. Studies on child development show that experiential learning, through hands-on activities, improves problem-solving ability and emotional resilience.

In conclusion, the role of children in Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations is multifaceted and significant. They are not just observers but active participants, shaping the future of the festival and their own personal growth.

Ganesh Festival 2025: Students Transform Temporary Structures into Educational Spaces for Lessons