’A Day in a Paddy Field’ organized by Don Bosco English Medium School Shirva

Media Release
Bellevision Media Network

Udupi/Shirva, 13 Aug: On 12 August 2024, the Scouts and Guides of Don Bosco English Medium School Shirva  participated in an engaging and educational activity titled "A Day in a Paddy Field." This event was organized to provide students with first-hand experience of agricultural practices, emphasizing the importance of paddy cultivation in our country.

 

The day began with a formal stage program held at the garden of Sri.Vijay Dheeraj. The chief guest Ln.Umesh Kulal, the president of Lions Club Bantakal  who highlighted the significance of understanding traditional farming methods in the modern world. Principal of our school Rev.Fr.Rolwyn Joy Aranha has emphasized the role of agriculture in sustaining livelihoods and the importance of connecting with nature. 

 

Correspondent of our school Rev.Dr.Leslie Dsouza addressed the students and shared insights on the rich history of paddy cultivation in our region. 

The programme also included Journey to the Paddy Field after the stage program, the students, accompanied by teachers, headed to the nearby paddy field. The activities began with explanation and demonstration by the agriculturist, a businessman Mr. Vijay Dheeraj and members of Lions Club Bantakal. 

 

Students observed how the fields are prepared for planting and learned about the different tools used in the process. They also had the opportunity to try their hand at ploughing, which many found both challenging and fun. they carefully planted the seedlings in the wet, muddy fields. This activity gave them a deeper appreciation of the labour-intensive process involved in paddy cultivation.