Singrauli: The much-awaited “Mega Summer Camp-Aarohan 2026”, organized by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, concluded on a high note with colorful closing ceremonies held across all NCL projects. The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from thousands of children, providing them with a platform to explore and develop their talents in sports, arts, and cultural activities.
The closing ceremony at NCL Headquarters was attended by Rajesh Trivedi, General Manager (Human Resources/Welfare), representatives of labour unions, members of the Sports Promotion Board, officials, employees, and members of the local community.
Addressing the gathering, Rajesh Trivedi congratulated the participating children and said that NCL had planted the seed of talent among young minds through Aarohan. He emphasized that it is now the responsibility of parents to nurture these abilities and provide opportunities for children to excel further.
“Every child possesses a unique talent. What they often need is the right platform to showcase it. Through Aarohan, NCL has made a sincere effort to provide that opportunity,” he said. He also expressed gratitude to the trainers for their dedicated efforts and praised the NCL Welfare Department for successfully organizing the camp through meticulous planning and teamwork.
Recognition for National and International Achievers
A special highlight of the closing ceremony was the felicitation of former Aarohan participants who have earned recognition and championship titles at national and international sporting events. Children attending the camp also impressed the audience with demonstrations of the sports and cultural skills they had learned during the programme.
Participation Across 13 Disciplines
The summer camp, which began on May 21, attracted 4,718 children aged between 6 and 14 years. Under the guidance of experienced coaches and trainers, participants received training in 13 different disciplines.
According to camp statistics, Athletics recorded the highest participation with 1,323 children, followed by Football (632), Dance and Music (623), Cricket (515), Badminton (497), Kabaddi (235), Swimming (234), Arts and Crafts (219), Volleyball (173), Judo-Karate (122), Skating (114), Table Tennis (20), and Basketball (11) participants.
Commitment to Cleanliness and Healthy Living
During the concluding event, participants, parents, and officials took a cleanliness pledge, committing themselves to maintaining clean surroundings, disposing of waste responsibly, and avoiding the use of single-use plastics.
Since its launch in 2018, Aarohan has become one of NCL’s flagship community initiatives, aimed at encouraging children to develop an interest in sports and creative pursuits. The programme also seeks to reduce excessive dependence on mobile phones and online gaming by promoting physical fitness, discipline, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles.
To ensure participants’ well-being, NCL arranged nutritious meals and refreshments throughout the camp. Over the years, Aarohan has emerged as a valuable platform for children and youth in the Singrauli region to discover their potential, sharpen their skills, and embrace a more active and healthy way of life.
— Reported by Ravindra Kesari
