GATHERING OF VOLUNTEERS OF JNANA PRABODHINI

A day long gathering of Members of Jnana Prabodhini had planned on Saturday, 30th January 2010 at Jnana Prabodhini Bhavan 510 Sadashiv Peth Pune 411030.

Dvitiya Pratijnit Volunteers, Active Volunteers and Members of Jnana Prabodhini attended this gathering.

Different facets of Jnana Prabodhini are known to the society through its activities organized as a Public Trust or Organization nurturing volunteers for Social Change or a Thought Movement.

Updating the volunteers about the recent activities, practices and thinking in all the three aspects of Jnana Prabodhini was the aim of this get together.

The Program included experience sharing, Discussions, Singing Prabodhan Songs, etc.

The Program began at 10.00 AM and was over by 6.00 PM.

Jnana Prabodhini Vijnan Dal

Science Project Workshop

Jnana Prabodhini's Vijnan Dal organised a six day workshop for 29 students and 9 teachers from 10 Vivekanand Kendra Vidyalayas of Assam.

The workshop was coordinated with the joint efforts from Vigyan Ashram, Pabal and Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT), Pune.

On first two days, participants learnt many mechanical skills while working on projects like solar cooker, solar dryers.Children worked in Electronic Laboratory of VIT under guidance of Prof. Shidore.She inspired children to learn basic skills required to make electronic gadgets.

On fourth day children did aero modeling under the supervision of Mr.Sadanand Kale.The day ended with great experience of preparing simple models based on Scientific Principles. It was enriching experience to work under Prof. Ulhas and Sumita Tumme.

On penultimate day participants visited Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology to learn basics of Monsoon and Tropical Climate Science.In the afternoon they enjoyed visit to IUCAA.

On the last day children presented programmes depicting glimpses of Culture of Assam.

MPSC Results 2009

Result of MPSC 2006 was declared on 8 June 2009. Of the 420 candidates selected from through out the state; above 120 candidates were Jnana Prabodhini Competitive Exam Center (JPCEC) students.

· The highlights of this year’s result are:

· First 7 candidates in Maharashtra were JPCEC students!

· Shama Dhok stood first in all candidates in Maharashtra.

· Nilesh Kshirsagar stood first in men candidates in Maharashtra.

· 11 candidates selected for the post of Deputy Collector.

· 8 candidates selected for the post of DYSP/ACP.

· 12 candidates selected for the post of Tahsildar.

· Including these candidates 45 candidates were selected for Group A services.

· And 77 candidates were selected for Group B services.

SAHYADRI-HIMALAYA COMES CLOSER, ARUNACHAL GOVERNOR DEDICATES A STATUS OF SHIVAJI AT TAWANG

Bhavya Himalaya Tumacha Amacha, Priya Majha Sahyakada’ is one of the popular poems during our school days. However, today, while serving in remote Himalayan state of Aruanchal Pradesh, today I am feeling very proud to inform that today thousands of miles of distance between Sahyadri and Himalaya was bridged by unveiling of a beautiful statue of Chhatarpati Shivaji Maharaj, at Tawang close to Indo-china border. His Excellency the Governor of Aruanchal Pradesh Gen J J Singh, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) dedicated this statue to the people of Aruanchal Pradesh and hoped that it will draw a great amount of inspirations to this state. Saluting the contributions made by the Maratha regiment in the State especially in the picturesque district of Tawang, known for its 400 year old monastery, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Gen JJ Singh, who is a Honorary Colonel of the Maratha Light Infantry, did the honour of unveiling today on June 3, 2009.

It is worth mentioning that Maratha regiment, to which our Governor belongs, has done commendable job in Arunachal Pradesh. For years together various Maratha units were posted in this area. During 1982-84, Governor himself commanded 9 Maratha battalion in Lohit Valley. 22 Maratha under the command of Col SDK Patil, has constructed 22 kms of Tawang to Bumla road during 1983-84 which is also named as Chhatrapati Shivaji Road. This road leads to Indo-China border. Incidentally in those years they received tremendous help from our current Chief Minister Shri Dorjee Khandu who hails from Tawang area.

The idea of putting up the statue was supported by the Governor and Chief Minister and is the joint venture between Indian Army and Government of Arunachal Pradesh. Brigadier Ashok Ambre and Shri Prashant Lokhande, IAS, Secretary to Governor and Secretary Planning meticulously worked on this project.

Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, Col SDK Patil (Retd), who led the first spade work some decades back, GOC, 5 Mtn Division along with district officers and people of Tawang were present on the auspicious occasion. Incidentally Shri Nipun Vinayak, Collector of Raigad, where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj built capital, was also present.

Giving a Marathi touch and adding festivity to the special occasion, Jnana Prabhodini team from Maharashtra presented a Powada recitation. These powadas echoed in the beautiful Tawangchu Valley and the people were charmed by the shear strength and inspirations though these powadas..

Speaking on the occasion the Governor urged upon the army personnel to have cordial relationship with the denizens of this strategically important State, which is felt will be helpful in long run. He also recalled the magnificent contributions of the uniformed personnel towards all Arunachalees.

Taking part in the ceremony, Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj of Kolhapur who was specially invited for this function, inaugurated a photo gallery which ushered the glimpses of forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj which are the symbol of bravery and great Swaraj.

It may be mentioned here Bumla Hut, which at the Indo-China Border was constructed by All Ranks of 1 Maratha LI (JANGLI PALTAN) and inaugurated by Maj. Gen. ND Jetli, VSM on 29th May 2000. Let me also inform that Tawang is the district headquarter in Aruanchal Pradesh very close to Indo-China border. A fierce battle was fought here in 1962 with Chinese, generally known as NEFA war. 19 Maratha Battalion was deployed here during this war. The horse ridden statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj will be a symbol of bravery and national integration.

I on the behalf of Gen J J Singh and the Government of Aruanchal Pradesh would like to thank to Indian Army, Jnana-Prabhodini, Pune, Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, Col SDK Patil, Major R Gonte, Shri Vijay Swamy and other team members for making the event a great success.

-- Prashant S Lokhande, IAS

Secretary to Governor and Secretary (Planning)

Aruanachal Pradesh

Jnana Prabodhini 's Institute Of Psychology

Comprehensive Child Development Program

During April and May, Prajna Manas Samshodhika of Jnana Prabodhini conducted Comprehensive Child Development Program (CCDP). There were 3 batches of CCDP – 20 to 26 April, 4-10 May and 18-24 May. The program was also conducted in Ratnagiri.

CCDP is mainly conducted by school psychologists. It includes different activities such as Intellectual games, Fun games, Craft activities, One day picnic, Songs in different languages are also taught such as - Punjabi, Kannada and Japanese. All children are given one interesting subject for project which was supposed to present on the last day of program. School Psychologists observe each child very carefully. On the last day, a parent meeting is held and psychologists discuss their observations about the children with their parents.

Science Popularization

A film festival based on scientific themes was organized from 14th May to 18th May. Following films were screened:

1. Private Life of Plants
2. Fantastic Voyage
3. E=mc2
4. The hitch-hiker’s guide to the galaxy

The festival was attended by about 40 viewers.

Jnana Prabodhini Kashmir Group

A study camp was organized on 16th and 17th May.12 volunteers participated to discuss various topics related to Jammu and Kashmir.

Lectures by Vivek Ponkshe, Maj.General Desouza (Retd.),Sanjay Kanade, Prashant Divekar,Sachin Gadgil and Anil Sahasrabudhhe were arranged. Group discussed different aspects of history of J&K conflict, Peace & Development and activities of Kashmir.

Jnana Prabodhini Competitive Exam Center

UPSC Results 2009

This year's results for UPSC Examinations are announced. Out of 70 students selected from Maharashtra 37 belong to Jnana Prabodhini's Center for Competitive Examinations