The Essence of Swaraj On the historic day of August 15th, 1947, a nation rose from the shackles of colonial oppression to embrace freedom. India, a land rich in culture, diversity, and resilience, embarked on a remarkable journey towards freedom, leaving a permanent mark on the annals of history. The story of India's independence is not merely a chronicle of political struggle; it is a saga of courage, sacrifice, and firm determination that continues to inspire generations.   The road to independence was paved with the blood, sweat, and tears of countless individuals who dared to dream of a better tomorrow. Leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, and countless others became the symbol of hope, igniting the flame of revolution in the hearts of millions. The non-violent resistance led by Mahatma Gandhi, through acts like the Salt March, showcased the power of unity and commitment to justice.   However, the journey was not without its trials and

  It is a well known that our Earth, despite having ¾ of its surface covered by water doesn’t have enough water for humans. The reason, also known, is that 97 percent of it is saline water which is unusable. Of the 3 percent we do have, the expanding human population wasted and polluted much of it continuously to make way for water and sanitation crisis. In the recent years we have realized this and started to work to change it. But the change is not being able to keep up with the constant damage. Hence comes the need to accelerate it. While large projects like building dams help in accelerating change, small changes collectively make a much bigger impact. For example, fixing a leaking tap wasting 500 ml of water a day may not seem much but if all millions of citizens fix their taps, then in just a day millions of litres of water and rupees will be saved. There are numerous ways in the internet for saving water that you can do.     Another way to accelerate change can be found in

  There was a boy named Arun. He lived in a small village in Mumbai. Belonging from a rich family, he got whatever he wanted. So, gradually he became greedy. He used to waste a lot of water everyday while taking shower, not switching off the taps as there was no shortage of water. His parents used to warn him but he did not listened to anyone. One day, while he was sleeping, he suddenly saw a bright light. She was like human but had wings and was dressed well. She told Arun, “Why you waste so much water? Water is so much essential to all of us.” Arun answered, “There is so much water available and it is free to all. So, everyone should use it freely and it does not matter if we waste it.” She replied, “You will face the consequences one day. Next day, when he woke up, he thought it to be a dream and did not think much about it. He still wasted water. One day, in the morning, he saw the news that there is very less water left on Earth. He still disbelieved the news. The next day

  One day, all the planets of our solar system were having a meeting. They were talking about how their lives were, their daily experiences, and so on. Suddenly Jupiter said, “Really Earth, you are so lucky to have all those creatures living with you.” “Yeah! Wish I had some companions too. I sometimes feel so lonely –”, Uranus piped up. Venus said sadly, “Look at me. I always feel so hot. And look at Earth, how pleasant his temperature always is! I really wish I could be as blue as you.” “See friends, I am the closest to Earth and we are almost alike. We have almost   the same atmosphere, same temperature and the same soil. Still, I have no life and it’s only because I don't have water. Just because he has water, Earth is always so green and full of life! I sometimes actually feel jealous, you know.” said Mercury matter-of-factly. Earth laughed. Then he took a deep sigh and said, “To be honest, there was a time when I used to be really happy for having with me so many sp

To the transparent water; O’ you nature’s daughter, How are you so calm, so cold? How do you grab the world ahold? Why are you so kind, to show the way to the blind? How are you so noble? Why do you even care for the smallest cobble? O’ the guardian of life, You are why we are alive. Why do you still love us, when we create a fuss? Thus you are our precious mother, you forgive us albeit we inflict disasters one after another. Thus is our oath to your kindness, we shall always be righteous. Hence we shall conserve every loch, for our succeeding flock.

Their Martyrdom - Our Freedom It is us enjoying the freedom, At the cost of their martyrdom. They fought till they had naught, It was freedom that they sought. Being independent, We forget, on whom we were dependent. Bullets wounded them But the hope of independence served as their helm. It was finally fifteenth of August, When India became free of the imperialistic curse. The martyrs' wishes were fulfilled. The wounds on India's freedom were healed.   Finally, the Tiranga was swung, It was a breeze like a breath of India's own lungs.   It was then that we had an identity of our own As it was the martyrs by whom the seeds of freedom were sown.   So on this prosperous day let us remember those To whom the credit of independence goes.   JAI HIND!