On the occasion of Children’s Day, the National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell of Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS), in collaboration with EduMedha and the Sports Club of JIMS, successfully organized a friendly Cricket Match on 14th November 2025 for children of Alipur Home for Boys and Lajpat Nagar Home for Boys.
The event aimed to celebrate Children’s Day in a meaningful manner by promoting sportsmanship, physical fitness, teamwork, and social interaction. Two teams of 11 NSS student volunteers each actively participated as players and mentors, engaging the children in a joyful and inclusive sporting environment. The matches were conducted in two sessions (Morning and Afternoon) across both venues, accompanied by T-shirt distribution and interactive sessions that fostered enthusiasm and confidence among the children.
The initiative provided valuable learning experiences for NSS volunteers by enhancing their leadership, organizational skills, empathy, and sense of social responsibility, while offering children an opportunity to experience encouragement, recognition, and healthy competition. The event was marked by high energy, discipline, and fair play, creating a memorable and positive impact on all participants.
Overall, the Children’s Day Cricket Match stood as a successful NSS social outreach activity, strengthening community bonds and reinforcing the spirit of service, compassion, and teamwork through sports.
Introduction
On the occasion of Children’s Day, a friendly Cricket Match was jointly organized by the NSS Cell of Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS), EduMedha, and the Sports Club of JIMS. The event aimed to engage children from local boys’ homes in a joyful and meaningful manner through sports, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and healthy competition.
The activity was conducted on 14th November 2025, with enthusiastic participation from JIMS students who volunteered as players and mentors. The event successfully created an environment of encouragement, confidence-building, and social interaction for the children.
Objectives
The key objectives of the event were:
- To celebrate Children’s Day with residents of boys’ homes in a meaningful and inclusive way.
- To promote physical fitness, sportsmanship, and a healthy lifestyle among children.
- To encourage teamwork, coordination, and positive social interaction between JIMS students and children.
- To develop leadership, responsibility, and organizational skills among NSS volunteers.
- To create a joyful, memorable, and motivating experience for all participants.
Event Details
Organizers: JIMS NSS, EduMedha, Sports Club of JIMS
Date: 14th November 2025 (Children’s Day)
Participants from JIMS: Two teams consisting of 11 students each
Venues:
- Alipur Home for Boys
- Lajpat Nagar Home for Boys
Schedule:
- Alipur Home: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Lajpat Nagar Home: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Activities Conducted:
- Friendly cricket matches
- T-shirt distribution
- Interaction and engagement with children
Participation and Teamwork
A total of 22 students from JIMS actively participated as players and mentors.
Volunteers were divided into teams and played alongside the children, fostering collaboration and mutual support.
Children from both homes participated enthusiastically, displaying high energy, excitement, and competitive spirit.
The event created meaningful bonding opportunities, enhancing communication, cooperation, and encouragement between students and children.
T-shirt distribution added to the excitement and boosted morale.
The atmosphere was filled with cheers, friendly rivalry, and joy as children actively engaged in batting, bowling, and fielding.
Learnings and Outcomes
Teamwork: Participants learned the importance of cooperation, coordination, and effective communication.
Leadership: NSS volunteers enhanced leadership skills by guiding teams, managing matches, and making quick decisions.
Empathy and Social Responsibility: Volunteers gained a deeper understanding of the needs of children in institutional care, fostering compassion and social awareness.
Confidence and Motivation: Children experienced increased confidence and morale through encouragement and participation.
Organizational Skills: Planning schedules, coordinating activities, and managing logistics strengthened organizational capabilities of NSS volunteers.
Conclusion
The Cricket Match organized on Children’s Day was a resounding success and left a lasting positive impact on both the children and the NSS volunteers. Through sports, the event promoted team spirit, joy, leadership, empathy, and community engagement, effectively fulfilling the objectives of the National Service Scheme. The initiative strengthened bonds, nurtured social values, and created cherished memories for all involved.