Guyana: Meera Narine, Chairman of the Essequibo (a youth organization of the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha) states that camps have successfully lured youth in a very large number and every Naujawan is pleased and happy with this accomplishment.

She further adds that when they began with the program the strength was very low, some 20 to 40 people, but as it gained recognition and popularity, it caught speed and now more than 60 youths are engaged on Sundays. She also wants to motivate and persuade the guardians to let their children out.

More than 60 youths showed up at different temples all around the region on Sunday. A 1-day camp was organized at the Affiance Mandir in which two youth marked their presence. The camp started with prayers followed by some useful talks regarding career in addition to some fun games and exercises.

Youths also participated in Chowtaal singing and were busy getting their minds ready for Holi which is towards the end of this month. Moreover, Hanuman Chalisa, as well as Gayatri Mantra, were chanted.

Pandit Kaydar Persaud, President, Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha, Essequibo Coast Praant, utilized this occasion to motivate youths to bring positivity in them and continue participating in camps like this.

He requested them to indulge themselves in sports activities, reading and visiting temples.

Towards the closure of the camp, youths were grateful to Naujawan for arranging the event. They appreciated their efforts and enjoyed all the activities.

Camps like these will be organized every month with an objective of active youth participation. (Inputs from guyanatimesgy.com)