In collaboration with the National Arts Council, the Indian High Commission has organised a painting competition for children under the theme "What children can do for the society."

The competition took place across two categories:  5- to 8 year-olds in a junior category and 8 years-olds and up as the senior category.

Held at the Indian High Commission Friday November 14, the event commemorated the birthday of India’s first and longest-serving Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru.  Born in November 1889, the prime minister was known for his love of children, which is why the day is observed in India as Children’s Day.

According to Indian High Commissioner Malay Mishra, it was imperative for Seychelles to organise an activity for its children.

Together with the National Arts Council, which is concerned with the promotion of art and culture in Seychelles, children from different schools on Mahe were regrouped with the help of art teachers.

“This competition is aimed at helping young children to develop their sense of creativity and enhance the use of their imagination, ” said Commisioner Mishra.                                                 

For the competition, young artists had to draw for 90 minutes and a panel of artists from the National Arts Council will judge the work.  

Three winners in each category will be selected and prizes will be given on January 26, 2004 in an exhibition at the National Arts Council to mark India’s National Day.

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