New Delhi, 27 Nov : SOS Children’s Villages India, one of the the country’s largest self-implementing childcare NGO recently celebrated Tarang 2024 – showcasing the diverse talents and potential of children from it‘s 32 villages across India. This year’s Tarang was a special event as the entire programme was conceptualised and implemented by children and youth. The event culminated in a grand finale at the Sri Sathya Sai Auditorium in Lodhi Road, New Delhi. This annual celebration reinforces the non-profit’s commitment to nurturing every child’s unique spirit and potential, ensuring they receive the care and opportunities needed to learn, grow, and shine.
Tarang 2024 featured an exciting array of activities, from sports like volleyball and football to a wide range of cultural competitions, providing children with a platform to showcase their creativity and talents. Over 100 children from SOS Children’s Villages across India took centre stage, sharing moments of happiness, resilience and achievements beyond academics after qualifying for the finals after the zonal competitions. At SOS Children’s Villages India, the mission extends beyond formal education, focusing on holistic development that builds confidence and nurtures passions in arts, sports, music, and more—empowering each child to thrive and discover their unique potential. 2 settled youth from the SOS India family shared their journey with their younger brothers and sisters and discussed how to works towards goals in life.
The grand finale celebrated winners of various competitions, honouring their hard work, dedication, and achievements. The young champions are all set to inspire others, highlighting the value of fostering creativity, self-expression, and holistic growth alongside academic success. Their accomplishments underscore SOS Children’s Villages India’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals and empowering children to realise their full potential.
Sumanta Kar, CEO, SOS Children’s Villages India, spoke about Tarang and the importance of fostering self-expression, stating, “Tarang is a celebration of who we are and the incredible potential embodied by our children and their achievements. SOS Children’s Villages India promotes child and youth participation in all of the decision making that affect their lives so that they attain their fullest potential and become self-reliant individuals. It offers a platform to honour not just their accomplishments, but also the personal journeys that have brought them here. This celebration goes beyond competition, it is about creating a nurturing space where children can feel safe and explore their passions. Whether in sports, arts, or other pursuits, we aim to empower them to see that their talents are as meaningful as their dreams, and, with the right support, they hold the power to shape their futures.”
Tarang 2024 also paid heartfelt tribute to the retired mothers whose dedication and love have deeply impacted the lives of the children in their care. Through their compassion and selfless support, these remarkable women have nurtured countless children’s emotional well-being and success, fostering a safe and supportive environment where each child can truly thrive.
SOS Children’s Villages India remains committed to holistic child development, celebrating each child’s unique abilities and fostering an inclusive environment where dreams are nurtured, and potential is realised.
About SOS Children’s Villages of India
Established in 1964, SOS Children’s Villages India provides children without parental care or at the risk of losing it a value chain of quality care services that goes beyond childcare alone, ensuring comprehensive child development. Our customised care interventions, such as Family Like Care, Family Strengthening, Kinship Care, Short Stay Homes, Foster Care, Youth Skilling, Emergency Childcare, and Special Needs Childcare are aimed at transforming lives and enabling children under our care into self-reliant and contributing members of society. The organisation empowers vulnerable families in communities to become financially independent, enabling them to create safe and nurturing spaces for children under their care. Today, over 6,500 children live in more than 440 family homes inside 32 SOS Children’s Villages India, in 22 States/UTs, from Srinagar to Pune and Bhuj to Shillong. They are lovingly cared for and nurtured by SOS Mothers and Aunts. As India’s most extensive self-implementing childcare NGO, SOS Children’s Villages India has empowered over 65,000 children annually, positively impacting over 83000 lives.
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