Special kids share stories with art
Deccan ChronicleHYDERABAD: “These children weren’t just drawing superheroes; they were showing us what it means to be one,” said an attendee at the 'Taare Zameen Par,' a painting competition organised by Area 9 of Round Table India. The event was held on Children’s Day at the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities in Secunderabad with 500 differently abled and physically challenged children. Sivananda Naik stood beside his son, K. Sai Ram, encouraging him with gentle words as he drew his tree on the ‘Go Green’ theme. “I’ve learned a lot about building trust with these children, and how important it is to reinforce affection.” According to Tabler Kowshik Yakkala, area vice-chair, the competition was part of a nationwide event held in 130 cities, with over 10,000 children participating.
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