The first visit to the Ruchika alternative school was really an exhilarating experience for all of us. The day began with a slight drizzle and we all were speculative about whether we would be able to go, but thankfully the skies cleared up at around 8:30 a.m. and we all set out.

During the journey,while enjoying the scenic beauty around us,we began discussing about what to expect when we reach there. Soon we were within sight of the school. The calm ambience and the resplendent nature of the place was appealing to us.

The children and their teacher greeted us with enthusiasm and after a brief introduction we had some fun activities with them. During the course of these activities we all realised that these children are as talented as anyone of us and it is only due to the lack of amenities and proper growth opportunities that their talents go unrecognized. It is these children who are the future of our country and if we don't think about them then who will??

The 3 hours we spent with them was truly an eye opener and brought us to terms with the limitations of our society.Those hours spent laughing and dancing with these kids gave us a new insight on how people can struggle for basic nessecities and still celebrate every small event.

Each child is unique in his/her own way and it is the duty of the society to nurture their talents.

Education doesn't only depend on studies but on infrastructure as well and it is through this facet that we aim to develop the society there. The damaged toilet and the defunct rain water harvesting system were of immediate concern and we promised to deal with them A.S.A.P.

Finally, we bid farewell to the kids and set off to return to XIMB with some fond memories and a firm resolve to build a long standing relationship with the school.