Bal Natya Utsav Nov '08 - Dilli Haat

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The 10th Bal Natya Utsav was organised at the Dilli Haat by Child Rights and You (CRY) in Nov'08. This street theatre festival is organised every year to spread awareness among people about child rights.


Various drama groups voiced their opinions through plays on issues like girl education,child labour, health and child trafficking.

A street play was also conducted by Manorath volunteers. It was an eye openerfor many people who liked the theme and concept of right to education for children.
Group photo of Manorath volunteers who participated in the street play

Such street plays provide an open forum where any child can express his/her opinion about issues impacting them. Street plays help spreading awareness among people.
Manorath volunteers plan to conduct such street plays at different public places to generate awareness regarding right to education and child rights among common people.
Location: Dilli Haat, West Kidwai Nagar, Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

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