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Let’s act in time for children's well-being

Obesity is assuming alarming proportions in the city. In a startling finding, it was observed that every third child studying in a private school in the city is obese. Government schools also do not fare any better. The survey conducted by diabetes Foundation of India and National Diabetes, Obesity and Cholesterol Foundation (N-DOC) says obesity puts these children at the risk of developing diabetes and doctors say strict measures to control diet are needed to check this.

Besides diet, active sports can go a great deal in helping children to be strong men and women. Unfortunately, there are not many facilities in most of the societies to achieve this end.

However, our society does have space. We can definitely pool in our collective wisdom and find out ways by which the health of the children can be protected.

It is time to act. Remember, the pills (for diabetes, BP etc) which we start taking in 40s and 50s will be thrust upon our children in their 20s and 30s if we do not promote active sports among them. Competition in life is only going to increase, and so will be the stress.

I will request the management, and all the members/residents/tenants to pool their resources for a workable plan. thanks.

Regards

Atul Sondhi (Tenant)

Flat No 57

Options for Children to Play

Options suggested for children to play

In our times, when the world outside is so insecure, it is very important to provide playing facilities for children inside the society only. There are few ways to attain this end.

1) Our park is so big that it can easily be divided into five parts (back of C Block, front side of C block, in front of B block, between B and A block, and in front of A block). Can’t we reserve at least one part, with proper 2-story-high fencing which should not cost more than 15-20 thousand, for children to play? Rest can be used by the old ones for recreation. At least this little we can do for our children.

2) If this is not possible, at least a badminton court can be prepared in the space between B and C or B and A block. This should cost less than 5-10 thousands.

3) A little costlier option would be to convert table tennis room into a Gym (that is only if children are not playing there). A gym with air-conditioner with a major contribution by the society and minor by its members will go a long way towards helping the men, women and children to be fitness conscious.

4) one can also explore the option of a third gate (at the space where Lohri was celebrated) for limited hours for children to go and play in the park which is just 10 metres behind the society. One will not have to cross any main road and parents can also keep a watch on the children playing there. The park at the back can be watched form the stairs (backside) of the all three towers)

5) Meanwhile, it is very important to repair the swings

for the young children. Though some of them are badly broken, the repair will not cost much.

I think it is very important to take care of the children, and allow them a decent place to play.

Thanks

Atul Sondhi

Tenant, house no-57

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Thursday, February 3, 2011

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Let's act in time

Options for Children to Play