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Bala Vihar
Fun, Festivals & Learning
Colourful Celebrations
Connect to the Divine by learning the significance of – Shivratri, Rama Nauvmi, Janamastami, Dusshera, Divali, and Holi.
Develop patriotism by celebrating our National festivals – Republic day, Independence Day and Mahatma Gandhi’s birthday
Summer Camp
An extended Bala Vihar experience happens during the Summer Camp. Come the summer vacations, for three weeks the Lodhi Road centre is taken over by children of all ages.
The place comes alive to the sound of their laughter. In addition to the regular activities – dance, yoga, crafts, and dramatics are part of the Camp.
Grand Chinmaya Mission Summer Camp 2026
Post-Camp Report
Overview
The Summer Camp 2026 was conducted over three weeks with the objective of nurturing children through Gita chanting, value education, cultural learning, creativity, games, and spiritual growth. A total of 153 children participated, including 20 children from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS).
Participation & Reach
153 children participated, including 20 EWS children. The camp welcomed families from across Delhi-NCR and attracted both Chinmaya Mission families and those new to the Mission.
Diversity of Schools
Among the online registrations alone, children represented more than 40 schools across Delhi-NCR, including Sanskriti School, DPS RK Puram, The Shri Ram School, Shriram Millennium School, Heritage Experiential Learning School, Shiv Nadar School, Air Force Bal Bharti School, Vasant Valley School, Amity International School and many others.
Outreach Impact
A parent survey revealed that approximately 51% of responding families were new to Chinmaya Mission, while 49% were already associated with Bala Vihar or other Mission activities. This highlights the camp's effectiveness as an outreach initiative.
Parent Feedback
Feedback was overwhelmingly positive: Excellent – 50 responses, Very Good – 5, Good – 1, Needs Improvement – 1. Parents appreciated the dedication of the sevaks, the balance of learning and fun, and the values-based environment created for the children.
Challenges & Recommendations
Areas identified for improvement include streamlining registrations, reducing noise during chanting sessions, and considering a two-week format to reduce volunteer burnout and maintain attendance levels.
Indicators of Success
Key indicators include participation from 40+ schools, strong parent satisfaction, successful inclusion of EWS children, engagement of many first-time Mission families, and the potential conversion of participants into Bala Vihar students.
Conclusion
The camp strengthened Chinmaya Mission's outreach, visibility, and community impact. Its long-term success will be reflected in continued engagement of children and families through Bala Vihar and other Mission activities.
Post-Camp Report
Overview
The Summer Camp 2026 was conducted over three weeks with the objective of nurturing children through Gita chanting, value education, cultural learning, creativity, games, and spiritual growth. A total of 153 children participated, including 20 children from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS).
153 children participated, including 20 EWS children. The camp welcomed families from across Delhi-NCR and attracted both Chinmaya Mission families and those new to the Mission.
Among the online registrations alone, children represented more than 40 schools across Delhi-NCR, including Sanskriti School, DPS RK Puram, The Shri Ram School, Shriram Millennium School, Heritage Experiential Learning School, Shiv Nadar School, Air Force Bal Bharti School, Vasant Valley School, Amity International School and many others.
A parent survey revealed that approximately 51% of responding families were new to Chinmaya Mission, while 49% were already associated with Bala Vihar or other Mission activities. This highlights the camp's effectiveness as an outreach initiative.
Feedback was overwhelmingly positive: Excellent – 50 responses, Very Good – 5, Good – 1, Needs Improvement – 1. Parents appreciated the dedication of the sevaks, the balance of learning and fun, and the values-based environment created for the children.
Areas identified for improvement include streamlining registrations, reducing noise during chanting sessions, and considering a two-week format to reduce volunteer burnout and maintain attendance levels.
Key indicators include participation from 40+ schools, strong parent satisfaction, successful inclusion of EWS children, engagement of many first-time Mission families, and the potential conversion of participants into Bala Vihar students.
The camp strengthened Chinmaya Mission's outreach, visibility, and community impact. Its long-term success will be reflected in continued engagement of children and families through Bala Vihar and other Mission activities.
Chinmaya Mission Delhi
Delhi Chinmaya Sewa Trust,
89 – Lodhi Estate, Lodhi Road,
New Delhi – 110003.
Phone number - 011 - 41060024, 41060025
Email ID - ccwu@chinmayamissiondelhi.org
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