According to a report by Alt News, students at an educational institution were allegedly directed to participate in a theatrical performance glorifying Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The event is reportedly part of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan,' a month-long government-led campaign marking the Prime Minister's birthday and his 25 years in public service, which runs from September 17 to October 17.
The report claims that participants were instructed to chant slogans such as 'Modi hai toh mumkin hai' and 'Jai Sri Ram' during the proceedings. The 'Namo Seva: Untold Stories' initiative is described as a component of broader celebrations aimed at highlighting the government's achievements and public service milestones across the country.
While such campaigns are common in Indian political discourse, the involvement of students in overtly political performances has previously sparked debate regarding the boundaries between civic education and political messaging. The Union government has maintained that these initiatives are intended to foster a spirit of public service and awareness among the youth. No official response from the school administration or the relevant education department regarding the specific allegations of forced participation has been issued at this time.
The report provides specific details regarding a school event linked to the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' campaign. While this is a single-sourced report from Alt News, it is internally consistent and aligns with the documented timeframe of the government's month-long public service campaign.
No corroborating trusted sources found.
Original report: Alt News