Tura, Oct 21: In an effort to raise awareness about the increasing issue of excessive mobile use among children and its impact on their overall development, the Petrichor Pre-School, Ballonggre, under the management of William Initiative, Tura organized a community awareness program focused on mobile addiction among children on Saturday at Ballonggre Playground in Tura.

Approximately 150 enthusiastic attendees, including parents, elders from the Ballonggre area and children participated, eager to tackle the concerns surrounding mobile addiction.
The program commenced with a prayer led by Rev. Amos Ch. Sangma, a member of the School Management Committee (SMC) of Petrichor Pre-School, seeking blessings for the well-being of the community and success of the event.

Following the prayer, Dr. Gino A. Sangma, Director of Petrichor Pre-School, delivered the welcome address, in which he greeted all attendees and highlighted the importance of the event. Dr. Sangma emphasized the harmful effects of prolonged mobile use on children’s physical, emotional, and social development and called for collective action by parents, teachers, and the community to address this issue.

A skit on the theme of mobile addiction was performed by the teachers and staff of Petrichor Pre-School creatively showcasing how excessive screen time can disrupt family interactions and hinder a child’s growth. The skit was both engaging and informative, offering a visual representation of the topic.

Dr. Steve Cherak Sangma, Psychiatrist, Tura Civil Hospital was the keynote speaker for the event. He provided deep insights into mobile addiction among children, explaining how prolonged screen time can lead to behavioural issues, decreased academic performance, and social isolation. He further elaborated on the importance of setting clear boundaries for mobile usage and engaging children in physical and creative activities. Dr. Sangma also interacted with parents, answering their queries and offering practical tips to help manage their children’s screen time effectively.

Throughout the program, Wanda M Sangma entertained the crowd with his musical performances, adding a lively touch to the gathering with his song numbers.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Nicely Luckme M Marak, Headmistress of Petrichor Pre-School, who expressed her gratitude to all participants, especially Dr. Steve Cherak Sangma for sharing his knowledge and to the parents and community members for their enthusiastic involvement.

The awareness program provided valuable insights and actionable advice for parents and teachers on managing the issue of mobile addiction among children.

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