Indore Collector Shivam Verma Celebrates Diwali With Children, Distributes Gifts

Indore, 7 November 2026: Collector Shivam Verma celebrated Diwali with the children living at the government-run Child Protection Ashram, sharing the festive joy with them and distributing gifts, new clothes and sweets.

The special programme was organised in accordance with the directions of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav. The Collector reached the ashram and joined the children in the Diwali celebrations. Through his participation, he made the children a part of the festival and spent time with them in an atmosphere of warmth and affection.

During the visit, Collector Verma spoke personally with the children and asked about their well-being. He also spent time with them during the celebrations. The children were visibly happy after receiving the gifts and sweets, while the entire ashram remained filled with enthusiasm and festive excitement.

The Collector shared sweets with the children and also joined them in bursting fireworks on the occasion of Diwali. His interaction with the children and participation in the celebrations added to the festive atmosphere at the ashram.

“It is a pleasant experience to celebrate Diwali among children. Children are the bright future of the country,” Collector Verma said. He added that seeing the children happy brings joy to his heart and strengthens his belief that the future of the country is bright.

Collector Verma said that he always tries to celebrate all festivals and special occasions with children. He said this is intended to ensure that the children living at the Child Protection Ashram also receive a sense of family-like affection and are able to share in the happiness of the festivals.

He also said that providing better facilities to children is important, but it is equally necessary to familiarise them with Indian festivals, traditions and culture. With this objective, all festivals are celebrated at the ashram with enthusiasm and in the traditional manner.

The Collector said the children’s enthusiasm and smiles make these celebrations even more special. He wished all the children a bright future and said everyone hopes that they move ahead, achieve success in life and contribute to the development of the country.

Chief Executive Officer of the Zila Panchayat Himanshu Prajapati and Additional Collector Rinkesh Vaishya, along with other officers, were also present during the programme.