Jun 29, Kathmandu - Today marks the observance of Asadha 15, National Paddy Day, a celebration across Nepal where farmers and various organizations traditionally celebrate by planting rice, eating curd and chura, and playing in mud.

However, in Saraha, Chitwan, the celebration took a unique turn. Green Society Public School organized an activity focused entirely on student learning. The school emphasized educating students about the importance of rice, farms, and mud through interactive lessons.

Following this, students showcased their talents by performing competitive songs related to Rice Day. The main highlight was the practical rice planting activity, where students learned to plant rice in nearby fields.

Office Assistant Durga Khanal facilitated the activity, teaching students the correct methods of seed placement, proper spacing, and how many rice grains to plant per hill. Students enthusiastically participated in the planting process, applying what they learned in a real-world setting.

School principal Gopilal Shrestha explained that the activity was part of ongoing practical skill development, building on previous lessons like potato and taro planting. "Practical education is essential, especially in Nepal, where theoretical learning alone is not enough," he said.

School Managing Director Shilal Pariyar added that hands-on learning helps students understand better and retain knowledge longer. "Children learn more effectively by seeing and doing things themselves," he stated.

Students expressed excitement about the activity, sharing that working in the field helped them understand the process better and made learning more meaningful.

This innovative approach by the school underscores the importance of practical agricultural education in nurturing skilled and knowledgeable future farmers.