Pune: Children Enjoy Painting and Handwriting Competition at Empress Garden

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Camp, 12th January 2025: The Empress Botanical Garden hosted its annual painting and handwriting competition on Sunday, January 12, 2025, drawing an enthusiastic participation of around 900 to 1,000 children. The event was held free of charge and provided a creative platform for young talents from across Pune.

Participants were divided into two age groups with age-appropriate topics. Children aged 5 to 10 years explored themes like “Flower Pot,” “Clock,” and “My Favorite Animal,” while those in the 11 to 15 age group showcased their creativity on topics such as “Different Professions,” “Sunrise/Sunset,” and “Art Room.” Around 11 schools from various parts of Pune participated in the event, making it a vibrant gathering of budding artists.

The event was graced by Empress Botanical Garden Honorary Secretary Suresh Pingle, Honorary Joint Secretary Anupama Barve, and Yashwant Khaire. Speaking on the occasion, Pingle expressed his delight at the turnout and announced that the winners would receive their awards during the concluding day of the Flower Exhibition on January 27, 2025.