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Apeejay School, Pitampura organises ‘Beat the Heat’ distribution drive

Students distributed towels, and water bottles to rickshaw pullers, tempo drivers, and other workers.

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The Interact Club of Apeejay School, Pitampura, recently organised a heartfelt distribution drive titled ‘Beat the Heat’. This initiative aimed at supporting outdoor workers battling the intense summer heat.

As part of the initiative, students distributed angochas (cotton towels), and water bottles to rickshaw pullers, tempo drivers, and other workers who spend long hours labouring under the scorching sun. The drive was designed to offer these workers some much-needed relief from the soaring temperatures. The drive also spread awareness about the importance of staying hydrated and protected during extreme heat conditions.

The enthusiastic participation of the students ensured the initiative was warmly received by the beneficiaries. These steps of the club members brought smiles to the faces of many who are often overlooked despite their essential contributions to daily city life. For the Apeejay learners, the drive served as a valuable reminder that even small acts of kindness can create a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of others.

Through this activity, the students of Interact Club of Apeejay School, Pitampura, reaffirmed the core values that lie at the heart of the Interact movement — compassion, service, and social responsibility. The activity not only provided tangible relief to those in need but also offered students a hands-on opportunity to engage with the community and understand the everyday struggles faced by outdoor workers during the harsh summer months.

Moreover, students got the opportunity to step out of their classrooms and directly interact with the workers. This way students demonstrated the true spirit of empathy and civic engagement that the school continues to nurture among its young learners. The ‘Beat the Heat’ drive stands as yet another example of Apeejay School, Pitampura’s commitment to instilling a sense of social responsibility in its students, encouraging them to look beyond themselves and contribute positively to the world around them.

The success of the drive has left the Interact Club participants motivated to continue organising similar community service initiatives in the future, furthering their mission of service above self.

Sheen is working as a senior correspondent with Apeejay Newsroom. With experience in covering education for the last four years, she has worked with The Indian Express and Network 18. She can be contacted at [email protected]