ANNUAL CULTURAL SHOW

THEME: CLEAN INDIA

CLASS: 1
ENGLISH SKIT: THE SEDS OF SWATCH BHARAT
NO. OF PARTICIPANTS: 1

Narrator: (Voiceover) Sabarmati Ashram, 1925. Mahatma Gandhi, the

leader of India's freedom struggle, believed that cleanliness is next to
godliness. His dedication to sanitation was unwavering.

Gandhi: (To a group of young ashramites) Cleanliness is not just about

personal hygiene, but about respecting our environment and our fellow
beings. We must make cleanliness a habit.

Narrator: Gandhi visits a nearby village, where he sees heaps of garbage

and open defecation. The villagers look at him with curiosity and
respect.

Gandhi: (Addressing the villagers) Brothers and sisters, our

surroundings reflect our values. We must keep our homes and our
villages clean. It is not only for our health but for our dignity.

Villager 1: Bapu, we understand, but we lack the resources and

guidance.
Gandhi: (Smiling gently) We can start with what we have. Let us come
together and clean this village. I will join you in this effort.

Narrator: Gandhi, along with the villagers and ashramites, begins

cleaning the village. They collect garbage, dig compost pits, and educate
the children about the importance of sanitation.

Narrator: (Voiceover) Gandhi's actions inspired the villagers. The

cleanliness drive became a regular activity, and soon, neighbouring
villages began to follow suit.

Gandhi: (To the villagers) Remember, true independence starts with

self-reliance and self-respect. Cleanliness is the first step towards a
healthy and prosperous nation.

The scene transitions to 2014, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is

launching the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. He is seen paying homage to
Mahatma Gandhi's statue.)

Narrator: (Voiceover) October 2, 2014. Prime Minister Narendra Modi

launches the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, drawing inspiration from
Mahatma Gandhi's vision of cleanliness.
Modi: (Addressing the nation) Let us fulfill Bapu's dream of a clean
India. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan is not just a campaign but a tribute to the
Father of the Nation.

Narrator: (Voiceover) The seeds of Swachh Bharat were sown by

Mahatma Gandhi, and today, they have blossomed into a nationwide
movement. Let us all pledge to keep our surroundings clean and honor
Bapu's legacy.

(The scene ends with Gandhi's quote displayed on the screen:

"Sanitation is more important than independence." - Mahatma Gandhi)

Narrator: (Voiceover) Cleanliness is a habit, a responsibility, and a

tribute to our great leader. Let us all be a part of this change.