Call for SBI Youth for India Fellowship program
In a special drive, SBI Foundation, the CSR arm ofthe State Bank Group, is inviting Citizens of Nepal for the 12th Batch of the SBI Youth forIndia Fellowship program. The 13-monthprogram provides a well-structured opportunity for fresh graduates and young professionals to collaborate with rural communities and 13 esteemed NGOs across India, fostering meaningful social change. The deadline to apply for the SBI YFI Fellowship is Tuesday September, 17 2024.
To be eligible for the Fellowship Program under this special drive, a candidate must be a Citizen of Nepal holding Nagrikta. The candidate must be between the age group of 21- 32 years on the day of commencement of the program i.e. 7th October 2024. The Candidates must also strongly commit to advancing sustainable development objectives in rural areas. Once selected, the candidates need to report to Tilonia, Kishangarh, Rajasthan on 5th October 2024 to begin the experiential journey.
"The SBI Youth for India program provides aunique opportunity for urban youth to activelycontribute to the development sector while addressing the challenges of rural life. We welcome our colleagues from the State Bank of India, Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), and youth from Nepal and Bhutan, to join the force and be the ambassadors of change for rural India. With 10 successful editions behind us and the 11th underway, our program remains dedicated to empowering youth to create meaningful change in rural communities. This initiative is a beacon of hope for those eager to shape a brighterfuture for both themselves and rural India." said Sanjay Prakash, Managing Director & CEO, SBI Foundation.
The SBI Youth for India Fellowship, which is one of its kind, works on 12 thematic areassuch as Health, Rural Livelihood, FoodSecurity, Environmental Protection,Education, Water, Technology, Women’s Empowerment, Self-Governance, Social Entrepreneurship, Traditional Craft andAlternate Energy. During the Fellowship program, the Fellows work on one of these 12 thematic areas as per their interest.
Prospective Fellows are encouraged to seizethis opportunity to make a tangible impact,leveraging their skills and creativity to drive positive change in the lives of those in rural India. They can apply using the link https://register.youthforindia.org/. The SBI Youth for India program has witnessed enthusiastic engagement from numerous young applicants from major metropolitancities in India, Overseas Citizens of India(OCIs), and citizens of Nepal and Bhutan. The program has made a significant impact with a growing alumni network of over 580+ individuals, impacting more than 150,000 lives through the interventions of the Fellows in more than 250+ villages spanning 20 States across India over the last 13 yeara.
Life Mantra organizes rally to mark Suicide Prevention Day
Life Mantra, a mental health related organization, in collaboration with Kathmandu Metropolitan City-6 organized a rally at Boudha to mark Suicide Prevention Day on Tuesday.
Students from Mahendra Boudha Secondary School, Lord Buddha, Janakalyan Secondary School, Kumari Boarding Secondary School, members of Tusal Youth Club and Attarkhel Yuwa Samaj took part in the program.
The rally, which started from Mahendra Boudha Secondary School this morning, passed through Boudha Stupa, Boudha Pipalbot and Boudha Tusal before converging into a corner Assembly at the same school.
On the occasion, KMC-6 Chairman Bhuwan Lama said: “We were not born to commit suicide, but to develop the society, country and the world. We all have to join hands together to take the country towards the path of prosperity.”
“We have to help each other in every step. We were born to change the society and ensure the rights of every people,” adding, “Like the population is increasing day by day, the incidents of suicide are also on the rise.”
“Family problems, anxiety, depression, substance abuse among others are some of the causes that are leading the people to commit suicide,” he further said.
Meanwhile, clinical psychologist Sulav Raj Upreti said that those who struggle with low self-worth often view themselves negatively, unable to see their strengths, and deny their own needs. This mindset can increase the risk of depression and even suicide.
“We must create environments that encourage support and understanding. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, don't hesitate to seek help. You are not alone, and support is always available,” he said.
Similarly, senior clinical psychologist Chetana Lokshum said: there are very few people who take their lives all of a sudden, they plan, prepare and execute. They show several signs such as talking about guilt, not wanting to live anymore. We have to take these signs seriously and consider it as their “cry for help.”
She said that just the way we need physical food for us to function properly in a physical way, we also need mental food for us to function properly in a mental way too, such as:
- Physical exercise
- Meditation
- Cutting off junk food
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
According to World Health Organization, over 800,000 people die by suicide each year – that’s one person every 40 seconds.
The World Suicide Prevention Day is being observed since 2003 on September 10 each year.
Life Mantra is an organization that raises mental health awareness through community programs, provides specialized counseling to help individuals overcome challenges and offers tailored training for education, health workers, parents and students.
The organization’s objective is to strive to foster social justice, equality, peace, and prosperity supporting disadvantaged groups like seniors, women, children and disaster survivors.
Life Mantra provides services like
- Individual Counseling (Relationship, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Stress)
- Yoga and Meditation
- Hiking for Well-being
- Training and Capacity Building Programs on Mental Health and Well-being
- Awareness Programs
- Parenting Skills Training
- Life Skills Training
- Rejuvenating Retreat
Japanese encephalitis in Banke, patient's health condition normal
Narainapur Rural Municipality of Banke district has recorded a patient of Japanese encephalitis. A nine-year-old girl was found detected with Japanese encephalitis, the Bheri Hospital said.
Pediatrician Dr Pratima Khadka said the girl suffering Japanese encephalitis was receiving treatment at ICU and she had a normal health condition at present.
"The laboratory report confirmed that the child had got the virus," she added.
Chief at District Health Office, Angad Bahadur Shahi, informed that it was not clear whether the girl was immunized against the Japanese encephalitis.
However, there is a mandatory provision that the children from 12 to 23 months after birth are immunized against Japanese encephalitis.
According to medical persons, the virus of Japanese encephalitis is found in pigs and birds. Once the mosquito of culex species bites a human, it transmits the disease.
The virus causes fever, nausea, shivering and headache, according to Dr Sanket Kumar Risal, information officer at Bheri Hospital.
Meanwhile, the hospital has set up a separate ward for the patients suffering diarrhea. Three girls are undergoing treatment here. Among them, one is critical, Dr Khadka added.
Patients on the rise at Humla District Hospital
The Humla District Hospital has witnessed a rise in the number of patients.
The people suffering from common cold have crowded the hospital of late.
Doctor Sunil Pujara informed that they could not manage beds for the increasing number of patients. There are only 15 beds in the hospital.
Last Sunday, as many as 150 persons were provided service. Most of them were suffering from common cold, fever, diarrhea, pneumonia and gastritis. The hospital provided service to nearly 90 patients despite resource constraints on Monday.
Dr Pujara informed that the average daily arrival of patients is 50. But the number surged in recent days, thereby exposing the limitation of the facility.
The people from Thehe, Jodam, Dandaphaya, Dharapori, Buraunse, Bargau, Yanchu, Maja, Chhipra and among other villages visit the district hospital.
Although the number of people visiting the hospital has surged, there is no shortage of medicine, the Dr added.
