READING PROMOTION- “Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity," ILD 2026

 International Literacy Day | UNESCO

Since 1967, the annual celebrations of International Literacy Day (ILD) have taken place on 8 September around the world to remind policy-makers, practitioners, and the public of the critical importance of literacy for creating more literate, just, peaceful, and sustainable society. 

Literacy is a fundamental human right for all. It opens the door to the enjoyment of other human rights, greater freedoms, and global citizenship. Literacy is a foundation for people to acquire broader knowledge, skills, values, attitudes, and behaviours to foster a culture of lasting peace based on respect for equality and non-discrimination, the rule of law, solidarity, justice, diversity, and tolerance and to build harmonious relations with oneself, other people and the planet. Despite progress, at least 739 million youth and adults worldwide still lack basic literacy skills in 2024. At the same time, 4 in 10 children are not reaching minimum proficiency in reading, and 272 million children and adolescents were out of school in 2023.

Celebrations in 2026

This year, International Literacy Day (ILD) marks its 60th anniversary. It was proclaimed by UNESCO in 1966 during the 14th session of the General Conference. Celebrated under the theme “Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity," ILD 2026 provides an opportunity to take stock of progress, deepen understanding of persistent and emerging challenges, and shape future literacy agendas in a rapidly changing world.

The global celebration will be convened by UNESCO on 8-9 September 2026 in Mexico, in collaboration with the Government of Mexico. The event will include the award ceremony of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes, recognizing outstanding literacy programmes from around the world. ILD 2026 will also be celebrated across local, national and regional levels worldwide. The global event in Mexico will be accessible online in English, French and Spanish.

Over the past six decades, countries and partners worldwide have advanced literacy as a fundamental human right and a powerful driver of peace and sustainable development. Building on this progress, ILD2026 will celebrate achievements, especially since 2015, while identifying remaining and emerging challenges. It will also provide a platform to highlight effective policies, practices and partnerships to advance literacy for all in support of peaceful and sustainable societies. International Literacy Day | UNESCO

Sixty years of international learning about literacy: a paper for the 60th anniversary of International Literacy Day - UNESCO Digital Library

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READING PROMOTION ACTIVITY 

READ ALOUD

RELAY READING

STORY TELLING

ROLE PLAY OF A CHARACTER FROM ANY BOOK

POEM RECITATION

CORRECT WORD PER MINUTE

ANY OTHER ACTIVITY

Coming soon in your library

 

Title	Focus	Pages	Publisher	Year	Key Highlights
क्या खायें और क्यों (Kya Khayen Aur Kyon)	Ayurvedic nutrition guide explaining what to eat and why, covering fruits, grains, pulses, spices, and dairy	248 pages	Popular Book Depot (PBD), Jaipur	2024	Explains healing power of foods, seasonal diets, food combinations, immunity-building, and balanced nutrition for families and students
भोजन के द्वारा चिकित्सा (Bhojan Ke Dwara Chikitsa – Vol. 1)	Food as medicine; natural diet therapy for common ailments	227–256 pages (varies by edition)	Popular Book Depot (2019, 2024 editions)	2019  / 2024	Based on Ayurveda and naturopathy; remedies for diabetes, obesity, digestive disorders, fatigue; emphasizes “Aahar hi Aushadhi hai” (Food is medicine)
शक्तिवर्धक भोजन (Shaktivardhak Bhojan)	Power-boosting foods for strength, stamina, and immunity	138–144 pages	Popular Book Depot (PBD), Jaipur	2019 / 2024	Practical guide to energy-rich foods, dry fruits, juices, bodybuilding diets; awarded recognition by Ministry of Health; useful for fitness and gym training
भोजन के द्वारा चिकित्सा (द्वितीय) – Vol. 2	Healing through fruits and vegetables; continuation of Vol. 1	129–152 pages	Popular Book Depot (PBD), Jaipur	2019 / 2024	Focuses on fruits (papaya, apple, banana) and vegetables (spinach, bottle gourd, tomato); natural remedies for lifestyle disorders, digestion, fatigue, immunity

Forgotten Heroes of Punjab in India’s Freedom Struggle

 

Era	Hero	Contribution	Legacy
1857 Revolt	Sardar Sham Singh Attariwala	Fought valiantly in the Battle of Sabraon against British forces	Martyrdom inspired later generations
Ghadar Movement	Kartar Singh Sarabha	Organized overseas revolutionaries; printed Ghadar newspaper	Executed 1915, became symbol of youth patriotism
Revolutionary Phase	Bishan Singh Bedi	Member of Hindustan Republican Association; lesser‑known associate of Bhagat Singh	Imprisoned 1929, later worked for rural education
INA Era	Captain Ram Singh Thakur	Composed INA anthem and led musical unit	Post‑independence, honored by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s legacy
Local Resistance	Bibi Amrit Kaur of Jalandhar	Organized women’s protests and relief for jailed revolutionaries	Remembered for courage and social reform

“Forgotten Heroes of Haryana”

 

Name	Origin	Contribution	Fate / Legacy
Lt. Chandrabhan Malik	Khrawad village, Rohtak	Joined Azad Hind Fauj in 1934; fought in Singapore during WWII; endured imprisonment by British forces.	Returned after six years in captivity; later served as a teacher; died 1967.
Balak Ram Panghal	Mayna village, Rohtak	Left his job as a revenue officer to join INA in 1942; fought bravely in Southeast Asia.	Imprisoned in Cellular Jail, Andaman; died 1974.
Tara Chand	Arniawali village, Sirsa	Farmer’s son who enlisted in INA in 1942 after hearing Subhas Chandra Bose’s call.	Fought on the Burma front; remembered locally as a patriot.
Babu Singh Pasrija	Jalalana village, Sirsa	Joined Azad Brigade of INA; arrested by British in Germany.	Released 1946; later documented other unsung heroes; died 2010.
Jeet Singh	Khut Kalan, Sirsa	Former British soldier captured by Japanese; joined INA in 1942.	Fought on Imphal front; passed away 1993.
Harphool Singh	Sirsa district	Joined INA (1942); tortured in Japanese jails.	Family believed him dead; survived and lived till 1996.
Kanhiya Ram	Sirsa district	Gandhian activist in Quit India Movement and Kisan Morcha.	Imprisoned by British; remembered for non‑violent resistance.
Nawab Ahmed Ali Gulam Khan	Farrukhnagar (Gurugram)	Ruler who rebelled during 1857 Revolt; aided Bahadur Shah Zafar.	Executed by hanging at Chandni Chowk (23 Jan 1858); memorial stands near Sheesh Mahal.
Sher Nahar Singh	Ballabhgarh (Faridabad)	Led local forces against British in 1857; allied with Bahadur Shah Zafar.	Captured and hanged publicly on 9 Jan 1858 at Chandni Chowk.

Organize a story‑reading session featuring letters or memoirs from INA veterans.

Encourage students to write biographical essays or record short video tributes for Library Exhibition Day.

Happy Teachers Day 2026

 

राष्ट्रीय शिक्षक पुरस्कार 2026 में कुल 48 शिक्षकों को चयनित किया गया है, जिनमें 26 पुरुष और 22 महिला शिक्षक शामिल हैं, और इन्हें 27 राज्यों, 7 केंद्रशासित प्रदेशों और केंद्र सरकार के 6 संगठनों से चुना गया है।

BLOG FOR KVS SCHOOL STUDENTS: HAPPY TEACHERS DAY -2025

PMS GRANT 2026-27

1.

LISTED AT 13. Library Grant: Guidelines for Utilizing Library Grant for Periodicals: Rs. 20000.00

Guidelines for Utilizing Library Grant for Periodicals: 

● Needs Assessment: Conduct a survey or assessment to identify the interests and educational needs of students and teachers, ensuring the periodicals selected are relevant and engaging. 

● Curriculum Alignment: Choose periodicals that align with the curriculum across different subjects, including science, mathematics, language arts, social studies, and the arts. ● Age Appropriateness: Select periodicals appropriate for the age and reading level of the students in the school. 

● Local and Global Perspectives: Include periodicals that offer both local and global perspectives to help students develop a broader understanding of the world. 

● Quality and Reputation: Choose periodicals from reputed publishers known for high-quality content and responsible reporting. 

● Subscription Management: Consider the frequency of publication and manage subscriptions efficiently to ensure timely delivery and accessibility. Student and Teacher Input: Gather feedback from students and teachers on the periodicals  available in the library and adjust selections as needed. 

● Budget Allocation: Allocate the library grant judiciously to maximize the variety and number of periodicals while staying within budget. 

● Digital Access: Consider digital periodicals or online subscriptions to supplement the print collection and provide additional access options. 

Suggestive List of Periodicals for School: 1. Science Reporter  ○ Publisher: National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NISCPR), part of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) (Science Reporter covers a wide range of scientific topics, including technology, innovations, and current scientific research. It is a highly reputable source of science information.) 

2. Competition Success Review  ○ Publisher: Competition Review Pvt. Ltd.  (While not a direct government publication, Competition Success Review (CSR) covers topics such as general knowledge, current affairs, and guidance for— competitive exams. It is beneficial for students preparing for government and other competitive exams ...........

PERIODICALS FOR SCHOOL :

PERIODICALS THROUGH PMSHRI FUND

2. 

LISTED AT 25. Reading Promotion Week 

OBJECTIVE: To cultivate a lifelong reading habit and foster a love for literature among students by conducting engaging and inclusive activities under the guidance of teachers and the librarian. PROGRAMMATIC NORMS: ● Organizing quarterly Reading Week in the Vidyalaya. 

● Librarian shall be the In-charge of the program. 

● Activities to involve active participation of teachers, especially language teachers. 

● Involve parents and alumni through book donation drives or reading sessions. 

● Conducting competitions such as: o  Reading Aloud o  Book Review Presentations o  Author Biographies o  Dramatization/Role Play based on books o  Storytelling Competitions o  Poem Recitation o  Correct Words per Minute Challenge o  Reading Relay (team activity involving passage reading in turns) 

● Organizing activities under Bhasha Sangam / Language Festival to encourage multilingual appreciation. 

● Setting up Pop-up Libraries or Reading Corners in classrooms or common areas. 

● Encouraging students to maintain a Reading Journal. 

● Displaying Book of the Week and Reader of the Month on library/notice boards. 

● Display and discussion of Books on NEP, Culture, Science, and Values. 

● Inviting local authors, storytellers, or educators for guest sessions or readings (optional). This head may be used for the following cost: 

● Cost of stationery items, flashcards, journals, etc. 

● Cost of printing certificates and bookmarks. 

● Cost of stop clock (if required). 

● Cost of prizes for competition winners. 

● Cost of mementoes for external judges/speakers (if invited). 

● Cost of setting up temporary reading corners or displays. Target Group: 

● Students of Classes 1 to 8. Participation may be structured grade-wise 

FINANCIAL NORMS:  25000.00

3.

LISTED AT 41. Library Books 

OBJECTIVE: Equipping the School Library with textbooks and reference books. 48 PROGRAMMATIC NORMS: 

● Procurement of curriculum-based textbooks from NCERT. 

● Teacher reference books. ● Five year/Ten year sample papers 

● NCERT Books and books from National Book Trust in the library to be procured preferably from NCERT  and National Book Trust. 

● NCERT  Exemplars  

● Lab manuals for practical subjects to be procured. Note; Sufficient number of textbook sets to be procured on the recommendation of the library committee.  

FINANCIAL NORMS: Rs. 20000.00

NCERT   NCERT

   

     

  

 

 

 

  

CBSE | Academics Unit : CBSE Publications

CBSE | Academics Unit : E-Books and Supportive Material

NCC E-Books (Developed by DGNCC)

• CADET & ANO HAND BOOK 2017 Training Manuals : Common
  • ANOs(JD/JW)
  • ANOs(SD/SW)
  • Cadets(JD/JW)
  • Cadets(SD/SW)


• CADET & ANO HAND BOOK 2017 Training Manuals : Specialised
  
  • Air
    1. ANO JD/JW FINAL
    2. ANO SD/SW FINAl
    3. Cadet JD/JW FINAl
    4. Cadet SD/SW FINAL
    
    
  • Army
    1. ANO JD SPECIAL
    2. ANO SPECIAL SD/SW
    3. Cadet JD/JW SPECIAL SUBJECT
    4. Cadet SD/SW SPECIAL SUBJECT
    
    
  • Navy
    1. ANO Naval JD/JW
    2. ANO Navy SD/SW
    3. Cadet JD/JW Navy
    4. Cadet SD/SW Navy

GRAND TOTAL Rs=65000.00

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Suggestive List of Books/ Reports/Guidelines for Students of KVs: 

23 1.    Priya The Accessibility Warrior by NCERT https://ncert.nic.in/pdf/publication/otherpublications/pawe1.pdf 

2.    Let's move forward – by UNESCO India - https://dsel.education.gov.in/sites/default/files/update/comic_book_eng.pdf 

3.    Sapno Ki Udaan by MOE and NCERT - https://ncert.nic.in/pdf/announcement/SapnoKiUdaan.pdf 

4.    Competency Based Practice Books for Class X & XII by CBSE 

https://cbseacademic.nic.in/ 

5.    India Year Book 

https://www.amazon.in/india-year-book/s?k=india+year+book 

6.    500 Career Cards developed by Ministry of Education- Letter issued by KVS on 14.08.2024 & 25.09.2024  https://dsel.education.gov.in/careers/index.html 

7.    Stories of Ruskin Bond   

https://www.amazon.in/Books-Ruskin Bond/s?rh=n%3A976389031%2Cp_27%3ARuskin+Bond 

8.    Books written by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam 

https://www.amazon.in/Books-A-P-J-Abdul Kalam/s?rh=n%3A976389031%2Cp_27%3AA.P.J.+Abdul+Kalam 

9.    Books written by Sudha Murthy 

https://www.amazon.in/Books-Sudha-Murty/s?rh=n%3A976389031%2Cp_27%3ASud ha+Murty 

10.   Story collection by Munshi Prem Chand  

https://www.amazon.in/Premchand-Complete-Stories-Kahaniya-Sarvshreshth/dp/9389 643333 

11.   Believe in Yourself by Swami Vivekananda 

https://www.amazon.in/Believe-Yourself-Life-Lessons Vivekananda/dp/9389836107 

12.   Malgudi Days by RK Narayan, Indian Thought Publications

 https://www.amazon.in/Malgudi-Days-R-K-Narayan/dp/8185986177 

13.   Swami and friends by RK Narayan, Indian Thought Publications 24 

https://www.amazon.in/Swami-Friends-R-K-Narayan/dp/8185986002 

14.   Stories from Panchatantra Series, Neeta Mehta Publications 

https://www.amazon.in/Short-Stories-From-Panchatantra/dp/B0C9KB7RZK 

15.   Rain must fall – Nandita Basu 

https://www.amazon.in/Rain-Must-Fall-Nandita-Basu/dp/0143454099 

16.   Poetic collection by Mahadevi Verma 

https://www.amazon.in/Poetry-Mahadevi-Verma-Literature-Fiction/s?rh=n%3A131817 5031%2Cp_27%3AMahadevi+Verma 

17.   Poetic collection by Ramdhari Singh Dinkar 

https://www.amazon.in/Poetry-Ramdhari-Singh-Dinkar-Literature-Fiction/s?rh=n%3A 1318175031%2Cp_lbr_books_authors_browse-bin%3ARamdhari+Singh+Dinka 

18.   Poetic collection by Harivansh Rai Bachchan 

https://www.amazon.in/Poetry-Harivansh-Rai-Bachchan-Literature-Fiction/s?rh=n%3 A1318175031%2Cp_lbr_books_authors_browse-bin%3AHarivansh+Rai+Bachchan 

19.   रु चरा बालकथा:, भारतीय वज्ञानपरंपरा, चत्रकथा: - Sanskrit 

20.   Sanskrit Katha Maalika (Short Stories for Sanskrit Reading Practice) (by Rakesh Shashtry) 

Promotion of Reading Habits Among Students-पठन प्रोहत्साहन 2026-27

 

 📚 छात्रों में पढ़ने की आदत को बढ़ावा-

Promotion of Reading Habit Among Students

LAST DATE TO SUBMIT THE NAMES OF STUDENTS

अंतीम तिथि  30 NOV 2026

CLASSES I-V & VI-VIII -ALL SECTION LANGUAGE TEACHERS PLEASE CONDUCT AN ACTIVITY OF READING CHECK, WITH THE BANNER BELOW ON BACKGROUND AND PROVIDE THE NAMES OF THE BEST READER IN SANSKRIT, HINDI, PUNJABI, AND ENGLISH, SO A TOTAL OF 4 STUDENT NAMES FROM EACH SECTION IN 

READING PROMOTION ACTIVITIES TO BE CONDECTUED 

• READ ALOUD
• RELAY READING
• STORY TELLING
• ROLE PLAY OF A CHARACTER FROM ANY BOOK
• POEM RECITATION
• CORRECT WORD PER MINUTE
• ANY OTHER ACTIVITY
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🌟 Importance of Reading

Reading is vital for students’ academic success and personal growth. It enhances:

• Academic performance through improved comprehension and vocabulary.

• Mental well-being by reducing stress and offering relaxation.

• Cultural awareness via exposure to diverse authors and perspectives.

• Cognitive development, including language skills and critical thinking.

• Emotional intelligence through fiction and biographies.

⚠️ Challenges to Reading

• Digital distractions from gadgets and social media.

• Lack of interest, with students not viewing reading as enjoyable.

• Reading difficulties due to language barriers or learning disabilities.

📖 Strategies to Promote Reading

📚 Library-Based Activities

• Book Fairs: Introduce students to a variety of genres and authors.

• Reading Clubs: Encourage peer discussions and book sharing.

• Author Visits & Book Talks: Inspire students through direct interaction.

• Diverse Materials: Offer books for all interests and reading levels.

• Technology Integration: Provide audiobooks, e-books, and apps to engage digital-native learners.

🏫 Curriculum & Classroom Integration

• Reading Tasks: Assign book reviews and biosketch writing.

• Subject Integration: Embed reading into all subjects.

• Dedicated Reading Time: Allocate time during school hours for silent reading.

🏆 Motivation & Engagement

• Reading Challenges: Set goals and reward milestones.

• Celebrate Achievements: Use certificates and public recognition.

• Make Reading Fun: Organize contests, crafts, and performances.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parental Involvement

• Family Reading Nights: Promote shared reading experiences.

• Parent-Child Book Clubs: Strengthen reading habits at home.

🤝 Support for Struggling Readers

• Intervention Programs: Offer extra help and peer tutoring.

• Inclusive Resources: Ensure accessibility for all reading levels.

🌟 पढ़ने का महत्व पढ़ना छात्रों की शैक्षणिक सफलता और व्यक्तिगत विकास के लिए अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण है। यह बढ़ाता है:

• समझ और शब्दावली में सुधार के माध्यम से शैक्षणिक प्रदर्शन।
• तनाव कम करके और विश्राम प्रदान करके मानसिक स्वास्थ्य।
• विविध लेखकों और दृष्टिकोणों के संपर्क से सांस्कृतिक जागरूकता।
• भाषा कौशल और आलोचनात्मक सोच सहित संज्ञानात्मक विकास।
• कथा साहित्य और आत्मकथाओं के माध्यम से भावनात्मक बुद्धिमत्ता।

⚠️ पढ़ने की चुनौतियाँ गैजेट्स और सोशल मीडिया से डिजिटल विकर्षण।

• रुचि की कमी, छात्रों को पढ़ने में आनंद नहीं आता।
• भाषा संबंधी बाधाओं या सीखने की अक्षमताओं के कारण पढ़ने में कठिनाई।

📖 पढ़ने को बढ़ावा देने की रणनीतियाँ 

📚 पुस्तकालय-आधारित गतिविधियाँ पुस्तक मेले: छात्रों को विभिन्न विधाओं और लेखकों से परिचित कराएँ।

• पठन क्लब: साथियों के साथ चर्चा और पुस्तक साझा करने को प्रोत्साहित करें।
• लेखक भेंट और पुस्तक चर्चाएँ: प्रत्यक्ष बातचीत के माध्यम से छात्रों को प्रेरित करें।
• विविध सामग्री: सभी रुचियों और पढ़ने के स्तरों के लिए पुस्तकें उपलब्ध कराएँ।
• प्रौद्योगिकी एकीकरण: डिजिटल-मूल शिक्षार्थियों को जोड़ने के लिए ऑडियोबुक, ई-बुक्स और ऐप्स उपलब्ध कराएँ।

🏫 पाठ्यक्रम और कक्षा एकीकरण पठन कार्य: पुस्तक समीक्षाएँ और बायोस्केच लेखन कार्य सौंपें।

• विषय एकीकरण: सभी विषयों में पठन को शामिल करें।
• समर्पित पठन समय: स्कूल के समय में मौन पठन के लिए समय आवंटित करें।

🏆 प्रेरणा और जुड़ाव पठन चुनौतियाँ: लक्ष्य निर्धारित करें और उपलब्धियों को पुरस्कृत करें।

• उपलब्धियों का जश्न मनाएँ: प्रमाणपत्रों और सार्वजनिक मान्यता का उपयोग करें।
• पठन को मज़ेदार बनाएँ: प्रतियोगिताएँ, शिल्प और प्रदर्शन आयोजित करें।

👨‍👩‍👧 माता-पिता की भागीदारी पारिवारिक पठन रात्रि: साझा पठन अनुभवों को बढ़ावा दें।

• अभिभावक-बाल पुस्तक क्लब: घर पर पढ़ने की आदतों को मज़बूत करें।
• 🤝 पढ़ने में कठिनाई वाले पाठकों के लिए सहायता हस्तक्षेप कार्यक्रम: 
• अतिरिक्त सहायता और सहकर्मी शिक्षण प्रदान करें।
• समावेशी संसाधन: सभी पढ़ने के स्तरों के लिए सुलभता सुनिश्चित करें।

कक्षा VI- VII-VIII सभी अनुभागों के भाषा अध्यापक कृपया पठन जांच की एक गतिविधि आयोजित करें, पृष्ठभूमि में ऊपर दिए गए बैनर के साथ और संस्कृत, हिंदी, पंजाबी और अंग्रेजी में सर्वश्रेष्ठ पाठक के नाम प्रदान करें, इस प्रकार प्रत्येक अनुभाग से कुल 4, प्रत्येक कक्षा से 12, और Google शीट में VI-VIII से कुल 36...... To submit names and pic please click here