{"id":5251,"date":"2025-08-17T09:31:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-17T04:01:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=5251"},"modified":"2025-08-17T09:31:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-17T04:01:37","slug":"responsibility-is-freedom-knowledgeum-academys-street-play-inspires-citizens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=5251","title":{"rendered":"\u201cResponsibility is Freedom: Knowledgeum Academy\u2019s Street Play Inspires Citizens\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

Responsibility at the Heart of Freedom: Knowledgeum Academy Marks Independence Day with Street Play<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Bengaluru students spark civic reflection through \u2018Badal\u0101va\u1e47eya Bharata\u2019<\/h3>\n

Bengaluru, August 16, 2025:<\/strong> Knowledgeum Academy, an authorised IB World School under the JAIN Group, celebrated India\u2019s 79th Independence Day with a powerful message\u2014freedom is incomplete without responsibility. The institution staged a thought-provoking street play, Badal\u0101va\u1e47eya Bharata<\/em> (India of Change), that urged citizens to reflect on the true meaning of independence in the modern age.<\/p>\n

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Flag Hoisting and Street Performances<\/h3>\n

The day began with a solemn flag-hoisting ceremony at Knowledgeum Academy\u2019s Jayanagar campus. This was followed by two energetic street performances at JSS Circle and Maiyas Junction in Jayanagar\u2019s 4th Block, where residents, commuters, and bystanders gathered to witness the unconventional Independence Day tribute.<\/p>\n

Unlike traditional celebrations that focus on historical struggles, the play centred on the theme \u201cResponsibility is Freedom\u201d<\/em> (\u0c9c\u0cb5\u0cbe\u0cac\u0ccd\u0ca6\u0cbe\u0cb0\u0cbf\u0caf\u0cc7 \u0cb8\u0ccd\u0cb5\u0ca4\u0c82\u0ca4\u0ccd\u0cb0). Through satire, humour, and poignant moments, the performers highlighted how Mother India remains bound\u2014not by colonial chains, but by indifference, over-reliance on technology, and declining civic responsibility.<\/p>\n

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Modern Freedom, Modern Challenges<\/h3>\n

In less than ten minutes, the play conveyed the paradox of today\u2019s times: people are constantly connected digitally, yet increasingly disconnected socially. It called on audiences to take small but meaningful steps\u2014such as community participation and responsible citizenship\u2014to preserve the essence of freedom.<\/p>\n

\u201cTrue freedom comes when we take responsibility for our actions. It is not just about what we gain, but about what we give back to our community and country,\u201d said Dr Chenraj Roychand<\/strong>, Founder Chairman of JAIN Group and Knowledgeum.<\/p>\n

Adding to this, Ms Aparna Prasad<\/strong>, Founder of Knowledgeum Academy, remarked, \u201cFreedom is not just a legacy to be celebrated; it is a responsibility to be upheld. Our learners and educators delivered this message not from a podium, but from the streets\u2014where it can spark immediate conversation and self-reflection.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\u201cBadal\u0101va\u1e47eya Bharata: Bengaluru Students Redefine Independence Day Through Theatre\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Public Engagement and Impact<\/h3>\n

The performances drew strong engagement from the public, with many appreciating how entertainment was seamlessly woven with social commentary. The open-air format allowed for direct interaction, making the message more relatable and personal for the audience.<\/p>\n

By choosing street theatre, Knowledgeum Academy placed civic responsibility at the centre of the Independence Day discourse. The initiative reflected the academy\u2019s mission to nurture socially conscious learners who view education as more than academics\u2014an active preparation for meaningful participation in society.<\/p>\n

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\u201cNot Colonial Chains, But Civic Apathy: A Street Play\u2019s Bold Reminder on Freedom\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Beyond Celebration: A Call to Action<\/h3>\n

Badal\u0101va\u1e47eya Bharata<\/em> was not just a performance but a reminder that Independence Day is both a celebration and a challenge: to honour the sacrifices of the past while embracing the duties of the present. As the applause faded, what lingered was a question for every citizen\u2014are we truly free if we neglect our responsibilities?<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd39 Key Quotes<\/span><\/h2>\n
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    Dr Chenraj Roychand, Founder Chairman, JAIN Group & Knowledgeum:<\/strong>
    \u201cTrue freedom comes when we take responsibility for our actions. It is not just about what we gain, but about what we give back to our community and country.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Ms Aparna Prasad, Founder, Knowledgeum Academy:<\/strong>
    \u201cFreedom is not just a legacy to be celebrated; it is a responsibility to be upheld. Our learners and educators took this message to the streets to spark real conversations.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Street Play Message (Badal\u0101va\u1e47eya Bharata):<\/strong>
    \u201cMother India is no longer chained by colonisers, but by apathy, technology dependence, and fading civic duty.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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