~ The games we played ~
Courtesy to the modern gadgets the kids these days have forgotten the taste of the real games. The games that are based on the natural movement of the human body, which includes running, jumping, hitting or racing.
These games that we played those days, were evenly responsible to develop our overall personality. They not just taught us to be patient as we waited for our turn but at the same time also inculcated the team spirit in us. These games, definitely, did enhance our concentration and focus.
So, in a humble effort to revive the old spirit in us, we at KashmirAsItIs are hosting an online contest on ‘Games we played’ – Saz Long (Hops Scotch); Khur Zangul (Cat’s cradle); Hiqat; Teenkan Gindun (Marbles); Haaran Gindun (Coweries); Dajji Baal (Dodge Ball); Lathkij-Lot (Gulli Danda) and many many more.
How to participate –
1. Select one traditional game of your choice – it can be indoor or outdoor game.
2. Make a video in which you are –
- a. Telling about yourself – Name, Age, Place of residence.
- b. Talking about these games like origin of the game, what it is commonly known as and rules of playing
c. Playing the game yourself (or as one of the participant)
3. Send the video to us at admin@kashmirasitis.com
4. You can also send the video to us via KashmirAsItIs Application via ‘submit media file’ section.
Rules –
1. Age limit – AGE NO BAR
2. You can only select one traditional game of your choice.
3. Each game needs to be described clearly; explaining the rules of the game and how it is played, its origin, what it is called in modern era etc.
4. Video should also capture you playing the game physically.
5. Video should be preferably created in Kashmiri language. If you are not well-versed with Kashmiri, you can use Hindi/English mixed with some Kashmiri words.
6. There can be many participants (of any age) while demonstrating the game; however only one main participant should be the one describing the details of the game.
7. Send the videos before 15th March 2022.
Prizes –
1. First, Second and Third prize winners will be awarded cash prize of Rs5000, Rs3000 & Rs2000 respectively.
2. A surprise award(s) for participant whose presentation of the traditional game will be creative & out of the box.
So what are you waiting for – GET SET GOOOOOOOOO !!!