Airtel hosts Christmas party for children with special needs |21 December 2013

Health Minister Larue speaking to some parents and children

Children enjoying their treats during the party

Local telecommunications company Airtel hosted a Christmas party for children aged five years and under and with special needs at the National Sports Council hall at Roche Caïman yesterday.

Present were health minister Mitcy Larue, her principal secretary Peggy Vidot, Airtel’s managing director Vikram Sinha and other officials of the company.

The party was organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Health through its rehabilitation services represented by its director Patricia Rene.

In a short speech before the start of the party, Minister Larue said it is an honour for her to be among the children and their parents.

She reminded the parents that there is always somebody behind them, giving them and their children support and that they are always remembered.

Minister Larue told the children and their parents that that they are in the thoughts of the Ministry of Health, the private sector and on this occasion Airtel and its managing director who made sure that the children also enjoy a Christmas party just like the other children.

Father Christmas distributing a gift to a child

“Every child is important. Here in Seychelles we attach great importance to our children, especially those with certain disability. They are not really disabled as they have certain abilities too – they are children who can do lots of things. We are here to make sure they grow and develop well and make sure they can play their role in society in the future and contribute towards their country’s development,” said Minister Larue.

She concluded by thanking Airtel for organising the event and the parents for the good support given to their children so that they develop well, both physically and mentally.

Mr Sinha then welcomed the children and parents present and said that the afternoon belonged to children.

“I strongly believe our code of values is to give back as much as we can to society,” said Mr Sinha.

He felt very thankful to being among the children and added that the company will continue doing its best for the children and will continue to partner with the Ministry of Health in such events.

He concluded by wishing all the children a Merry Christmas and lots of success in their future.

Father Christmas then distributed gifts to all the children present.