Community Engagement Program (CEP)

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We at Manava Bharati International School are committed to the holistic development of our students, ensuring to generate a temperament of critical thinking, logical reasoning and empathy towards the society. As part of this mission, we have implemented the Community Engagement Programme (CEP), which immerses students in real-world social issues and encourages them to analyze and reflect on their experiences through a structured learning framework.

Itinerary

Departure From Patna

Departure From Patna Junction	Arrival At New Jalpaiguri	Arrival At Venue (CDHI Campus)	Train Number/Name
Date: 20.12.2025 Saturday Time: 13:00 Hrs	Date: 20.12.2025 Saturday Time: 20:00 Hrs	Date: 20.12.2025 Saturday Time: 21.00 Hrs	22234 / VANDE BHARAT EXP

Departure From Siliguri (New Jalpaiguri)

Departure From Siliguri Junction	Arrival At Rajendranagar Terminal	Train Number/Name
Date:26.12.2025 Wednesday Time: 15:40 Hrs	Date: 27.12.2025 Thursday Time:4:40hrs	13247/ CAPITAL EXPRESS

Pre-CEP Workshop

Pre-CEP Workshop, where our dedicated Mentor Rajeshwar Mishra, Director Pradeep Kumar Mishra, and CEP Coordinators Amit Sarkar & Atul Anand guided parents through the upcoming journey of the 4th Community Engagement Program (CEP), happening from December 20-26, 2025 in Buxa, Jalpaiguri.

Mentor Rajeshwar Mishra: Nurturing curiosity and confidence to help young learners think deeper and dream bigger.

Empowering young minds to explore ideas, question boldly, and aim higher.

Coordinator Amit Sarkar sharing key insights and guidance.

Mentor Rajeshwar Mishra, Coordinator Amit Sarkar, and others shared practical lessons drawn from their on-ground experiences.

Pre-CEP Orientation

Pre-CEP Orientation Highlights Pre-CEP Orientation was a great success! Under the guidance of Mentor Rajeshwar Mishra, Director Pradeep Kumar Mishra and CEP Coordinators Amit Sarkar & Atul Anand, parents explored the exciting journey ahead for the 4th Community Engagement Program (CEP), scheduled from December 21st to 25th The session covered CEP objectives, the transformative experiences awaiting students in Buxa (Jalpaiguri,WB), and key program details.

Nurturing curiosity and confidence to help young learners think deeper and dream bigger.

Director Pradeep Kumar Mishra & Coordinator Amit Sarkar sharing valuable insights.

Mentor Rajeshwar Mishra shares lessons from his on-ground experiences.

Inspiring young minds to dream big and think critically.

CEP Journey By Vande Bharat

Embracing the Process: Manava Bharati International School's Community Engagement Journey. "Starting a journey is not just about reaching a destination; it’s about embracing the process".

The journey of learning and unity begins on the bus, even before the railway station.

Before the train departs – the spirit of learning and unity takes flight.

Principal, Mentor and Coordinator – united in purpose, dedicated to students.

Friendship and adventure – the perfect travel companions.

Visit to Teenbigha Corridor (Day 1)

As curiosity met the realities of borders and diplomacy, MBIS students and faculty explored the Teenbigha Corridor, gaining firsthand insight into India–Bangladesh cooperation, border management, and the role of geopolitics in fostering connectivity, harmony, and ease of life.

Inspiring words to kickstart an unforgettable journey. The Teenbigha Corridor is a narrow strip of land connecting India and Bangladesh, allowing free movement between Bangladeshi villages through Indian territory.

Students explored the Tinbigha Corridor, learning about India–Bangladesh cooperation, border management, and fostering harmony.

MBIS students and faculty visited the Tinbigha Corridor, observing its functioning firsthand. They learned about India–Bangladesh cooperation, border management, and the role of geopolitical agreements in fostering connectivity and harmony. How India–Bangladesh collaboration promotes goodwill, connectivity, and peaceful relations.

MBIS students and faculty visited the Tinbigha Corridor, gaining firsthand insight into its operation. They explored how India–Bangladesh cooperation ensures smooth border management and fosters regional connectivity. The visit highlighted the significance of geopolitical agreements in promoting goodwill, peaceful relations, and cross-border harmony.

Celebrating Cultural Harmony and Heritage (Day 2)

MBIS students explored Rabha and Dukpa cultures in Adma and Buxaduar, witnessing traditional dances, songs, intergenerational heritage, musical exchange, and meaningful interactions that celebrated diversity and shared traditions respectfully together.

Cultural exchange encouraged mutual respect, curiosity, and meaningful community connections.

Traditional performances highlighted preservation of cultural identity across generations there.

Dukpa girls presented vibrant traditional dance in Buxaduar community proudly.

Padambasti showcased intergenerational dance by grandmother and granddaughter together beautifully.

Surviving with Fewer Amenities (Day 3)

Students and teachers from Manava Bharati International School, Patna came face to face with these complex realities as part of their Annual Community Engagement Program ( CEP). The exposure left several questions with them but happily they also reflected and evolved important solutions. Such exposures offer life changing learning.

Hill villages struggle with limited resources and rights.

The villagers continue their lives with resilience.

Experience that transforms minds.

CEP exposure gave MBIS students real-world learning.