Mass Media Communication & Journalism Students Present Puppet Show “10th Bole To??” on the Pressures Faced by 10th Grade Students
Gujarat University, Ahmedabad — On April 4, 2025, Gujarat University’s Department of Mass Media Communication and Journalism successfully completed its puppetry workshop with an interesting performance called “10th Bole To??” The workshop, which started on March 24, 2025, addressed the immense pressure that 10th graders experience from school authorities, parents and student comparisons, and societal expectations.
Dr. Bharat Joshi, the Ex Vice Chancellor. of Gujarat Vidyapith, graced the event as the Chief Guest and praised the students for their innovative approach in using puppetry to address such crucial issue. “This performance brings to light the pressures faced by young students today. It is commendable that the students have chosen to use art as a medium to reflect such important concerns,” he said. According to him youth experience stress because they allow stress to overtake their emotions. Our life is full of exams at every corner we need to take stress in our stride and give our best.
The program explored the difficulties that students face as a result of the high demands that society, their parents, and their schools place on them. It emphasized the detrimental effects of continuously comparing oneself to other students and peers, as well as the excessive demands of coaching sessions and tuition. On the other hand, the program also included the opinions of loving parents who value compassion and understanding for their kids.
The production was brought to life by the creative efforts of the students of MMCJ, who crafted the puppets, designed the sets, and wrote the script. The performance resonated deeply with the audience, shedding light on the struggles and aspirations of 10th Class students. The event also acknowledged the mentorship and guidance provided by Chirag Parekh, the mentor for the workshop, and the invaluable contributions of Ramesh Raval Sir, who helped in crafting the puppets.
“This workshop has been a wonderful journey for all of us,” said Parth Sanjay Sharma and Aditya S Bhavsar, one of the lead performers. “It was not just about creating puppets and performing on stage but about understanding and expressing the challenges faced by students today.” The performance was attended by department students, faculty and research scholars. The Department of Mass Media Communication and Journalism continues to encourage creativity, critical thinking, and social awareness amongst its students, providing them with opportunities to engage in projects that reflect societal concerns and foster dialogue.
