World Vision India, an NGO for children, organised a book-reading session at Sainath Shikshan Sanstha in Ghatkopar yesterday.

The session was aimed at promoting education as a basic right for under-privileged children. Yash Chopra, Pamela Chopra and Pooja Bedi read out stories to the children.
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World Vision from Global Big Read supported the session, which aims to highlight the need for children to remain in school, as explained by Dr Jayakumar Christian, National Director, World Vision India.

"It is important for all of us to work towards ensuring that no child is denied the access
to education," said Pamela Chopra. Actress Pooja Bedi, said "I am glad to be associated with Big Read. It is critical for parents across all walks of life to understand that education is the one aspect that can make significant difference to the value of our lives."