Dear Reader

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Words are such a divine art.
It never ceases to amaze mankind as to how a few formations that we call “letters” can be put together to shape up human schools of thought and vary human emotions. Some words can draw a curve across one’s face and make them smile, and others can turn that curve upside down and make them frown. Let us choose our words wisely to never bring a frown on anyone’s face.
With such power, it becomes vital that words need to be used wisely and carefully.
Among all the privileges of living in the 21st century, one must agree that being able to use these words to express opinions openly is also a privilege.
We all have a lot to say using these words.
The youth of today especially, have a lot to share. A lot words yet to be said and many voices yet to be heard. All that they are in search for is a platform to express themselves. It is often assumed that the present day generation are all stuck up on Snapchat, Selfies and Series. However this generalisation is far-fetched from the truth. The youth are constantly thriving to excel and bring about significant change in the human society. They have ideas, solutions and mind blowing thoughts to current situations in the world. The only reason why they are not being able to put their words out there is because of the present day mind-set of the young generation being too “small” to understand situations. We often become oblivious to the fact that age has nothing to do with capability. One can be very young and yet have the ability to run the world.
This blog is therefore an attempt to provide the young blood with a platform to enhance their voice and use the art of words to connect with the world. It is the beginning of a new beginning for the youth.
Let our voices be heard.



- HSS BLOG TEAM

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