How Kavade brings traditional Indian board games outdoors
The Hindu
Look out for games installed on benches and tables, an initiative by Kavade in Bengaluru to encourage children and adults to play outdoors
“The sight of a young child and an adult at play brings out a different vibe, a brilliant energy,” says Sreeranjini GS, founder of Kavade, a traditional board game store in Bengaluru. With the installation of permanent structures around the city, Sreeranjini has ensured anyone can enjoy a game or two, even if they have left their boards at home.
In December 2019, residents’ associations in Jakkur decided to spruce up the park around the lake, as part of their CSR initiative. Thinking out of the board-game-box, Sreeranjini with Annapurna Kamath of Sathya Foundation and Jalaposhan Trust conceptualised the “scaling up” of some traditional Indian games in that area in a bid to build awareness and a sense of community.
“Annapurna explored the possibility of installing game tables along the periphery of the jogger’s path. As this was also next to the children’s play area, we hoped it would foster the participation of different age groups who frequented the park.”