Shri Ram helped Sugreeva become the King

Story It was Friendship Day, and the children of Ananda Garden Society were happy and excited. In the evening, they all gathered in the society park with colourful friendship bands and small gifts for their friends. They tied ribbons around each other’s wrists, celebrating the joy of friendship.

Tinku, the oldest boy in the group, stood up and clapped his hands to get everyone’s attention. “I have a surprise for you all,” he said, smiling.

“What is it, Tinku bhaiya?” asked little Meera, her hands full of glittery ribbons. She looked up at him curiously with excitement.

Tinku smiled mysteriously. This Friendship Day, “I’m going to tell you a story about a very special friendship. A friendship so powerful that it changed the world.”

“Who is it about, bhaiya?” asked Ravi, a curious boy.

“It’s the story of Bhagwan Ram and his dear friend Sugreeva, the king of the Vanaras (monkey-like beings),” Tinku said as he sat down. The children quickly gathered around him.

Tinku began, “A long time ago, Bhagwan Ram was wandering through the forests with his brother, Lakshmana. They were searching for Sita Mata, Shri Ram’s wife, who had been taken away by the demon king Ravana.”

“While looking for Sita Mata, they entered a beautiful forest with tall trees and fragrant flowers. There, they met Hanumanji, the wise and devoted minister of King Sugreeva. Hanuman ji bowed before Ram and said, ‘I know someone who can help you.’”

“Who was it?” asked Anya, her eyes wide with curiosity.

“Sugreeva, the Vanar king,” Tinku replied.

“But Sugreeva was facing a tough time. He had been driven out of his kingdom by his own brother, Vali. Sugreeva was living in fear, hiding on a mountain.”

“Hanuman took Prabhu Shri Ram and Lakshmana to meet Sugreeva,” Tinku continued.

“When Sugreeva heard about Ram’s troubles, he said, “Shri Ram, I will do my best to help you find Devi Sita. But I, too, need help. My brother Vali has taken my kingdom. Kindly help me win it back?”

“Did Ramji agree to help?” asked Ravi.

“Yes,” Tinku said with a nod. “Ramji promised to help him. Sugreeva and Bhagwan Ram embraced each other, and their timeless friendship began.”

“What happened next?” Meera asked, leaning forward.

“Shri Ram kept his promise,” Tinku said. “He helped Sugreeva defeat Vali.”

Sugreeva, in turn, kept his word. He sent Hanuman Ji and his entire monkey army to help Ram Ji search for Mata Sita. Hanuman Ji was successful in finding Devi Sita. This is how their trust in each other began, and the bond between them became unbreakable.”

“Sugreeva and his army then helped Shri Ram build a bridge to Lanka, the Ram Setu. Together, they fought a great battle and defeated Ravana. Ram and Sita Mata were reunited because of teamwork and a true friendship.”

“But the story doesn’t end there,” Tinku added.

“After Ravana was defeated, Sugriva remained loyal to Ramji. Even when the war was over, Sugriva’s respect and devotion to Shri Ram only grew stronger. Shri Ram, too, never forgot the courage and sacrifice of his friend.”

Tinku paused and looked at the children. “Do you know why Ram and Sugreeva’s friendship is so special?” he asked.

“Because they helped each other!” Meera said brightly.

“That’s right,” Tinku said, smiling.

“True friends stand by each other in good times and bad. They trust and support each other. Friendship isn’t just about playing and having fun. It’s about helping, caring, and staying loyal, just like Bhagwan Ram and Sugreeva did.”

The children nodded thoughtfully. Then Ravi jumped up and tied a colourful band around Tinku’s wrist. “You’re like our Ram, Tinku bhaiya! You guide us and tell us amazing stories.”

Everyone laughed and clapped, celebrating Friendship Day with smiles and new lessons about being good friends.