Kishtwar, Jan 24: The district Administration Kishtwar, in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare, Friday celebrated National Girl Child Day by organising a series of engaging activities aimed at empowering young girls and raising awareness about their rights.
The event featured motivational lectures on the theme “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao,” encouraging the protection and education of girls. Scintillating cultural performances, including solo and group dance besides musical acts by girl students representing different educational institutions added to the grandeur of the Event. The event also showcased singing and dance performances by the girls of “PARISHA” Home for Girls.
A remarkable skit, presented by Kishtwar Act Production, highlighted the importance of girls’ education and their empowerment.
Adding to the celebration, Nidhi Aryan, winner of Kishtwar Idol Season 2, captivated the audience with her performance, leaving a lasting impression. A special segment of the event featured inspiring stories from girl entrepreneurs who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields.
Among them were Ruhana Sheikh, a talented calligrapher; Mehwish Tak, a skilled makeup artist; Azma Bhat, a home-baker and cloud kitchen entrepreneur; and Sudarshana Devi, a successful mushroom cultivation entrepreneur.
Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Kumar Shavan underscored the government initiatives to promote the empowerment of women and girls, including establishment of the Women Empowerment Cell, the Mission Yuva Scheme Registration, and facilitating loan opportunities for girl entrepreneurs.
He emphasized the administration’s commitment to the uplift of the girl child and women’s rights, as well as the need for stricter actions against domestic violence and the role of women in combating the growing drug menace.
District Social Welfare Officer Zubair Ahmed, also spoke about the significance of providing education to the girl child and supporting their career aspirations across various fields.
Samridhi Sen, International Gold Medalist Singer from Kishtwar, was also present and added to the event’s vibrancy.
The Deputy Commissioner, along with other dignitaries, felicitated women achievers, including ALC Mamta Sudershan, Samridhi Sen, Sapna Thakur (Media) and other participants.
The winners of the painting competition, which was held to commemorate the day, were also honoured at the event. All the dignitaries also participated in the signature campaign on the Dream Wall established by the SWD. The event, saw the participation of senior officers, including DIO Kishtwar Dr. Kuldeep Kumar, ALC Kishtwar Mamta Sudershan, TSWO Kishtwar Rajesh Kumar Sharma, students, Officers and officials from DHEW Mission Shakti Kishtwar, teachers, parents, Anganwadi workers, and other community members.
