Sarfraz Chak
Poonch, Mar 28: The Social Welfare Department on Saturday organised an awareness programme under the flagship initiatives Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Government Higher Secondary School, Mandi.
A series of cultural performances, including skits, singing, and thematic presentations on Nasha Mukt Bharat, were showcased by students. Selected students also delivered impactful speeches, reflecting awareness and commitment towards these vital social issues.
Among the notable participants were members of civil society, Ex PRI representatives of Mandi, along with staff and students, whose active involvement added significance to the programme.
District Social Welfare Officer, Khalil A Banday, welcomed the distinguished guests and spoke on the occasion, highlighting the importance of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and the urgent need for collective brainstorming to address challenges related to gender equality and substance abuse.
He appreciated the role of youth and emphasized the need to channelise their energy towards constructive and nation building activities.
Principal Boys Higher Secondary School Mandi Anwar Khan also addressed the gathering and later presented the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the Social Welfare Department for organising the programme and acknowledging the collective efforts of all participants.
District Social Welfare Officer Khalil A. Banday extended special thanks to Principal Anwar Khan and his entire staff for their wholehearted support and for making the programme a success.
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