Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 26: Dogra Law College organized a health awareness lecture on “Dietary Habits and its Consequences”, here today.
The purpose of the lecture was to enlighten the students about the importance of diet. Numerous factors influence dietary habits, which naturally affect people’s nutritional status.
Dr. Adnan Rafiq, MD, DNB (Gastroenterologist), was the special guest, while Gulchain Singh Charak, former Minister and chairman of Dogra Educational Trust chaired the event.
While addressing the gathering, Dr Adnan Rafiq emphasized upon the importance of dietary habits and how it is a key component in improving health. He also appreciated the organizer of Dogra Law College for thinking out of the box and creating awareness for the all-around development of the students in particular.
Dr Adnan Rafiq also elaborated on the concept and importance of a balanced diet in order to tackle various lifestyle related diseases. He encouraged the students to lead a healthy life and engage in regular physical activities. He also laid stress on taking nutritional deficiencies more seriously.
The event started with the lighting of the lamp by all the dignitaries. This was followed by presenting saplings to Dr Adnan Rafiq, MD, DNB and Gulchain Singh Charak as a token of gratitude. Iram Javed, convenor, NSS unit of the College presented the welcome address. The stage was managed by Bhoomi Thapar, a student of the College.
A memento was presented to Dr. Adnan Rafiq by Gulchain Singh Charak, chairman of the Trust, Gambhir Dev Singh Charak, trustee, Principal of the College.
Mehak Fatima presented a vote of thanks.
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