*Attends Prize distribution function at GGHSS Satwari Cantt
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 18: Speaker, J&K Legislative Assembly, Kavinder Gupta today said that coordinated and convergent efforts are needed for improving the child sex ratio and ensuring survival and empowerment of the girl child.
The Speaker said this while addressing students, educationists, and parents during a prize distribution ceremony at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Satwari Cantt, here today.
Kavinder Gupta while stressing on bringing about a change in the social perception towards female child, said that girls have created a niche for themselves in every field and it is important that we encourage them so that they achieve success with confidence and courage.
He said that the centre and state governments are paying special attention on checking the alarming child sex ration in the state with focused campaigns like the BetiBachaoBetiPadao scheme and special social assistance scheme like LaadliBeti, among others.
Responding to issues put forth by Principal Neelam Gandotra the Speaker assured that the works pertaining to construction of classrooms, washrooms and examination hall will be taken up shortly.
On the occasion, the students presented a variety of cultural performances which showcased state’s culture besides communicating a strong social message.
SDM South Sonu Pargal, Tehsildar South Anil Mangotra, Dy SP Dr SunniyaWani, Vice Chairman Cantonment Board Hardev Singh, Member, Cantonment Board Bharat Bhushan were also present on the occasion.
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