Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 8: International Women’s Day was celebrated with enthusiasm, zeal and fanfare. The theme for this year’s observance was “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”.
Asserting that gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world, Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan said that the present era marked the biggest social change due to removal of inequality among genders which gave due recognition to women of our country.
Advisor made these remarks while addressing a large gathering of womenfolk on the occasion of International Women’s Day at Tagore Hall here.
Speaking on the occasion, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole, said that the world is changing and women are taking up every field and making their contribution at all levels and the government has initiated several schemes for women empowerment.
In her welcome address, Mission Director, ICPS, Shabnam Shah Kamili said that this country has a long history of women emancipation.
On the occasion, artists from Firdous Dramatic Club performed a skit on the theme of day highlighting the bias against women bedides artists from Sonzal Art Cultural Organization also mesmerized the audiences with their colorful performances.
Later, Advisor Khan felicitated 10th, 12th class meritorious girl students, girl sports persons, businesswomen and several women welfare officers on the occasion.
On the occasion, Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta announced that every district would have its ‘Umeed Women Haat’ by next month.
The Chief Secretary was speaking in a function organized by J&K Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM) to honour the women achievers of J&K and launch few women oriented initiatives.
The Commissioner Secretary, RDD, Mandeep Kaur said that the mission has created hope among thousands of women. She said that she is very confident that the trust reposed by CS in the mission would be kept under every circumstances.
In her presentation the Mission Director, JKRLM, Dr Syed Sehrish Asgar said that in just 6 months the SAATH initiative has attained its targets successfully. She gave out that under this programme 513 women entrepreneurs have been provided sectoral specific training out of whom 120 have been choosen for further mentorship.
An SHG tracking portal- ‘Aajeevika JK’ was launched by the Chief Secretary besides declaring open the Umeed Women Haatat Srinagar from 8th to 12th of this month. The portal was said to help in tracking all economic activities undertaken by SHG members, their income and other services availed from different departments like gold card, artisan card, Shram cards, insurance benefits under PMSBY, PMJJY.
IAS officers Wives Association, (IASOWA), J&K, today celebrated International Women’s Day’s Day 2022 cum Holi Milan.
The function was organised by IASOWA under supervision of President IASOWA, Dr. Amita Mehta, an environmentalist, wife of Chief Secretary Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta.
Manu Bhatnagar, wife of Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, RR Bhatnagar, members of IASOWA were also present on the occasion.
On the occasion, Dr Amita Mehta felicitated two IAS lady officers Mandeep Kaur (2004 IAS) and Dr Syed Sehrish Asgar (2013 IAS) and said that these two officers have inspired hundreds of other women to achieve their dreams like they did.
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) celebrated International Women’s Day with zeal and enthusiasm. A Mini-Marathon comprised of faculty, staff, and students. Anuradha Chawla, Founder of Bbetter HR Solutions was the guest speaker on the occasion. Prof. BS Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu presided over the function.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Central University of Jammu organized a special lecture on the topic “Status of Women in Jammu and Kashmir after abrogation of Article 370”. The lecture was chaired by Prof Sanjeev Jain, Vice Chancellor Central University of Jammu and co-chaired by Dr Rouchi Choudhary Incharge Director Central for Comparative Religions and Civilization at the Central University of Jammu.
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2022, the NSS volunteers of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University organized an awareness session on “Female hygiene and sanitation”. The volunteers spread awareness regarding the necessity of following proper sanitary as well as hygiene habits, among several female housekeeping staff of SMVD University. The initiative was appreciated by Dr Rajiv Kumar, Faculty Coordinator, NSS, SMVDU.
The Centre for Women’s Studies, University of Jammu organized awareness program on the theme “Agar Mahilaien Jaagruk Nahi Hui to Pakshpaat Badhta Jayega” for the Community Women of Self Help Groups of Village, Bajalta, Jammu, on the occasion of International Women’s Day. At the very outset, Prof. Vishav Raksha, Director, Centre for Women’s Studies, University of Jammu, in her address highlighted the importance of International Women’s day. Prof. Sanjana Koul, from the School of Biotechnology, University of Jammu who was one of the resource persons, deliberated on the various women-related issues. Dr Hema Gandotra, Senior Assistant Professor from the Department of Sociology, University of Jammu who was the other resource person, dwelt upon the importance of empowering women through the provision of equal opportunities in every field.
University of Ladakh (UoL) Kargil Campus celebrated International Women’s Day. Chairman and Chief Executive Councilor (CEC), LAHDC, Kargil, Feroz Ahmed Khan was the chief guest while Deputy Commissioner and CEO, LAHDC, Kargil, Santosh Sukhadeve was the guest of honour. Registrar UoL, Imteaz Kacho, Director Kargil Campus UoL, Kaneez Fatima, Councilor Muhammad Ali Chandan, besides a number of students, teaching staff and women achievers were present during the day-long program. During the program, women achievers of Kargil district from different fields were felicitated with mementos and were given certificates of appreciation. On the occasion, a short documentary film titled “women a journey to empowerment” produced by students of the Sociology Department, UoL Kargil campus was also screened. An impressive skit projecting the existing gender discrimination in society was also presented by Ranthag Theater Group Kargil.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, The Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University Rajouri organized a symposium on ‘Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow’. The symposium was organised by the Cultural and literary Club of the University. Prof. Akbar Masood said that International Women’s Day comes with an opportunity to highlight the many extraordinary women amongst our staff, students and alumni, who continue to push for equality in all its forms to make this planet a much better place to live.
Kashmir University’s Centre for Women’s Studies and Research (CWSR) organized a national-level seminar to celebrate the International Women’s Day. Vice-Chancellor Prof Talat Ahmad inaugurated the seminar titled ‘Break the Bias: Striving For Equity’. Prof Pamila Singla from Delhi University delivered the keynote address and called for doing away with gender biases and stereotypes which, she said, are “ingrained in our minds.” Prof Mehraj-ud-Din Mir, former VC Central University of Kashmir and Prof Nilofar Khan, former Director CWSR KU were guests of honour. KU Registrar Dr Nisar A Mir was the special guest. The VC later released ‘News Digest’, a newsletter-cum-journal of CWSR and a book titled ‘Education in Contemporary India’ authored by Dr Rabia.
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar celebrated International Women’s Day in which speakers lauded the contrition of women folk in the society. The event was organized by Department of Physics. Prof Seemin Rubab from the Physics Department was the event coordinator, while Senior Scientist, Dr Nasheeman Ashraf from CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Sanat Nagar was the chief guest and Prof (Dr) Massarat Khanon was guest on the occasion.
International Women’s Day was celebrated in IECS Polytechnic, Purkhoo Camp, Domana, Jammu. A seminar was conducted on Topic “Gender Equality today for a Sustainable Tomorrow” which actually is theme for this year’s Women’s Day. Various students spoke on this topic. Ajay Singh Jamwal, Dean Administration asserted the importance of women in Nation building and urged the females to be bold and assertive.
The NSS unit of Government College of Education Jammu under the guidance of Principal Dr Kulvinder Kour celebrated the International Women’s Day with the inmates of Neha Ghar, Jammu.
The volunteers led by Programme Officer Dr Shubhra Jamwal and Prof Sarita Dogra distributed eatables among the inmates and stationery items among the girls staying at Neha Ghar. They also enlightened them about their rights and presented skits on the social issues prevailing in the society.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Bhartiya College of Education, Udhampur organized an inter-college seminar on the theme “Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow”. During the event, chairperson of the college; Madhu Khajuria, Principal of BCE, Dr Anita Bali, Principal of Bhaskar Degree of College, Dr SK Magotra, faculty members and students were present. Sunita Kargotra, Deputy Director Prosecution Officer Jammu, was the chief guest on the occasion.
International Women’s Day was celebrated at Central Sanskrit University, Shri Ranbir Campus, Jammu, under the aegis of National Service Scheme unit of the Campus. Prof Deepsheekha Kotwal, former Head of the Department, University of Jammu was the chief guest on the occasion. The function was presided over by Prof Madan Mohan Jha, Director, Shri Ranbir Campus. The female employees were felicitated on the occasion.
International Women’s Day was celebrated in Vimal Muni College of Education, Vijaypur in the theme “Gender Equality Today for Sustainable Tomorrow.” College Chairperson Anu Gupta, Principal and staff members were present on the occasion. Students expressed their views on the said theme, recited poems and some of them depicted their message on International Women’s Day through charts and posters.
Dogra Law College organized an event on the occasion of “International Women’s Day”. Sonia Gupta, Chairman, DLSA and Principal District and Sessions Judge, Samba was the chief guest. Gulchain Singh Charak, Former Minister and Chairman of Dogra Educational Trust emphasized upon the importance of the day. Mementos were presented to Sonia Gupta, Chairman, DLSA and Principal District and Sessions Judge, Samba, Rashi Verma, Additional Munsiff, Samba and Slahuddin Ahmed, Secretary, DLSA and Sub-Judge, Samba by Gulchain Singh Charak.
A poster making and slogan writing competition was organized in KC College of Education today on the eve of Women’s Day. The theme of the event was “Women Empowerment” wherein a good number of students participated. The best three entries were awarded suitably. Dr Sanjay Tickoo, Principal of the college and Priya Gupta, NSS Programme Officer were also present on the occasion.
Sant Mela Singh College of Education Digiana Jammu celebrated International Women’s Day. Essay writing and Rangoli competitions were organized by Population Education and Adult and Continuing Education Clubs and NSS unit of Sant Mela Singh College of Education. A good number of students participated and showed their creativity. Principal of the College Dr Kiran Luthra was the chief guest on the occasion.
Centre for Women’s Studies of GCW Parade Ground, Jammu in collaboration with PG Department of English and Psychological Counselling Cell-Manodarpan, organized a series of events to celebrate International Women’s Day. Dr SP Sarswat Principal of college and the staff members were present on the occasion.
Stephens College of Nursing celebrated Women’s Day. Dr Kamal Saini IGP Retd, Satvinder Saini Director SIPS and Kunal Saini Director SCON and Stephens Institute of Paramedical Sciences spoke on the occasion.
Madr-e-Meharban Institute of Nursing Science & Research SKIMS celebrated International Women’s Day with focus on this year’s theme “Gender Equality”. The participants deliberated on various aspects of the theme and underlined the importance of greater participation and elimination of bias at different levels for cohesive society. Director SKIMS and EOSG Prof Parvaiz A Koul graced the occasion as guests.
Women Development Cell in collaboration with Department of Sociology of GDC Jindrah celebrated International Women Day under the guidance of Prof Dr Rajshree Dhar, Principal of the college. Prof Poonam Rainu, Department of Sociology highlighted the importance of celebrating the day. Prof Jasneet Kour, Department of Political Science highlighted the suppressed role of women in political setup.
Government Degree College Ukhral organized an awareness programme on International Women’s Day Principal of the college, Prof (Dr) Ranvijay Singh threw light on the importance of the day.
NSS unit GDC Marh celebrated ‘Women’s Day’ by organizing week long different activities. Prof. Aekta Gupta, Principal, highlighted the importance of celebrating Women’s day.
NSS Unit of Maulana Azad Memorial College under the patronage of College Principal (Prof) Dr GS Rakwal, organized a special event to commemorate the International Women’s Day. The event spanned across a whole week that included activities related to women empowerment. On the occasion, the NSS Unit in collaboration with the Women Cell of the college, organized a special play and poetry recitation event.
GDC Dharmari celebrated International Women’s Day under the guidance of the Principal Dr KK Sharma.
Anti sexual Harassment Committee in collaboration with NSS Unit and Department of Sociology Government Degree College Sunderbani celebrated International Women’s Day by organizing different activities. The programme was presided over by the College Principal Prof (Dr) Vandana Gupta.
Psychological Counselling Cell in collaboration with Department of Zoology of GGM Science College, Jammu organized Discussion Cum Counselling Session ‘Love You Zindagi’ on the occasion of International Women’s Day under the patronage of Principal Dr Ravender Tickoo. This event was exclusively dedicated to the girl students of the college.
GDC Basohli celebrated International Women’s Day under the patronage of Principal Dr Nidhi Kotwal. Students of the college participated with great enthusiasm as they expressed their thoughts through poems, nukkad natak and dance performances.
Government Degree College Katra, Department of Sociology organized Intra College Poster Making Competition and Symposium on the occasion of “International Women’s Day” on the theme “Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow”. The competition was held under the guidance of Dr CK Khajuria, Principal, GDC Katra, Reasi Dr CK Khajuria.
Women Development Cell of GDC Thannamandi celebrated International Women’s Day by organizing symposium on the topic “Gender equality today for sustainable tomorrow”. The programme was organized under the patronage of Prof (Dr) Javaid Ahmed Qazi, Principal of the college.
Department of English and Women Development Committee, Maulana Azad Memorial College, Jammu organized a Symposium on the topic “Challenges and Success of Women in a Society” on occasion of International Women’s Day in collaboration with IQAC under the patronage of Principal of the college, Prof (Dr) GS Rakwal.
On the occasion of ‘International Women’s Day’, the NSS unit of GDC Bishnah organized a symposium on the topic “Gender Equality Today for Sustainable Tomorrow”. The participants threw light on the significance of gender equality, equitable development and inclusive society for the sustainable future.
Government Degree College Jourian celebrated International Women’s Day. On the occasion, a documentary based upon life experiences of Dr Kiran Bedi were shown to the students. Inaugural speech was presented by the Principal of the college Prof Kuldeep Raj Sharma.
Cultural and Literary Committee (C&LC) in collaboration with 2 J&K Girls BN NCC of Government Degree College RS Pura organized two day workshop on ‘Gender Equality Today for Sustainable Tomorrow’ to celebrate International Women’s Day under the patronage of Principal, Prof Sunil Uppal.
On the occasion of “International Women’s Day”, the Department of Sociology and Psychology Cell of Government Degree College R.S. Pura, organised an Awareness Rally. The activity was conducted under the patronage of Prof. Sunil Uppal, Principal of the College.
NSS Unit of Government Degree College, RS Pura celebrated Women’s Day. The volunteers made beautiful posters on the theme ‘Gender Equality Today For a Sustainable Tomorrow’ and carried out an awareness rally in the village. The event was organized under the patronage of College Principal Prof Sunil Uppal.
International Women’s Day was celebrated at GDC Banihal by Debates and Seminar Committee in collaboration with NSS unit and Anti Sexual Harassment cell of the College. Dr Manohar Lal Principal threw light on the importance of the day.
NSS Unit of GDC Majalta celebrated International Women’s Day. Juhi Manhas Pathania Vice Chairperson DDC Udhampur was the chief guest on the occasion. Dr BB Anand Principal of the college was also present on the occasion.
NSS Seven day Winter Special Camp was inaugurated with the celebration of International Women’s Day at GDC Khour. On this occasion a poetry recitation competition was organised in which the college students participated. The entire program was organized under the guidance of Dr Kuldeep Raj Sharma, Principal GDC Khour.
Government General Zorawar Singh Memorial Degree College Reasi organized a programme to celebrate International Women’s Day. In this connection, a colourful cultural programme was organised jointly by NCC and NSS units. A symposium was organised on the theme “Gender Equality today for sustainable tomorrow”. Principal of the College, Dr Chander Shekhar elaborated about the role of women in building the society.
Department of English GDC RS Pura organised Poster Making Competition on the topic International Women’s Day under the patronage of Principal, Prof Sunil Uppal. Students of all semesters participated in the competition and highlighted the different issues pertaining to women.
Government Degree College Dudu Basantgarh organized a symposium on the occasion of International Women’s Day on the theme “Gender Equality for a Sustainable Tomorrow”. On the occasion, Principal of the college Dr. Bhavnaish Chand addressed the students and aware them about the significance of women empowerment.
Government Degree College, Mahanpur celebrated International Women’s Day. The event was organized by the Women Empowerment Committee of the College under the guidance and supervision of Dr Rakesh Kumar Koul, Principal of the College. A poetry recitation competition and slogan writing competition were organized on the theme “Gender Equality Today for Sustainable Tomorrow”. Dr. Rakesh Kumar Koul, Principal of the College gave the keynote address.
GDC Bani celebrated International Women’s Day. The programme started with lighting the lamp ceremony by Principal Dr Vishal Sharma. On this occasion, the students delivered speeches on Women’s Day, Women’s Rights and their current issues in society.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, GDC Sidhra under the guidance of Principal Dr Monika Sharma, organized guest lectures by eminent women pioneers of J&K. The resource persons for the event included Dr. Geetanjali A. Rana, Dean Humanities, Cluster University Jammu, and Dr. Ruveda Salam, Deputy Commissioner, Income Tax Department Pathankot. The event was organized under the aegis of IQAC.
GDC Kotranka in collaboration with Indian National Science Congress Association celebrated International Women’s Day by organizing one day seminar on the theme “Gender equality today for Sustainable tomorrow” under the supervision of Dr Rajinder Singh Principal of the college. The chief guest on the occasion was Prof JS Tara Convener Indian National Science Congress Jammu Chapter while Dr Ranvijay Singh, Principal GDC Ukhral and Dr Surinder Sharma, Principal GDC Nowshera were guests of honor. More than ten students presented their speeches on the occasion.
Under the guidance of Principal Eliezer Joldan Memorial College, Leh Prof Tashi Ldawain, the College Student Council along with the College Gender Sensitization Committee (GS-CASH) celebrated International Women’s Day. The event was specially held to felicitate female students of Eliezer Joldan Memorial College who had made a mark in varied fields.
The Women Development Cell of Government PG College Rajouri celebrated International Women’s Day by organizing a seminar and quiz competition on the theme “Gender Equality and Sustainable Development here today. Principal of the College, Prof. Javaid Ahmed Qazi presided over the function whereas Wakeel Ahmed Bhat, District Social Welfare Officer, Rajouri and Yasmeen Kouser, Martial Arts Champion, were special guests on the occasion.
To celebrate the day, NSS Unit ‘Khidmat’ of GDC Vijaypur organized a symposium based on the theme “Gender Equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”. The event was conducted under the guidance of Dr Sangeeta Sudan, Principal of the College.
Government College of Engineering and Technology, Jammu organized series of events in order to commemorate “International Women’s Day”. The events were held under the patronage of Principal Prof (Dr) Sameru Sharma.
To commemorate the day, Government Degree College Kalakote in collaboration with NSS Unit organized two-day discussion-cum-workshop under the guidance of the Principal Dr Romesh Kumar Gupta.
IQAC Committee of Government SPMR College of Commerce, Canal Road, Jammu in collaboration with Department of English and Commerce celebrated the “International Women’s Day”. The resource person Advocate Jyoti Sharma J&K and Ladakh High Court, Master Trainer, National Legal Services Authority at Provincial level and Prof RS Jamwal, Principal of the College expressed their views on the occasion.
NSS Unit of Government Gandhi Memorial Science College visited martyr’s family at Bajalta under the patronage of Principal Dr Ravender Tickoo and to celebrate International Women’s Day. NSS GGM Science College visited the parents of martyr Rifleman Sohan Lal Bhagat 18 Assam Regiment who laid down his life for nation on 13th November 2017 and donated some money. Women’s Studies Centre of the college also celebrated the day. NSS Unit of the college also celebrated the day by organizing self defense camp.
The Women Development Cell of Government College of Education Jammu organized three days seminar on the theme “Break the Bias” to commemorate International Women’s Day. On the third day of the event, the sub theme was “Technology and Cyborge as the New Equalizer” and Dr Rekha Choudhary spoke on the theme. Principal of the College Dr Kulvinder Kour was also present on the occasion. Prof Shapia Shameen presented welcome address while as poem of women empowerment was narrated by Prof. Rubina Yasmeen.
NSS Unit of GDC Darhal celebrated International Women’s Day by organizing a symposium in which NSS volunteers spoke on the significance of celebrating the day. Principal of the college Prof Sumanesh Jasrotia congratulated the NSS Volunteers of the college for organizing a symposium on the importance of International Women’s Day.
Centre for Women Studies and NSS Units of Government Degree College Kathua celebrated International Women’s Day. Prof Raj Kiran, In-charge Principal of the college was the chief guest, while Advocate Appu Singh was the guest of honour.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, GDC Batote organized a workshop to highlight the important role that women are playing in various fields of life and to expose the violence that they often have to face in various facets of life. Prof Ahaq Hussain Parray welcomed the keynote speaker on the occasion Dr Mudasir Ahmad Dar PhD Sociology. Principal of the college Prog Rajesh Kumar Gupta was also present on the occasion.
On the occasion of Women’s Day, a function was organized by Suresh Kumar, Director, Awake Educational Trust in collaboration with Dr BR Ambedkar Memorial School at Kathua. The program was presided over by Tejinder Singh Chairman Awake India Educational Trust.
International Women’s Day was celebrated by Chenab College of Education by organizing an awareness program on the theme “Role and Rights of Women—a step towards Women empowerment”. The resource persons on the occasion were Parveen Sangral President Muskan Foundation, Vijaypur Samba, and Rajesh Bhardwaj Vice President, Muskan Foundation. Principal of the College Dr Inderjeet Kour was also present on the occasion. The students presented songs, speeches and recited poems related to the theme.
KC College of Education took out women empowerment rally and organized poster making competition on the occasion of International Women’s Day. Principal of the college Dr Sanjay Tikku was the chief guest on the occasion.
Dr Sanjay Tikku said that in today’s era women are also walking shoulder to shoulder with men. We should rise above conservative thinking and give equal rights to women. Otherwise, we will be deprived of the cooperation of about 50% of the people of the country. If seen in different fields, today women are raising the name of India. Astronaut Kalpana Chawla, Sunita Williams, former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi, boxer Mary Kom, badminton player Saina Nehwal etc. have brought laurels to India. It is the need of the hour that gender discrimination should be removed. On this occasion students like Shifali Jamwal, Sapna Sharma, Nisha, Neetu, Manila, Meenu, Ritu, Deepshikha, Bharti, Sonika, Shweta etc. took out a rally and participated in the poster competition. The college administration said that due to Corona reasons, the number in the rally was kept low
International Women’s Day was celebrated at Government GLDM Degree College Hiranagar under the supervision of Principal Prof Suresh Sharma. This program was organized by the Cultural Committee, GS Cash Committee and Women Counseling Cell.
Under the supervision of Principal Prof Subash Chander Sharma various organs of GDC Udhampur organized myriad of programmes on the occasion of International Women’s Day.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the NSS Units of Government SPMR College of Commerce organized a poster making and special lecture on the theme “Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow”. Principal of the college RS Jamwal threw light on the importance of the day.
MC Khalsa College of Education celebrated International Women’s Day. On the occasion, the college released the project report. The institution started pilot project on the theme “Safety and Security of working and non working women” under three phases from 2018. The phases were panel discussion, symposium and essay competition. Dr Madhu Singh, Principal was honoured by the faculty and students for giving her remarkable services as head of the institution from the last 31 years. The presidential address was delivered by Harbans Singh, Former Minister and Chairman of the College.
To commemorate International Women’s Day, GCW Bhagwati Nagar organized a series of events. NSS Volunteers and faculty members distributed menstrual hygiene commodities among the women folk of the adopted village (Om Nagar). Various events like literacy programme, a seminar, etc were organized. Principal of the college Prof Minnie Sharma lauded the students for their efforts and enthusiasm.
Hassan Khoyihami Memorial Degree College Bandipora celebrated International Women’s Day on the theme “Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow”. The program was organized by NSS Units of the college under the guidance of Principal Dr Mohd Amin Malik.
Women Development Cell of GDC Bishnah in collaboration with Tehsil Legal Services Authority Bishnah celebrated International Women’s Day. On the occasion, the chief guest was Munsiff Bishnah Asma Choudhary, Chairperson TLSA Bishnah. The programme concluded with vote of thanks by the Head of the Institution Dr Anuradha Pandoh. The NSS Units of the GDC Bishnah also celebrated the day.
A programme was organized by Government Model Higher Secondary School Sawjian Poonch to celebrate the day. The programme was presided over by the School Principal Anwar Khan. A seminar on ‘Role of Women in Society’ was organized on the occasion.
International Women’s Day was celebrated in Delhi Public School Udhampur to recognize the contribution and significance of the women. Fun frolic games were organized on the occasion.
Jammu Sanskriti School Jammu celebrated International Women’s Day. On the occasion, Kamal Sisodiya Commandant CRPF was the chief guest. In the end, Rohini Aima, Chairperson-cum-Principal presented vote of thanks.
Dogra Higher Secondary School Shastri Nagar celebrated the day under the supervision of Managing Director Advocate Gambhir Dev Singh Charak and Principal Devinder Kour. Many speakers on the occasion threw light on the importance of the day.
Samar Pal Institute of Languages celebrated the day at Gandhi Nagar. Chairman Avinash Cancer Care Charitable Trust, Avinash Kour was the chief guest, whereas Manmeet Kour Vice Chairman was the special guest the programme was held under the supervision of Samarpal Singh, MD SPIL and Sehaj Pal Singh, Volunteer ACCCT.
International Women’s Day was celebrated in Government Girls Middle School Kabir Colony Zone Jammu under the control of Haneef Mohd Hackla Zonal Education Officer Jammu. The function was organised by the Head of the Institution Kusam Gupta and Nishu Bala. Mostly the girl students participated in the function. Later, the prizes were distributed to the students who took part in the function.
Kay Tee Designer Studio by Munali celebrated International Women’s Day at their new store in Gandhi Nagar. To promote women, cherish womanhood and to call on every woman to celebrate herself, the store owner Munali announced flat 25 per cent discount on all the designer garments till this weekend.
On International Women’s Day (IWD), Nami Dogri Sanstha organised a special ‘Interactive Session’ with ‘Daughter of the Soil’ Nidhi Dogra Sharma-a social activist and patron of Dogra Samaj Trust, Mumbai. Nidhi Dogra talked about activities, works and achievements of Dogra Samaj Trust.
On IWD, artists of Bhartiya Lok Sangeet Kala Sansthan in coordination with Sangam Tru Art Production presented Musical Play ‘Nari Shakti’.
The 12th International Art Exhibition (Online) organized by J&K Centre for Creative Arts (JKCCA), Jammu on International Women’s Day- 2022 was inaugurated by V.S Rahi, Senior Advisor, JKCCA & Veteran Artist from New Delhi. Dharminder Sharma, Advisor, JKCCA & Senior Artist from Amritsar (Punjab) was the guest of honour on this occasion. The art works of eminent and well known artists, along with the works of young artists of India and abroad was put on display in the show.
To celebrate the International Women’s Day, Samooh Women Wing Jammu organised a programme at Purkhoo Migrant Camp. On this occasion Mohan Lal, Deputy Director SKPA Udhampur was chief guest while Vimal Manchanda, Secretary General (RlJP) was the guest of honour. Prominent women honoured on the occasion included Advocate Tania Sharma, Yogita Bali, Sarita Koul, Satveer Kour and Dimple Sharma for their outstanding contribution in their respective fields.
On International Women’s Day 166 Military Hospital organised a series of events in Jammu. The celebrations commenced with lamp lighting by Dr. Keerti Segan, Vice Chairperson FWO Tiger Division and Poonam Singh. The gathering was educated by eminent speakers on prevailing health issues among women. A booklet on ‘Cancer Awareness’ was also released on the occasion.
Army’s White Knight Corps organised a series of events in Nagrota Military Station. Barinderjit Kaur, Zonal President, AWWA White Knight Corps, graced the occasion and inaugurated a ‘Well Women Clinic’ for families of Nagrota Military Station at Trikuta Medical Centre (Section Hospital), Nagrota.
International Women Day was celebrated by Manawar Yodha BDE/Crossed Swords Division by organising a lecture for the women and girl children of Border Areas of Akhnoor at Govt High School Hamirpur, Sidhar to raise awareness about women’s equality and accelerate gender parity.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2022 Indian Army at Saldhar, Dharmari and Gool organised an awareness programme on crucial role played by the women in developmen