Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 8: Various organisations, institutions and associations celebrated International Women’s Day with enthusiasm and fervour, today.
To commemorate the International Women`s Day a programme was today organized at Town Hall Kathua where Dy CM, Dr Nirmal Singh was the chief guest. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Singh said the objective of observing the International Women’s Day is to change the way the society looks at the women and ensure a world where the only limit on them is their talent not gender. He said the responsibility to provide a conducive and protective atmosphere to the girl child rests first with the family and then on the society at large.
Vice Chairperson, Jammu and Kashmir Women’s Development Corporation (JKWDC) and Minister of State for Health & Medical Education, Social Welfare and Housing & Urban Development Departments Asiea Naqash today said that women hold an important place in the society and called for empowering them to keep two wheels of human cycle moving in tandem for economic and social justice. The Minister was speaking as chief guest at an event organised by JKSWDC in collaboration with the Government Women’s College Parade to commemorate the International Women’s Day.
Minister of State for Education, Technical Education, Tourism and Culture Priya Sethi today said “Through purposeful collaboration, we can help women advance and unleash their limitless potential for the greater good of the society”. The Minister said this at a function organized by Amateur Theatre Group at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu to celebrate “Women’s Day” with the teaching faculty of various schools.
In its endeavor to provide health services to women on the occasion of international Women’s day, Police Wives Welfare Association (PWWA) today organized two free medical camps for women at Government Women College M A Road and Housing Colony Qamarwari Bemina here in summer capital.
At Kathua, District Development Commissioner, Ramesh Kumar, today chaired a workshop for women organized by district administration to celebrate International Women’s Day. The DDC, while speaking on the occasion highlighted the role and importance of women in nation building.
At Rajouri, the Day was celebrated with Member Legislative Assembly Advocate Qammar Hussain as chief guest on the occasion. Addressing a mammoth gathering, the MLA said that an empowered woman creates an empowered society and the Government has launched various schemes and programmes for welfare and development of women.
At Sunderbani, the programme was presided over by District Programme Officer Nazeer Sheikh.
At Udhampur, the international event was organized at Government Degree College Udhampur in which Additional Deputy Commissioner Avny Lavasa was the chief guest. While speaking on the occasion, she stressed on sensitizing the society for providing a conducive environment for empowering women.
Another programme to mark the International Women’s Day was organized at ANMT School, District Hospital Udhampur in collaboration with ICDS and Health Department which was attended by the Anganwadi workers and ASHAs.
At Ramban, the district administration today celebrated International Women’s Day in which District Development Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Aijaz was the chief guest. Speaking on the occasion, the DDC appreciated the efforts of Health and ICDS department in organizing such an event for serving, women community.
Department of Economics, Government Degree College Bhaderwah celebrated International Women’s Day with zeal and enthusiasm today. Some of the faculty members and students threw light on the importance of the day.
Manav Uthaan, an NGO organized one-day awareness camp for women at village Alleh in Arnia Tehsil. The camp was held to educate the ladies on Women’s Day. Over 200 women and 50 men from Alleh and adjoining villages attended the camp., which was held under the overall supervision of President of Manav Uthaan, Seema Mahajan.
To honour motherland and all the women of the World, NSS Unit of Government College of Education in collaboration with the women development cell organized a series of colourful programmes on the occasion. Principal of the College, Dr. Kaushal Smotra was the chief guest on the occasion, who advocated for women empowerment. Vickram Singh Raina, DGM PNB was the guest of honour.
To celebrate international Women’s Day, J&K Football Association organized Football Day at MA Stadium, here. Over 150 girls and 30 mothers took part. The mothers and girls were awarded ‘T’ Shirts donated by All India Football Federation.
Govt. College for Women celebrated International Women’s Day with great zeal and enthusiasm today. Dr. Satinder Singh, Principal of the college presided over the function. NSS volunteers on the occasion presented colourful cultural items. Stuti and Monika recited poems highlighting women issues.
Dogra Law College celebrated Women’s Day with pomp and show today. A Poster making competition was organized in the College Auditorium in which students of LLB 5 years participated. The theme of the Poster making competition was “Be Bold for Change”. Bela Charak, Academic Director and Dr VP Magotra, Principal Dogra Law College appreciated the students.
NSS Unit of Dogra College of Education organized a “Talk-cum-Presentation on lives of Women Bharat Ratna Awardees” while celebrating International Woman’s Day today. The function was organised in the Conference Hall of the college wherein the welcome address was presented by Indu Puri, Sr. Lecturer Dogra College of Education. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by NSS programme officer, Nishu Saproo.
Jammu Sanskriti School Kathua celebrated International Women’s Day with pomp and show today. A seminar was organized under the guidance of Principal, Shuchita Gupta in which all the teachers shared their views.
Panthers Party Mahila wing celebrated Annual Day with enthusiasm and zeal today. Manju Singh senior JKNPP leader and wife of Harsh Dev Singh sought early delimitation of Assembly constituencies in the State and reservation of 33% seats for women in State Assembly. Kesar Parveen Advocate and General Secretary Mahila Panthers and other prominent leaders who spoke on the occasion included Madhu Bala, Sushma, Paramjit, Arti Sharma, Manorama, Sapna, Jyoti Bala, Anita Kumari, Sudesh and Ruby Kundal.
International Women’s Day was celebrated in IECS and North Polytechnic, the two institutions working under the aegis of Jamwal Group of Educational Institutions, with great enthusiasm, fervour and gaiety. The participants presented songs and other cultural programmes.
Principals of the two institutions Prof KG Gupta and Prof KR Sharma congratulated the women staff on this day.
National College of Education Purkhoo Camp, Domana, Jammu celebrated Woman’s Day in the College premises today. CR Bhagat (Principal, KV Domana) was the chief guest on this occasion. The Programmme was started with welcome address by students Rohni Chib and Roma Chib. Bhagat threw light on the importance of the day.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, students of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Gharota, Jammu honoured their teachers.
Vatsyayana spoke on the importance of the day, while Nimi Pandita presented vote of thanks.
Samooh Theatre today celebrated Women’s Day with folk musical concert by the young women artists here at K.L Saigal Hall, Jammu. Kuldip Sharma, executive member CSWB Ministry of women and Child Development Govt. of India while Haji Shak Mohd Malik Ex- Member National Legal Services Authority was the guest of honour. Anita Chandpuri, Secretary, women wing of Samooh Theatre shared her experience, while Dr. Kamal Sharma, President Samooh Theatre presented vote of thanks.
As part of International Women’s Day observed at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital focusing on health and well-being of women, a free breast health screening camp was organized exclusively for Border Security Force (BSF) today.
The National Conference Women Wing led by Provincial President Satwant Kaur Dogra celebrated “International Women’s Day” with great enthusiasm at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan today. The function was inaugurated by paying rich floral tributes to Madr-e-Meharbaan, a timeless icon and beacon of inspiration for the women and people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Former MLA and National Conference leader, Bimla Luthra today sought implementation of schemes for empowerment and emancipation of women in order to have their participatory role in decision making in a big way. She was speaking at a rally held in observance of International Women’s Day. Among others present on the occasion included Bharti, Radha, Jyoti, Pinki and others.
Govt. Degree College Ramnagar in collaboration with Department of Field Publicity and Broadcasting organized programmes on the International Women’s Day under the supervision of Dr. Pankaj Sharma. The Principal of the College Prof Tara Nath was the chief guest on the occasion.
SS Bijral, retired IGP, State Convener Beti pachao, Beti padhao while on the International Woman’s Day today said that it is high time we open our eyes to increasing divorce rate, violence, intolerance, drug menace, shooting up criminal tendencies with morality and ethics taking a back seat in the society.
J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages in collaboration with GGM Science College, Jammu organized Multilingual Kahani Gosthi to celebrate International Women’s Day today at College premises. Ajeet Angral, Principal was the chief guest, whereas Sudesh Raj presided over the function. Dr. Aziz Hajni, Secretary, Dr. Arvinder Singh Amn, Additional Secretary, J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages, Dr Shama Vohra were also present in the presidium.
A One day workshop on “Women in Policing” was organised to celebrate International Women’s Day at Radha Vinod Raju Auditorium of SKPA Udhampur in which prominent lady Police Officers from the field were invited. Director Sher-i-Kashmir Police Academy Udhampur, M. Sulaiman Salaria, IGP delivered the inaugural address.
On the occasion of ‘International Women’s Day, Team JK Against Corruption under the chairmanship of Vikram Singh Badhwal organized a seminar at DVD School Jammu which was organized by Rajeev Sethi in which SHO Women Cell Jammu, Anita Ji and many social activists were present.
KC College of Education organized “International Women’s Day” with pomp and show here today. Speaking on the occasion Prof. Shamima Bano, Principal of the College highlighted the role of women in nation building. The NSS Programme officer, Priya Gupta appreciated the efforts of NSS volunteers.
On the instructions of M K Sharma, Chairman, District Legal Services Authority (Pr. District & Sessions Judge), Bhaderwah, the International Women’s Day, was celebrated at Bhaderwah by District Legal Services Authority in collaboration with Tehsil Legal Services Committee, Bhaderwah by organizing an awareness camp in the Seminar Hall of SDM’s Office Bhaderwah.
In a simple yet impressive event, Gandhi Global Family J&K organized Young Women Leadership Conclave to mark International Women’s Day 2017 in collaboration with Deptt of Higher Education, J&K State, under the aegis of United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) India and Bhutan.
International Day for women was celebrated at SDH Bhaderwah under the guidance of Block Medical Officer Bhaderwah, Dr. Yudhvir Singh Kotwal. BMO Bhaderwah said that women were created by God to beautify this world.
On the occasion of International Women Day, District Congress Committee Jammu (Urban) held a meeting of Congress workers at ward No- 8 Dogra Hall Jammu. President District Congress, Anil Chopra presided over the meeting.
On the occasion of World Women’s Day, JKSM Women’s wing organized a programme at its Head Office today. Secretary of JKSM Ruqaya Bhaji spoke on the occasion.
At Srinagar, Women’s Study Centre of Government College of Education organized a two-day seminar titled ‘Creating Space, Not sympathy for Women’ to celebrate International Women’s Day. Legislator, Anjum Fazli, who was chief guest, discussed in detail role of women in creating and maintaining the social circle.
At Baramulla, under the direction Principal District & Sessions Judge, Syed Touqeer Ahmad, an awareness programme highlighting rights of women was held in Tangmarg in collaboration with Tehsil Legal services Committee Tangmarg.
Breast Cancer Awareness programme was organized by Medanta The Medicity Gurgaon in Association with Govt. College for Women, Gandhi Nagar on the eve of International Women’s Day. Principal Govt.College for Women welcomes the Speaker Dr Kanchan Kaur (Breast Cancer Specialist) from Medanta Gurgaon by presenting the bouquet.
Department of Home Science organized an interactive session to celebrate International Women’s Day today. Formal welcome address was delivered by Dr. Samridhi Arora, Associate Professor and coordinator of the programme. Prof. Rekha Chowdhary, former Dean Research Studies, University of Jammu was the invited speaker for the occasion.
Government Ayurvedic Hospital Jammu organized ‘Spring Tree Talk interaction get Together’ to mark International Women’s Day.
Acknowledging women and their contribution to the world, society and its organization, Vodafone J&K Circle marked the International Women’s Day with a panel discussion on the theme “Pledge for Parity, How?” In association with ‘The Business School (TBS), Jammu University. Prof. Alka Sharma (Director, The Business School) formally introduced the guests and COO Vodafone India, Rakesh Shalla.
Centre for Women Studies in collaboration with the Dean Students Welfare, Jammu University celebrated International Women Day by organizing a signature campaign against sexual harassment at work place/ educational institutions.
A colourful function was organized by the staff and students of Jammu Institute of Ayurveda and Research, Nardni Raipur Bantalab, Jammu today to celebrate Women’s Day. The theme adopted on the occasion was “Women yes we exist”. Chairperson, Suman Sharma was the chief guest on the occasion.
To commemorate the International Women’s Day the National Service Scheme Campus Units in collaboration with Rinchen Bzangpo Art Gallery, University of Jammu organized Poster Making and Slogan Writing competition at Rinchen Bzangpo today.
Aryans Little Buds Bishnah celebrated International Women’s Day in the School premises with zeal and zest today. Principal Anju Gupta spoke on the occasion.
To commemorate the Women’s Day, Punjab National Bank, Circle Office Jammu in its drive to promote Digital Banking Services, organized a function on Government College of Education, Jammu.
International Women’s Day was celebrated at IGNOU Regional Centre Jammu. Prof Renu Nanda, Head of Department of Education & Convener BOS, University of Jammu was the chief guest on the occasion.
The International Women’s Day was celebrated at Institute of Management Sciences (IMS) here today. Gurshish Kour, Assistant Prof IMS spoke on the occasion.
A seminar was organized at G.D.C Khour today to mark the International Women’s Day by the Cultural /Seminar /Debate/ Symposium Committee of the College. The event was presided by Principal GDC Khour, Professor Asha Gupta Abrol.
A Legal Awareness Camp was organised on the occasion of International Women’s Day in the premises of Police Station Ghagwal, under the chairmanship of ML Manhas, Chairman District Legal Services Authority.
International Women’s Day was celebrated in the premises of Govt MAM College Jammu with enthusiasm and fervour. Prof Savitri Sharma was the chief guest on the occasion.
The International Women’s Day was celebrated by the Department of Sociology, Ramnagar Campus, University of Jammu with pomp and show today. Priya Sharma, Lecturer Sociology presented welcome address.
District Legal Services Authority Udhampur organised a legal awareness camp at Bhartiya College of Education to celebrate International Women’s Day. KS Parihar, Sessions Judge and other dignitaries spoke on the occasion.
On the eve of Women’s Day, Pradesh Mahila Congress led by Indu Pawar organised a function at Rama Channi amongst poor section of society. Mahila Congress distributed Sewing Machines among the needy on the occasion.
66th Battalion Sashastra Seema Bal, Jammu celebrated International Women’s Day with pomp and show at its Camp Lower Roop Nagar, here today.
Barjeet Singh, Deputy Commandant 66th Bn SSB interacted with the students of Sacred Heart B.Ed College Roomnagar and 66th Battalion personnel.
Women employees of LIC of India observed 107th International Women Day at Jammu under the banner of Northern Zone Insurance Employees’ Association Srinagar Division. The programme was organized by Women Sub Committee of the Association in the leadership of Com. Sushma Jamwal- Co-Convener. Speakers, on the occasion, expressed serious concern over the spiraling rate of honor killings, dowry deaths, domestic violence, acid attacks, trafficking, female foeticide, rapes, molestations etc.
On International Women’s Day, young women entrepreneur, Aparna Sharma was felicitated by Nami Dogri Sanstha. Aparna owns a boutique in Gandhi Nagar, Jammu and she has set an example for others also that instead of running behind Government job, one should set up a business of own where employment to more people can be given.
On the occasion, Dr. Sandhya Bhardwaj, Member Women’s Study Centre, GCW Parade,
Prof Anupama Sharma, Dr Sandhya Bhardwaj, Ashok Sharma, Som Raj Taroch, Dogra Harish Kaila and others were present.
Addressing a function of International Women’s Day at Kathua, which was orgainzed by BJP Mahila Morcha, Deputy Chief Minister, Dr Nirmal Singh took serious concerns of the women crime in shape of domestic violence, rape, eve teasing and killing of girls child before birth. He appealed the male community to give their full support in making the society crime free evil free.
A function in connection with Women’s Day was also organized at Central University, Jammu, where a discussion on the topic “Feminism” was conducted. Eminent speakers present were Dr Arti, (Prof SKUAST University), Shailendra Tiwari (J&K ABVP organising secretary), Ganesh Kunde (J&K Vibhag Sangatan Mantri and Parul Jasrotia (Research Scholar, Department TTM). All the students of CUJ actively participated in the event.
On International Women’s Day, Salal Power Station, Jyotipuram saw a meeting of AG Ansari with all the women employees of Salal Power Station, wherein the former enquired about their well being, problems faced by them at their work place and their issues with respect to their discomfort, if any. The women expressed their satisfaction with respect to work culture of NHPC Limited.
A function to celebrate International Women’s Day was also organized in the office of the ADMO (ISM) Kathua. The function was presided over by Deepak Sharma, Medical Officer while Dr Vikram Singh Jamwal, ADMO Kathua and Dr Rajesh Basotra, District IEC Coordinator were also present. On the occasion, all female medical officers were given certificate of appreciation for their contribution in Health and Medical Education in their respective areas.
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