KULGAM: The Social Welfare Department (SWD), Kulgam, on Monday organised a programme to mark the International Day of the Girl Child, highlighting the importance of girls’ education, safety, welfare and empowerment.
Deputy Commissioner Kulgam Shahzad Alam, who attended the programme at the Conference Hall as chief guest, stressed the need to ensure equal opportunities for girls in education and other spheres of life.
He called for coordinated efforts by families, educational institutions and society to eliminate gender-based discrimination and safeguard the dignity, safety and well-being of every girl child.
The Deputy Commissioner also highlighted government initiatives aimed at protecting girls’ rights and promoting women’s empowerment, urging people to create an environment where girls can pursue their aspirations and contribute equally to society.
District Social Welfare Officer Raja Rameez outlined the department’s role in implementing welfare schemes and awareness programmes for women and children. He emphasised community participation in promoting gender equality and urged eligible beneficiaries to avail themselves of government welfare schemes.
Baby kits were distributed among lactating mothers during the programme to support maternal and child welfare.
Officers from various departments, students, lactating mothers, ASHA workers and other participants attended the event.
