SRINAGAR: Social Welfare Department (SWD) Srinagar organized an awareness programme on various women-centric welfare schemes, skill development initiatives, and the flagship Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) campaign at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Zadibal.

The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, Teachers and officials from SANKALP-HEW Srinagar. The event aimed to create awareness regarding government initiatives focused on the empowerment, education, protection, and socio-economic upliftment of women and girl children.

Officials from SANKALP-HEW Srinagar highlighted several welfare schemes being implemented for the benefit of women, including financial assistance programmes, self-employment opportunities, and skill development initiatives designed to promote entrepreneurship and economic independence among women and young girls.

Special emphasis was laid on the objectives of the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative, with officials stressing the importance of girl child education, gender equality, and collective social responsibility in ensuring a safe and progressive environment for women. During the interaction session, students actively participated and raised queries regarding educational support schemes, and skill-based training programmes available through various government departments.

The faculty and administration of Government Girls Higher Secondary School Zadibal appreciated the initiative taken by the Department emphasized the need for continued awareness campaigns at the grassroots level to ensure maximum outreach and public participation. Social Welfare Department reaffirmed the commitment towards women empowerment, education, and inclusive social development.

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A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

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