Awareness event on “Fostering Emotional Well-being among Students” organized at GGM Science College

JAMMU: The Manodarpan Psychological Counselling Cell of GGM Science College, in collaboration with the Equal Opportunity Cell today organized an awareness event on the theme “Fostering Emotional Well-being among Students” here in the College conference hall. The program was held under the aegis of the Principal Dr. Romesh Kumar Gupta.

As many as 200 students, along with faculty members actively participated in the event making it a vibrant and engaging session. Dr. Romesh Kumar, Psychologist/Counselor and HOD at DIET Jammu, was the Resource Person for the event. He delivered an insightful and interactive session on the importance of maintaining emotional balance and mental health in both academic and personal life.

He emphasized self-awareness, empathy and resilience as key elements of emotional well-being. Dr. Romesh Kumar also engaged the students in a series of interactive activities related to emotional and psychological health, including breathing exercises, mindfulness practices and simple yoga asanas. These activities provided participants with practical tools to enhance focus, reduce stress and cultivate emotional stability in their daily lives.

Dr. Vandana Khajuria, In-charge Principal of the college highlighted the significance of emotional well-being as a cornerstone of healthy growth and holistic development among students. She appreciated the efforts of the organizing team for conducting such an impactful and need-based program.

Earlier, the session commenced with a welcome address by Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology and Convener of the Manodarpan Psychological Counselling Cell Bal Krishan, who also introduced the guest and gave an overview of the objectives and initiatives of the Manodarpan program. Dr. Yasmeen Mughal from the Department of English also shared her thoughts on the theme of the program.