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An awareness programme on âSave the Environmentâ was organized at Government Middle School- Katra. The programme aimed to sensitize students about environmental protection, conservation of natural resources and the collective responsibility of citizens to maintain ecological balance. Emphasis was laid on tree plantation, reduction of plastic use, proper waste management and preservation of the natural environment for future generations.
An Essay Writing Competition-cum-Awareness Programme on âRights of Childrenâ was held at Government Higher Secondary School, Katra, in which ten students participated. The students highlighted the child rights, including the right to education, protection from abuse, prevention of child labour and child marriage and the need for a safe and nurturing environment. The initiative aimed to create legal awareness among young minds and encourage them to actively participate in protecting child rights.
Further, an awareness programme on Traffic Rules was conducted at the Bus Stand, Katra, in collaboration with Traffic Police Reasi. District Traffic Inspector Reasi, Navneet Verma, was the resource person. Drivers, conductors and the general public were educated about basic traffic rules and road safety measures.
Additionally, door-to-door awareness programmes on Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) and the Government Welfare Schemes were conducted at Ransoo, Mahore, Kunderdhan and Chassana. The programmes focused on informing marginalized and vulnerable sections about the benefits of mediation as an effective ADR mechanism and the eligibility criteria and procedures for availing government welfare schemes.