Empowering Women Through Self-Defense Training
In an effort to empower women with the knowledge and skills needed for self-defense, the SIFF Auditorium hosted a remarkable event. This event featured esteemed guests, passionate coordinators, and expert trainers, all coming together to promote safety and confidence among women.
The event commenced with an inspiring introduction by Dr. Sarika Abhay, the coordinator of the Gender Sensitization Committee. She set the tone for the event by highlighting themes related to women’s safety and empowerment.
Dr. Manju Adhikari, an Associate Professor and member of the Women Empowerment Committee, then took the stage to introduce the distinguished guests. The ceremony began with the symbolic lighting of the lamp, signifying the dispelling of darkness and ignorance. All the guests joined in this symbolic act, reinforcing their commitment to illuminate the path towards women’s empowerment.
Prof. (Dr.) Sandeep Kumar, Dean Faculty of Education extended a warm and formal welcome to all the attendees, setting the stage for a day of learning and growth. The chief guest, Major General GK Thapliyal, Vice Chancellor of University graced the occasion with his presence, underscoring the significance of self-defense in today’s world.
Special guest Prof. (Dr.) Shyla Raj, CEO , SVSU, Meerut a prominent figure in the field of women’s rights, further added prestige to the event.
A touching moment of the event was the presentation of mementos to the resource person,Mr.
Varun Rawat (Head Instructor) ,Ms. Divya Panwar (Lead Instructor), Ms. Savita Bharadwaj (Senior Instructor), Mr. Kunal Enghe (Senior Instructor) an expert in the KAVACH Self-Defense System. Their dedication to teaching self-defense techniques has empowered countless women to stand up for themselves in the face of adversity.
The technical session that followed was conducted by Dr. Rakhi Jha and Dr. Riya Sharma, representing the Women Empowerment Committee. Their expertise and guidance enriched the attendees with valuable knowledge and practical skills, reinforcing the importance of self-defense as a tool for personal safety and empowerment.
The event concluded on a high note with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Manju Adhikari. She expressed gratitude to all the participants, guests, and trainers for their contributions to making the event a resounding success
