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Indian Army Empowers Girls in Northeast with Health, Career Programs

The Red Shield Division of the Indian Army conducted outreach programs in Manipur and Assam for National Girl Child Day. In Manipur's Bishnupur District, a health and hygiene session was led by a doctor, with a police representative also motivating participants. In Assam, events included career awareness lectures at a school and a weapon demonstration for NCC cadets. These efforts aim to strengthen community ties and promote the holistic development of girls.

Key Points: Indian Army's National Girl Child Day Outreach in Manipur, Assam

  • Health & hygiene awareness in Manipur
  • Career & rights lectures in Assam
  • NCC weapon display & demo
  • Over 100 women & girls participated
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Indian Army organises outreach program on National Girl Child Day across Manipur, Assam

Indian Army organizes health, hygiene, and career awareness programs for girls in Manipur and Assam to mark National Girl Child Day, focusing on empowerment.

"strengthen its connection with local communities and contribute meaningfully to the holistic development and empowerment of the girl child - Ministry of Defence"

Kohima, January 24

To commemorate the National Girl Child Day, the Red Shield Division of the Indian Army on Saturday organised a series of awareness, health, and motivational programs across Manipur and Assam for women's empowerment, education, and community welfare.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Defence, in Manipur, a Health and Hygiene Awareness Programme was held at Awang Leikai in Bishnupur District. An interactive session was conducted by Dr. Sarojini, MBBS, from CHC Moirang, highlighting the importance of personal hygiene, menstrual health, nutrition, preventive healthcare and overall well-being.

A woman representative of the Manipur police also interacted with the participants, encouraging them, building their confidence, and spreading awareness, followed by the screening of a motivational video.

Over 100 women, girls and students, including participants from Genius Kids Foundation School, participated in the programme.

In Assam, multiple outreach activities were held to empower young girls. At Delehi Borpatra High School, DK Gaon in Charaideo District, an awareness lecture was held for the girl students, covering women's rights, education, nutrition, personal safety, government welfare schemes and career opportunities in academics, sports, skill development and the Indian Armed Forces.

Additionally, at Mariani Military Station, a Weapon Display and Demonstration was held for the Cadets of 9th Assam NCC Girls Battalion, Jorhat.

The event featured a wide range of military equipment, hands-on demonstrations by Army instructors, and a motivational lecture on 'Join Indian Army', highlighting the role of education, discipline, and the empowerment of the girl child in nation-building.

As per the release, through such sustained outreach efforts, the Indian Army continues to strengthen its connection with local communities and contribute meaningfully to the holistic development and empowerment of the girl child.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The weapon display for NCC girls is brilliant! Shows them they can break stereotypes. A career in the armed forces is about discipline and patriotism, not gender. Jai Hind!
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Arjun K
While the intent is good, I hope these are not just one-day events. Sustained effort is needed for real change—scholarships, skill training camps, and regular health check-ups. The army can be a catalyst, but state governments need to follow up.
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Meera T
As someone from Assam, it's heartwarming to see such programs in Charaideo. Educating girls about their rights and government schemes is the first step to empowerment. Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao in action!
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David E
Interesting to see the Indian Army taking on this community role. The holistic approach—health, rights, and career opportunities—seems very comprehensive. Building bridges with local communities is key in any region.
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Siddharth J
The involvement of the Manipur Police woman officer is a smart touch. It shows girls that there are strong role models in uniformed services right in their own state. More such collaborations, please!

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