Rajouri’s daughter makes history, becomes first girl from district to join Merchant Navy
Rajouri, July 13,2026-In a remarkable achievement for Jammu & Kashmir, 18-year-old Tanvi Sharma has become the first girl from Rajouri district to join the Merchant Navy, setting an inspiring example for young women across the region. Hailing from a village located near the Line of Control (LoC), Tanvi’s journey from a border area to a […]
Rajouri launches Gogri Topi training to empower rural women
Rajouri, April 10,2026- In a significant step towards women’s empowerment and cultural preservation, the District Administration Rajouri has launched a Gogri Topi Training Centre aimed at supporting unemployed women from remote areas such as Badhal and Darhal. The initiative focuses on reviving the traditional craft of Gogri cap making, while simultaneously equipping women with practical […]
Talent Hunt Finale under Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao held in Rajouri
Rajouri, March 26,2026- The district administration of Rajouri successfully organised the grand finale of the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao talent hunt at Government PG College, showcasing the creativity, confidence, and potential of young girls from across the district. The event marked the culmination of a district-wide initiative under the flagship Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (BBBP) programme, aimed at promoting […]
Udhampur Marks Women’s Day with Mission Shakti, Highlights Support for Girls from Birth to Success
Udhampur Marks Women’s Day with Mission Shakti, Highlights Support for Girls from Birth to Success The Department of Social Welfare Udhampur celebrtaed ‘Mission Shakti’ on International Women’s Day, March 8, honouring the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ Scheme, said Kanika Gupta, DSWO, Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir. We are felicitating the mothers of all the girls born […]
International Women’s Day 2026 celebrated with enthusiasm in Udhampur, women honoured for achievements
Udhampur, March 8,2026- International Women’s Day 2026 was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Udhampur under the theme “Give to Gain.” The event was organized by the District Administration Udhampur in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department to highlight the importance of women empowerment and recognize the contributions of women in society. A special function was […]
Rajouri empowers women through 3-month Gojri Topi craft training
Rajouri, March 5,2026 – In a bid to promote livelihood opportunities and preserve local handicrafts, the District Administration of Rajouri, in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare and Handloom & Handicrafts, is set to launch a 3-month Gojri Topi Making Training Programme. The initiative, organised under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme, aims to […]
Udhampur baby kits for irls under Bal Vivah Drive
Udhampur, March 3,2026: In a heartening initiative ahead of #InternationalWomensDay, baby kits were distributed to newborn girls at GMC Hospital Udhampur under the #BalVivahMuktBharat campaign. The programme was led by District Social Welfare Officer Kanika Gupta, who emphasized the importance of supporting the girl child from birth and promoting maternal and child healthcare. The initiative […]
Kathua Hosts Walkathon to promote Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, gender equality
Kathua, March 3,2026- A spirited walkathon was organized in Kathua to promote the messages of #BetiBachaoBetiPadhao and #BetaBetiEkSaman, reinforcing the importance of gender equality and women’s empowerment in society. The event was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma from the DC Office complex. Participants, including students, officials, and members of civil society, marched up […]
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Boosts maternal nutrition in Shopian
Shopian, February 27, 2026:In a focused initiative to strengthen maternal health and nutrition, a Nutritional Kit Distribution Programme was successfully organised for pregnant women in Shopian. The programme was conducted by the Sankalp Hub for Empowerment of Women (SHEW), Mission Shakti Shopian, in collaboration with the Department of Health, Shopian at the Sub District Hospital […]
DC Samba promotes sustainable livelihoods with SHG Kiosks launch
Samba, February 25,2026: Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan inaugurated kiosks set up for Women Self-Help Groups under the flagship Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative at the revered Chichi Mata Temple, aiming to promote income generation and sustainable livelihoods for women in the district. The initiative seeks to provide a dedicated platform to women entrepreneurs […]