Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov 12: A Block-Level Training Session on ‘Strengthening of Institutions of the Poor – Empowering Rural Women to Participate in Panchayat Development’ was held yesterday at CMTC Building, Ferrargunj. The event was aimed at educating and empowering rural women, especially Elected Women Representatives (EWRs) and Community Resource Persons (CRPs) with essential knowledge and skills to actively engage in Panchayat development.
Earlier, Smti Lalita Tigga, BDO, Ferrargunj welcomed the gathering. Ms. C. Vijaya, a domain expert from the Department of RD introduced the session and discussed the significance of women’s active involvement in Panchayat affairs. She highlighted the transformative impact women leaders can have within their communities and stated that this initiative seeks to create a more inclusive, participatory and sustainable model for grassroots governance that place women at the heart of rural development. Ms. Agnes Bartholoma, Sub Inspector at PS Ograbraj, conducted an informative session on legal aspects and criminal laws concerning women.
This was followed by an enlightening talk by Smti Shanti Murugesan, In-charge of the One Stop Center (OSC) under the Directorate of Social Welfare. She highlighted the critical role played by OSC in supporting women facing violence and other forms of abuse. Ms Mariyam Bibi, Zilla Parishad Member, Hope Town/Bambooflat spoke on women empowerment and the Panchayati Raj System.
The training concluded with vote of thanks by Smti Lalita Tigga, Block Development Officer, CD Block, Ferrargunj.
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