The District Administration Kishtwar has kick-started a three-month martial art training program, specifically designed for girls aged 8 to 18 years under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme.
The initiative aims to promote self-defense, physical fitness, and confidence among young girls in the region.
The program was formally inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan as the Chief Guest.
The martial arts training will be conducted for Girls at four locations Hidyal, Hatta, Kuleed and Government Girls Higher Secondary School Kishtwar.
The training is being imparted to the girls by Kishtwar Martial Arts Academy, ensuring expert guidance and quality instruction.
In addition to the martial arts training, the District Administration has provided essential educational resources to the Government Higher Secondary School for Girls, including 10 Computers, Vending Machine, Water Cooler with RO System, School Bags etc.
The event was attended by ADC Pawan Kotwal, DSWO Zubair Ahmed; TSWO Rajesh Kumar Sharma and Staff from Sankalp DHEW and Social Welfare Department.