Awareness Programme on International Day of the Girl
Child Organised at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Residential School

On Monday, 12 October 2026, Chotanagpur Kalyan Niketan (CKN) organised an awareness programme at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Residential School, Thethaitangar Block, Simdega district, on the occasion of the International Day of the Girl Child. The programme witnessed the active participation of the school headmistress, teachers and students.

The primary objective of the programme was to raise awareness among adolescent girls about their rights, health, education and safety, while encouraging them to become confident, empowered and self-reliant individuals.

The programme covered the following key themes:

1. Health and Education: Girls were sensitised about personal hygiene, balanced nutrition, health awareness and the importance of higher education. They were encouraged to pursue their aspirations and become independent through education.

2. Life Skills and Self-Confidence: Students were introduced to essential life skills, including self-defence, decision-making, building self-confidence and developing the ability to face everyday challenges.

3. Awareness Against Social Evils: Discussions were held on critical issues such as child marriage, child labour, child trafficking and unsafe migration. Students were informed about preventive measures and relevant legal provisions to protect themselves from these practices.

4. Digital Safety and Prevention of Violence: In view of the growing use of digital platforms, students were made aware of safe internet practices, cyberbullying, online harassment and digital violence. They were encouraged to remain alert while using digital platforms and seek appropriate support in case of any online abuse.

The programme was attended by Headmistress Seema Lakra, along with teachers Aarti Kumari, Priyanka Kumari, Pushpa Baraik, Nikki Kumari and Rekha Kumari. Representatives from Chotanagpur Kalyan Niketan, Shakuntala Singh and Munni Kumari, were also present.

Through this initiative, CKN reinforced the message that every girl has the right to live with dignity, access quality education, enjoy equal opportunities and grow up in a safe and supportive environment.

Chotanagpur Kalyan Niketan remains committed to empowering girls through awareness, education and community engagement, contributing towards a safer, more inclusive and gender-equal society.