Kashmir

International Women’s Day celebrated by 2 RR in Kunzer Tangmarg

Colonel Raman Ji distributed prizes among Girl students

SRINAGAR — Indian Army’s 2 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) on Tuesday celebrated the International Women’s Day at Kunzer village in Tangmarg area of Baramulla district in North Kashmir.

On the occassion of International Women’s Day, with a theme of ‘Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow’, Kunzer Army Camp organized an event at Kunzer Municipal Park in which 1426 girls from all ages participated in the Program.

A gathering on women empowerment, views of students about Women’s Day, Gender Equality and Role of Women in the society were discussed.

A total of 21 Guest Speakers shared their views on various issues related to women empowerment and gender equality.

All the girls were counseled about the importance of higher education and carrier opportunities available for them.

Students also shared there thoughts about the improvement needed in the syllabus and other infrastructure required in the schools.

Later on prizes were distributed by Commanding Officer Raman Ji among Girl students. Locals appreciated the Indian Army for organizing such events.