Sri Vijaya Puram | March 19, 2026
An awareness programme on gender discrimination and gender-based violence was organised on Thursday at the Gram Panchayat Hall in Hopetown by the Mother Teresa Village Organisation, in collaboration with Community Resource Persons (CRPs) attached to the CD Block Ferrargunj.
The programme was conducted as part of the nationwide Nayi Chetna 2.0 campaign initiated by the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. The event witnessed participation from officials, the Pradhan of Hopetown, Self-Help Group (SHG) members, local residents, and school students.
The campaign seeks to promote the rights and agency of women and gender-diverse individuals by addressing structural barriers and ensuring a life free from fear, discrimination, and violence through a sustained, life-cycle approach.
During the programme, key issues such as the NDPS Act (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances), POCSO Act, POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace), and domestic violence affecting women, men, and children were discussed in detail.
Resource persons from various departments conducted interactive sessions, sharing insights and creating awareness among participants. Speaking on the occasion, Hopetown Pradhan Ms. Rasheeda Bibi highlighted the importance of the campaign and stressed the need for women’s empowerment.
Participants actively engaged in discussions, seeking clarification on complaint procedures, legal remedies, and available support mechanisms, making the programme both informative and impactful.
