INDIAN ARMY CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY ORGANISED EVENTS AT MAMUN, SAMBA AND KATHUA.

Gurj Divison of Indian Army celebrated International Women’s Day (IWD) showcasing Nari Shakti. Multiple events were conducted over a week to celebrate International Women’s Day.

To promote health, Walkathons were organised at Mamun, Kathua and Samba. More than 600 women including 200 College students participated in the event enthusiastically at Mamun. During the Walkathon, 46 women achievers were felicitated to recognise their stellar achievements in different fields.

The Janglot walkathon was flagged off by SSP Manjeet Kaur, Principal Police Physical Training School, Kathua. More than 250 women including civlians participated in the walkathon.

A unique Women Blood Donation Camp was also organised, wherein 64 units of blood was collected and donors were recognised with certificate of Blood Donation. To promote healthy life style, month long medical and dental screening camps are underway at various locations till 20 March. The camp specifically focuses on issues related to Anemia, Osteoporosis, Lifestyle Disorders, Oral, Breast and Gynaecology.