Sewa Pakhwada 2025: Awareness Drive Held at National Public School Rajouri ; Focus on Cleanliness, Labour Welfare, Employment Laws, and Child Protection

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RAJOURI SEPTEMBER 18:As part of Sewa Pakhwada 2025, an awareness programme was jointly organised by the Office of the Assistant Labour Commissioner Rajouri, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Rajouri, and National Public School (NPS) Rajouri.

The programme was graced by District Sub Judge Smt. Shama Sharma and Assistant Labour Commissioner Sh. Pradyot Gupta, who addressed the gathering alongside advocates from DLSA. The initiative aimed to educate students and the community on issues of public importance including cleanliness, workers’ welfare schemes, labour rights, and child protection laws.

Cleanliness Awareness: Students were sensitised on the importance of hygiene and their role in maintaining a clean environment both at school and home.

Labour Welfare Schemes: Labour Department officials elaborated on various government schemes for workers, stressing their role in social security and financial stability.

Employment Laws: Students were introduced to basic employment rights and legal safeguards available at workplaces.

A representatives highlighted provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, encouraging students to be aware of their rights and the importance of safety and reporting mechanisms.

Pledge: Participants took a collective pledge to keep their homes, workplaces, and society clean and to dispose of waste responsibly.

The interactive session saw enthusiastic participation from students, who raised thoughtful questions, furthering the spirit of awareness and responsibility.

Speaking on the occasion, Kanav Badyal, Managing Director of NPS Rajouri, extended gratitude to the Office of the Assistant Labour Commissioner and the DLSA team for their efforts in making the programme both meaningful and enlightening.

The event concluded with a message that cleanliness, legal awareness, and protection of children’s rights are not just duties but shared responsibilities, essential for building a progressive and responsible society.