SWD steps up reopening
of Ladies Vocational Centers
Director inaugurates
facility at Akhnoor
JAMMU, APRIL 01: In a significant step towards women’s
empowerment and skill development, the Department of Social Welfare, Jammu
Division has initiated the reopening of Ladies Vocational Centers (LVCs) that
were temporarily closed during COVID-19 pandemic.
Today, Director Social Welfare Rupesh Kumar
inaugurated a Ladies Vocational Center at Tehsil Akhnoor, achieving another
milestone in this initiative. Tehsil Social Welfare Officer Dheeraj Lakhnotra
and other staff members were also
present.
The objective of these centers is to provide women
with vocational training in trades such as tailoring, embroidery, and knitting,
enabling them to become self-reliant and generate income through their skills.
Speaking on the occasion, Director Rupesh Kumar
stated, “The reopening of these centers is not just about skill development, it
is about instilling confidence and creating opportunities for women to become
self-sufficient.” Empowered women are the foundation of a progressive society.”
Prior to the reopening of the Akhnoor center, LVCs in
Districts Poonch and Reasi, had already resumed operations, witnessing
enthusiastic participation from women eager to learn new skills and improve
their economic status.
The Department of Social Welfare remains committed to
expanding the reach of these centers, introducing modern techniques to align
with current market demands.