Port Blair, July 3: The Scheme Hub for Empowerment of Women aims to facilitate inter-sectoral convergence of schemes and programs meant for women both at the Central (NHEW), State/ UT level (SHEW) and District level (DHEW) with the mandate to create an environment in which women realize their full potential.

An awareness programme on the theme ‘Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita’ was recently conducted under the scheme Hub for Empowerment of Women (HEW) in the conference hall of Directorate of Industries. The programme was attended by Officers of Directorate of Social Welfare & Police Department, Staff of ICDS Project, Poshan Staff, HEW Staff and key stakeholders.

Smt. Rasheeda, Inspector from Police Department provided valuable insight into the ‘Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita’, highlighting its significance and implications. The Resource Person elaborated on various aspects of the law, ensuring the attendees, which included front-line workers and members of the public, were well-informed.

Shri Ashok Kumar Biswas, Probation Officer (JH) provided further information on the topic, enhancing the participants' understanding of the law's practical applications. This session was particularly informative for front-line workers and general public.

Further emphasizing on women empowerment, Ms. Reeta Devi (Welfare Officer (Women) discussed the importance of women's empowerment in society and explained common legal acts (Dowry, Domestic Violence etc.) that protect and promote the rights of women. She also emphasized the importance of spreading awareness about the law at the grassroots level and encouraged women to actively participate in this dissemination of information.

Earlier, Smt. Zarina Bibi, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) from ICDS urban Project welcomed the gathering.