SHOPIAN, DECEMBER 12: The Department of Social Welfare, Shopian and NRLM Shopian today dedicated the Computer Lab at NRLM Office Batapora Shopian to the Self Help Groups (SHGs) and other girl students of the district under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar inaugurated the Lab, and also graced the occasion as the chief guest.
The Lab has been set up at the NRLM office for the local entrepreneurs of the district who are associated with Self Help Groups of Rural Livelihood Mission, and is a significant milestone for upskilling and equipping them for better outputs in their enterprises and businesses.
On the occasion, DC appreciated the efforts by coordinating departments to empower the womenfolk and expressed hope that the usage of the now dedicated Computer Lab shall accelerate the economic vibrancy of the businesses.
This initiative, DC said, is in line with the goal of the administration to promote economic upliftment through the empowerment of women self-help groups.
The lab will provide training in computer skills, enabling SHG members and students to improve their livelihoods and entrepreneurial ventures. By acquiring these skills, they can better manage their businesses, access online markets, and explore new opportunities.
DSWO Shopian, DPM RLM and other concerned officials were present at the ceremony along with scores of SHGs.
