Guwahati, 30 October (HS): The 1st Battalion of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Sonapur, organised awareness programmes under the 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' initiative and Vigilance Awareness Week-2026 at Government Lower Primary School, Lokhra, on Friday.

The programmes were organised by E Company, Lokhra, under the directions of Force Headquarters and the guidance of Sunil Kaushik, Commandant, 1st Battalion SSB, Sonapur.

Under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative, students were sensitised about the importance of girls' education, women empowerment, gender equality and the need to promote a positive attitude towards the girl child. A total of 85 people, including 14 SSB personnel, six teachers and 65 students, participated in the programme.

As part of Vigilance Awareness Week-2026, the battalion also organised a debate competition on vigilance and corruption, along with a drawing competition for students. The activities aimed at promoting honesty, transparency, ethical conduct and integrity among the younger generation.

A total of 104 participants, including one Gazetted Officer, three Subordinate Officers, six Other Ranks, six teachers and 88 students, took part in these activities.

The programmes aimed at promoting girls' education and women's empowerment while instilling moral values, integrity and awareness against corruption among students.

The 1st Battalion SSB, Sonapur, reiterated its commitment to conducting public awareness and social welfare initiatives for the development of local communities and strengthening the spirit of nation-building.------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash