SJM Institute of Technology, Chitradurga, in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), successfully organized an Awareness Program titled \u201cSaksham: Empowering Students for a Gender Sensitive and Harassment-Free Campus\u201d<\/strong> on 26 December 2025 at Sir M. V. Hall<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The program was conducted under the initiative of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell (ASHC)<\/strong> with the objective of sensitizing students about gender equality, respectful behaviour, legal rights, and mechanisms available to prevent and address sexual harassment within the campus.<\/p>\n The session was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. Rashmi B M, BMCH, Chitradurga<\/strong>, who served as the Chief Guest. In her insightful address, she highlighted:<\/p>\n The importance of creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful academic environment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Awareness of sexual harassment laws and institutional policies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The role of students in building a gender-sensitive culture.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Practical steps to prevent harassment and support victims.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Her talk inspired students to become responsible individuals who actively contribute towards maintaining dignity and equality in the campus.<\/p>\n Awareness on gender sensitivity and harassment-free campus practices<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Explanation of ASHC roles, responsibilities, and complaint procedures<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Interactive discussion with students<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Encouragement to speak up and support peers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Date:<\/strong> 26-12-2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Time:<\/strong> 11:00 AM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Venue:<\/strong> Sir M. V. Hall<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Chief Guest:<\/strong> Dr. Rashmi B M, BMCH Chitradurga<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Prof. Basantha Kumari<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Prof. Farzana Parveen B A<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Dr. Bharath P B<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nChief Guest<\/h3>\n
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