The Tamil Nadu government has announced a new initiative to provide self-defence and sports training to girl students residing in Government Service Homes and children’s homes managed by the state’s Social Welfare Department. This initiative aims to empower these girls by equipping them with vital self-defense skills and promoting physical fitness.According to a report by Daily Thanthi, the state government has allocated Rs 1.12 crore for this program, as revealed during the recent Legislative Assembly meeting. As part of the initiative, a total of 1,400 girl students will undergo training in Karate and Silambam, traditional martial arts that enhance physical and mental strength.
To ensure that the training is conducted efficiently, the government has formed a selection committee for qualified trainers. This committee will be led by the District Collector and will include the District Social Welfare Officer, District Child Protection Officer, and District Sports Officer.
In addition, a monitoring committee has been established to oversee the training sessions. Chaired by the District Social Welfare Officer, this committee includes the District Child Protection Officer, District Sports Officer, and Center Supervisor. Their role is to ensure that the program runs smoothly and benefits all the students involved.
This initiative reflects the Tamil Nadu government’s commitment to the welfare and empowerment of young girls, providing them with skills to defend themselves while promoting discipline and physical fitness through sports training.