Awareness Session on POCSO Act and Prevention of Sexual Harassment Held at Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy
Buldhana: An impactful awareness session on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was organized at Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy by the NSS unit in collaboration with the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Buldhana under the guidance of Dr. Shirish Jain(Principal, RSCP).
The session aimed to educate students and the general public about the POCSO Act, child protection laws, and preventive measures against sexual harassment at the workplace.
The program was inaugurated by Dr. Prakash Kendre, Vice Principal, who stressed the importance of spreading awareness about child protection laws to build a safe and secure environment for children.
The keynote address was delivered by Mr. Vikrant Marodkar, Member of DLSA, Buldhana, who elaborated on the provisions, objectives, and legal framework of the POCSO Act. He guided the audience on reporting mechanisms and legal procedures in cases of child sexual abuse, urging everyone to remain vigilant and responsible.
Another chief guest, Adv. Ms. Sarika Bholane, highlighted the issue of women’s safety at workplaces. She discussed preventive strategies and emphasized the consequences of sexual harassment, encouraging students to foster respectful and safe work environments.
The session was graced by Dr. Shailesh Kewatkar (HOD, Pharmacognosy), Dr. Ashish Gawai (HOD, Pharmaceutical Chemistry), and all female staff members of the college.
The program was anchored by Mr. Rohit Salkute, NSS Program Officer, who ensured the smooth flow of the event. The vote of thanks was proposed by Prof. Meena Bhalake, appreciating the resource persons, dignitaries, participants, and NSS volunteers.
NSS volunteers played a vital role in coordinating, managing logistics, and ensuring the success of the event.
This awareness drive left a lasting impact on participants, underlining the significance of the POCSO Act and sensitization against sexual harassment in building a safer society.
