TMIMT Organises Awareness Programme on Child Marriage and Social Evils Under Mission Shakti 5.0
Moradabad, 17 October 2026: Teerthanker Mahaveer Institute of Management & Technology (TMIMT), Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), Moradabad, organised an Awareness Programme on Child Marriage and Other Social Evils under Mission Shakti 5.0 (Second Stage). Conducted by the TMIMT National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell, the programme aimed to sensitise students to harmful social practices and promote education, gender equality, women's empowerment and children's rights.
The programme witnessed the participation of 53 individuals, including 50 students, two faculty members and one guest. It encouraged students to recognise their role in challenging social evils and contributing to a safer, fairer and more progressive society.
Raising Awareness About Child Marriage
The programme focused on the harmful consequences of child marriage and its impact on children's rights, education and social development. Students were sensitised to the importance of protecting children and ensuring that they have opportunities to pursue education and build a better future.
The campaign carried the message “Stop Child Marriage… Build a Better Tomorrow!”, highlighting the collective responsibility of individuals and communities in preventing early marriage and promoting children's well-being.
Addressing Other Social Evils
Alongside child marriage, the programme highlighted several social challenges that affect equality, dignity and community development. Key issues discussed included:
- Dowry system: Raising awareness about the harmful effects of dowry-related practices.
- Gender discrimination: Promoting equal opportunities and respect for all.
- Lack of education: Emphasising education as an important means of social progress and prevention of harmful practices.
- Addiction: Highlighting its adverse effects on individuals, families and society.
- Social exploitation: Encouraging awareness and collective action against exploitative practices.
The initiative sought to encourage students to question harmful social customs and support positive change within their communities.
Education and Women's Empowerment at the Centre
The programme emphasised the role of education in preventing child marriage, improving social awareness and creating opportunities for personal development. It also highlighted the importance of gender equality and women's empowerment in building an inclusive society.
Students were encouraged to develop a socially responsible outlook, participate in awareness initiatives and support efforts to protect children's rights and promote equal opportunities.
Programme Coordination and Participation
The programme was organised by the TMIMT NSS Cell under Mission Shakti 5.0 (Second Stage) and coordinated by Ms. Anshu Chauhan. Dr. Mukta Garg served as the resource person, guiding the programme's awareness-focused objectives.
MBA students were the identified participants, contributing to the initiative's focus on social responsibility and awareness of prevalent social issues.
Key Outcomes of the Programme
The programme raised awareness about the harmful consequences of child marriage and other social evils. It reinforced the importance of education in preventing early marriage, eliminating dowry-related practices, addressing gender discrimination and recognising the impact of addiction and social exploitation.
Through this initiative, TMIMT reaffirmed its commitment to social awareness, education, equality and community responsibility under Mission Shakti 5.0 (Second Stage), encouraging students to contribute towards a society where children are protected, women are empowered and everyone has equal opportunities to progress.
