TMU Organises Career Counselling Session and Creative Competitions Under Mission Shakti 5.0
Moradabad, 15 October 2026: The College of Fine Arts at Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), Moradabad, organised a Career Counselling Session, Poster-Making Competition and Speech Competition under Mission Shakti 5.0 (Second Stage). Held at Lecture Theatre 1 of the College of Fine Arts, the programme aimed to promote women's empowerment, safety, gender equality and self-reliance while encouraging students to explore career opportunities and express their ideas on social issues.
The programme witnessed the participation of 42 individuals, including 33 students and nine faculty members, providing a platform for career guidance, creative expression and awareness of women's rights and support services.
Career Counselling for Self-Reliance and Professional Growth
The career counselling session focused on helping students identify suitable career opportunities, understand future prospects and make informed decisions about their professional journeys. The discussion highlighted the importance of career planning, skill development and confidence in achieving personal and professional goals.
The session encouraged students to explore their interests, recognise their potential and work towards becoming independent and self-reliant individuals.
Awareness of Women's Safety and Helpline Numbers
An awareness session familiarised students with important helpline numbers available to women in situations involving harassment, violence or emergencies. The following support services were highlighted:
- 112: Emergency Response Support System
- 181: Women Helpline
- 1091: Women Police Helpline
The session emphasised the importance of knowing where to seek assistance and understanding the support mechanisms available to women. It also reinforced the need to create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in educational institutions and society.
Poster-Making Competition Promotes Creativity and Social Awareness
The poster-making competition provided students with an opportunity to communicate their ideas through visual art and creative expression. Participants developed informative posters addressing themes such as women's empowerment, safety, gender equality, education, health and awareness of women's rights.
The activity encouraged students to use their artistic abilities to communicate meaningful social messages and contribute to wider awareness of issues affecting women.
Speech Competition Encourages Student Voices
The speech competition offered students a platform to express their views on women's empowerment, safety, equality and social responsibility. The activity aimed to strengthen communication skills, confidence and critical thinking while encouraging students to engage with important social issues.
Through their participation, students highlighted the importance of equal opportunities, respect for women and collective responsibility in building a more inclusive society.
Faculty Guidance and Programme Coordination
The programme was coordinated by Ms. Sneha Rani, Assistant Professor, College of Fine Arts, TMU, under the guidance of Prof. Ravindra Dev, Principal, College of Fine Arts, TMU.
The initiative was conducted under the broader guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Shivanee M. Kaul, Head of Department and Nodal Officer, Mission Shakti 5.0 (Second Stage), Teerthanker Mahaveer University.
Key Outcomes of the Programme
The programme successfully brought together career guidance, creative activities and social awareness initiatives to promote women's empowerment and self-reliance among students. The counselling session encouraged informed career planning, while the competitions helped students communicate their ideas and perspectives on women's safety, rights and equality.
By familiarising students with essential women's helpline numbers and encouraging active participation in awareness activities, the initiative reinforced the importance of confidence, dignity and equal opportunities.
Through this programme, Teerthanker Mahaveer University reaffirmed its commitment to student development, gender equality and the promotion of a safe, inclusive and supportive environment under Mission Shakti 5.0 (Second Stage).
