TMU Organises Mission Shakti 5.0 Awareness Lecture on Women's Safety and Empowerment
Moradabad, 19 October 2026: The Women Empowerment Cell of Teerthanker Mahaveer University College of Engineering (TMUCOE), Moradabad, organised a guest lecture titled “जागरूकता से सशक्तिकरण तक” (From Awareness to Empowerment) under Mission Shakti 5.0 “Second Stage”. The programme was held at the Faculty of Engineering (FOE) Campus Building to raise awareness among engineering students about women's safety, legal rights, government initiatives and empowerment.
The event was organised under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Prabhat Kumar, Vice Principal, TMUCOE, and coordinated by Dr. Indu Tripathi. Dr. Seema Maan, Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Sciences, TMUCOE, served as the resource person. A total of 88 participants, including 85 girls, two boys and one faculty or staff member, attended the programme.
Raising Awareness About Mission Shakti
The programme began with an introduction by Dr Indu Tripathi, who highlighted the significance of Mission Shakti and its role in promoting women's safety, dignity and empowerment. A short motivational video on Mission Shakti was screened to introduce participants to the campaign's objectives and encourage greater awareness of women's rights and security.
The introductory session emphasised the importance of understanding available support systems and recognising the role of individuals in creating a safe and inclusive environment.
Guest Lecture Highlights Women's Rights and Government Initiatives
Dr. Seema Maan delivered an informative lecture on government initiatives and schemes designed to support women's empowerment, safety and security. She emphasised the importance of awareness, access to support mechanisms, gender equality and active participation in building a society where women can live with dignity and confidence.
The session also highlighted the need for students to understand women's rights, safety measures and the mechanisms available to address harassment and gender-based violence. An additional awareness video on Mission Shakti and its schemes reinforced the key messages shared during the lecture.
Students participated actively in the programme and gained insights into women's empowerment initiatives and the importance of taking informed action when facing safety concerns.
Promoting Gender Equality and a Safer Campus
The programme aimed to help students identify appropriate helplines and support services while developing greater sensitivity towards gender-related concerns. It also encouraged mutual respect, social responsibility and a shared commitment to preventing harassment and discrimination.
The session reinforced the idea that awareness is an important step towards empowerment and that creating a safer society requires informed, responsible and collective participation.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Indu Tripathi, who expressed gratitude to Prof. (Dr.) Prabhat Kumar, Dr. Seema Maan and the participating students.
Through this initiative under Mission Shakti 5.0 “Second Stage”, the Women Empowerment Cell of TMUCOE reaffirmed its commitment to promoting women's safety, legal awareness, gender equality and an inclusive campus environment.
