JAMMU, Sep 16: The NCC Girls Unit of Government Degree College (GDC), R.S. Pura, organised a screening of a short film on Mental Health and Well-being, marking the culmination of the week-long Mental Health and Well-being Programme held at the college.
The programme was organised in compliance with the directions of the Ministry of Education and the Directorate of Colleges, J&K Higher Education Department. The short film was conceptualised and produced by NCC girl cadets of the college and focused on mental health challenges commonly faced by students and young people, including academic stress, anxiety, emotional isolation and peer pressure.
Through relatable situations and meaningful narratives, the cadets highlighted the importance of open communication, self-care, empathy and seeking timely support. The film conveyed the message that mental well-being is an essential component of overall health and encouraged students to approach mental health concerns with greater understanding and sensitivity.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Preetpal Kour, Principal of the college, who appreciated the initiative and creative efforts of the NCC cadets. She encouraged them to continue undertaking innovative and meaningful awareness activities for the benefit of the student community.
The event was coordinated by Dr. Kiran Lata, CTO, NCC Girls Unit, who commended the cadets for effectively using creativity and teamwork to spread awareness about mental health and well-being among their peers.
The screening concluded with a message encouraging students to support one another, communicate openly and seek appropriate assistance whenever required.
Faculty members present on the occasion included Dr. Anupama Pandotra, Dr. Jasmeet Kaur, Dr. Shivani Manchanda, Dr. Meeshu Pandita, Dr. Hari Singh, Prof. Deepika Heer and Dr. Savleen Kour.
The week-long programme was fully coordinated by Dr. Jasmeet Kaur, Convener, Cultural and Student Welfare Committee, who appreciated the active participation and sincere efforts of various committees, units, faculty members and students in making the initiative successful.
Dr. Jasmeet Kaur also appreciated the efforts of Priyanka Devi (SUO), CDT Komal, CDT Harmandeep Kaur, CDT Muskan Devi, CDT Vijaylakshmi, CDT Sunakshi, CDT Arty, CDT Arya and CDT Riya Verma for their creativity, teamwork and dedication in conceptualising and producing the short film.
The initiative added a meaningful dimension to the college’s efforts to promote awareness, empathy and open conversations around mental health among students.