ROING, May 6: Lower Dibang Valley district Deputy Commissioner Mitali Namchoom emphasized the importance of educating the girl child as a first step to empower her.
Stating that educating a girl child would automatically empower her, Namchoom urged the mothers to take the responsibility of educating their daughters.
The deputy commissioner was addressing a gathering after inaugurating a Matru Shakti Shibir (camp) organised by the Vivekananda Kendra at the VKV here on Saturday.
She also encouraged the participants to strive to do better in their field.
Jatan Pulu, VKVAPT trustee member appreciated the Vivekananda Kendra for playing a vital role in molding the future of the children.