Lions Club Ratia City Organises Community Service Langar at Khai Girls’ School

Ratia: Lions Club Ratia City organised a community service langar at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya in Khai, distributing jalebis, fruits and jaljeera among students to promote goodwill and encourage young girls.

The initiative was led by prominent social workers Lion Shiv Kumar Garg, former club president Lion Harbir Jora, former Municipal Committee chairman Vijay Grover and Radheshyam Mehta. School principal Abnish Garg and warden Maheshi welcomed the club members to the institution.

Social Workers Encourage Girls to Pursue Their Dreams

Addressing the students, social worker Shiv Kumar Garg highlighted the achievements of girls in various fields across India and abroad. He said that determination, hard work and talent had enabled girls to establish their identities and make significant contributions to society.

Referring to the traditional practice of Kanya Pujan during Ashtami and Navami, Garg said the custom symbolised respect and reverence for girls in Indian culture.

He encouraged the students to focus on their education, develop self-confidence and work towards becoming capable individuals who could contribute to social progress and guide society in a positive direction.

How Do Community Service Initiatives Benefit Students?

Literary figure Dr Naib Singh Mander appreciated the social welfare activities undertaken by Lions Club Ratia City. He said that helping those in need and motivating students reflected a positive approach towards social responsibility.

He added that initiatives of this kind help nurture cooperation, goodwill and a spirit of service among students, while strengthening their connection with the wider community.

The programme also provided an opportunity for club members and school representatives to interact with students and encourage them to pursue their educational goals.

Club Members and School Staff Attend the Programme

Those present at the event included former club president Lion Harbir Jora, Lion Shiv Kumar Garg, former Municipal Committee chairman Vijay Grover, Lion Radheshyam Mehta, school principal Abnish Garg, warden Maheshi, Dr Naib Singh Mander, lecturer Kanwarjit Singh, Banwari Lal, Charanjit Singh, Sonu Garg, Sarita and Nisha Rani.

Other members of the school staff and students also participated in the programme.

The initiative highlighted the role of community organisations in promoting social welfare, supporting education and encouraging young people through acts of service.