PASIGHAT, Jan 24: The office of the Deputy Director-cum-Nodal Officer for the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Scheme, under the Department of Women & Child Development, East Siang District, celebrated National Girl Child Day (NGCD) 2026 with great enthusiasm at Donyi Polo Vidya Niketan School today.The event saw a robust gathering of over 200 participants, including the Principal, faculty, and students of the host school, alongside officials and staff from the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) and Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), Pasighat. 
The program was designed to sensitise the community and students about the pivotal role of the girl child in society and the legal frameworks protecting them. During the programme M.T. Padung, DD (ICDS)-cum-Nodal Officer (BBBP), elucidated the significance of National Girl Child Day. She urged students to strive for excellence in their studies and conduct, emphasizing that being a "good citizen" begins with discipline and mutual respect. Adv. Eliza Moyong Taga, Legal-cum-Probation Officer (DCPU), conducted an informative session on the POCSO Act, empowering students with knowledge regarding their legal rights and protections. Minam Mize, Counselor (DCPU), held an interactive session on "Good Touch and Bad Touch," providing the children with essential tools for personal safety and awareness. 
In a gesture to encourage female achievers, three exemplary students—Maman Taying of Class X, Yang Gamoh of Class IX, and Kenna Oyin Doruk—were felicitated by the DD (ICDS) cum DCPO. They were honoured for their outstanding all-round performance in both academics and extracurricular activities, serving as inspirations for their peers. DIPRO

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