On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the District Administration Ganderbal organized Mission YUVA Women Entrepreneurship & Self Help Group (SHG) Mela at the Mini Secretariat Lawns, Ganderbal on Sunday. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal visited the mela and inspected various stalls set up by women entrepreneurs and Self Help Groups showcasing locally produced items, handicrafts, food products and other innovative ventures promoted under Mission YUVA. During the event, the Deputy Commissioner also distributed kits among adolescent girls, nursing mothers and several successful women entrepreneurs as a gesture of encouragement and support towards women empowerment and livelihood promotion. While interacting with participants, the DC highlighted the significance of International Women’s Day, emphasizing the vital role women play in social and economic development. He appreciated the efforts of women entrepreneurs and SHGs for contributing towards self-reliance and local economic growth. The DC further reiterated the administration’s commitment to promote women-led initiatives under Mission YUVA and other government schemes aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship and livelihood opportunities for women. Several officers and speakers present on the occasion also spoke about the importance of empowering women through skill development, entrepreneurship and financial independence. A large number of women entrepreneurs, SHG members and local residents attended the mela and appreciated the initiative aimed at encouraging women-led enterprises in the district.