Initiative to improve confidence of govt. school students launched in Perambalur
The Perambalur district administration launched a six-month empowerment program called 'Manathil Urudhi Vendum' for government school students. The initiative aims to improve confidence, decision-making, and well-being through interactive sessions.
Why it matters
It demonstrates a public-private partnership aimed at improving educational outcomes and student mental health in rural areas.
A six-month student empowerment initiative targeting government school students has been launched in Perambalur district with multiple aims, including strengthening their confidence and decision-making abilities, promoting healthy relationships and protecting their well-being.
Christened ‘Manathil Urudhi Vendum’, the initiative has been put in place by the Perambalur district administration and the School Education Department by roping in the PENN (Protection and Empowerment of Naari) Trust to reach out to over 700 rural students — boys and girls — of three government schools.
The programme specifically targets students of Classes IX to XII studying at the Government Higher Secondary Schools at Karai, Thenur and Nakasalem in Perambalur district. The initiative has been programmed for six months from September 2026 to February 2027.
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