Manipur, Jan. 21 -- The district administration, Ukhrul on Monday launched a district level 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao - a weeklong celebration' from 20 to 26 January, 2020 at DRDA hall, Ukhrul.

Deputy commissioner of Ukhrul, Joseph Pauline Kamson attended the launching programme as chief guest. The launching programme was also attended by CMO Ukhrul, Dr Kapangring Shimray and DPO - ICDS Ukhrul, Tabitha Shimray.

Joseph Pauline Kamson in his address stated that "Save the daughter, educate the daughter" is a campaign of the Government of India that aims to generate awareness and improve the efficiency of welfare services intended for girls in India.

The Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scheme was launched on 22 January 2015 by PM Narendra Modi. I...