Bandipora, Nov. 4 -- In a continued effort to empower women and promote self-reliance among border residents, the Indian Army's Rana Battalion has launched a six-month tailoring training program for girls at Bagtore, a remote border village in the Gurez Valley of Bandipora district.

The program was inaugurated by the Commanding Officer of the Rana Battalion in the presence of local senior citizens and community members. Unlike previous years, when similar courses lasted only three months, this year's program has been extended to six months to ensure participants receive more comprehensive training, better practical exposure, and improved job opportunities.

Local girls and their families expressed deep gratitude to the Indian Army, espec...