SHIVANI ENGINEERING COLLEGE, TIRUCHIRAPPALLI

SHIVANI ENGINEERING COLLEGE, TIRUCHIRAPPALLI

Singappen Special Task Force :Awareness Programme on Women’s Safety, Drug Abuse Prevention and the POCSO Act

Date: 7 October 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Venue: College Auditorium

• Shivani Engineering College, in association with the Singappen Special Task Force, organized an awareness programme on “Women’s Safety, Drug Abuse Prevention and the POCSO Act – Prevention and Protection” on 7 October 2026 at the College Auditorium. The programme aimed to educate students about women’s safety, the prevention of drug abuse, child protection, and the legal provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

• Tmt. V. Jothi Lakshmi, Sub-Inspector of Police, attended the programme as the Special Guest, accompanied by Tmt. N. Yuvarani and Selvi J. Sneka, Constables. The resource persons created awareness among students about personal safety, responsible behaviour, the harmful effects of substance abuse, legal rights, and the importance of reporting offences to the appropriate authorities.

• The programme was attended by the Principal, Vice Principal, Dean, Registrar, Heads of Departments, faculty members, and students. The session provided valuable insights into personal protection, legal awareness, and social responsibility, encouraging students to remain vigilant and contribute to a safer and more responsible society.

• The programme concluded successfully, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to student welfare, women’s safety, drug abuse prevention, and awareness of child protection laws.