Shillong, September 28: The Department of Political Science, Nongstoin College organized a two-day National Seminar on “Crime against Tribal Women” at Nongstoin College, West Khasi Hills District, Nongstoin on the 27th and 28th September, 2016. Dr. M. Ampareen Lyngdoh, IPR Minister graced the inaugural function as Chief Guest.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Lyngdoh lauded the managing body of the college for holding the seminar with a view to create awareness about crime against women. She said that often crime against women is linked with illiteracy and poverty although there are many factors. Dr. Lyngdoh urged the gathering to stand and reach out to the victims who are in distress and in need of help and support.
Amongst others who spoke on the occasion were Mr. D. Jyndiang, Local MLA, Mr. S. Kharlyngdoh, Deputy Commissioner, West Khasi Hills District, Mr. B. K. Laitphlang, Principal, Nongstoin College.
Resource persons for the seminar include Dr. Neelam Borwankar, Associate Professor, Deshbandhu College and Professor S. Patil, Director, Lifelong and Extension Education, Mumbai University.
Headman, NGO’s, Seng Longkmie, Police personnels and college students of West Khasi Hills and South West Khasi Hills District attended the seminar.
