Tribune News Service

Jammu, May 3

The Army established a centre for women empowerment at Loran in Mandi tehsil of Poonch district today.It was inaugurated by senior Army officers in the presence of a large number of villagers from Loran and adjoining areas.The Army donated four sewing machines to the centre to empower and support women to take up sewing, stitching and embroidery work and enable them earn an income. The step is also aimed at generating profit for the women by selling the finished products at shopping complexes and markets in Rajouri, Poonch and Jammu, said a defence spokesperson.Members of the civil society in Loran applauded the Army’s noble work and conveyed gratitude for the selfless service.