Self-defense workshop, aimed at empowering women, organised at YCCE

Nagpur: A self-defense workshop emphasising on the importance of women empowerment was organised by the department of applied chemistry at Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering (YCCE) on Tuesday. The workshop was held exclusively for girl students and faculty members and aimed at providing them with physical and mental training to ensure their safety. The workshop featured certified instructor and martial arts expert Nandu Kapoor as the guest speaker and trainer. He conducted an interactive session, teaching essential self-defense techniques, situational awareness, and methods to remain calm and focused in high-stress situations. He also emphasised the role of mental preparedness for effective self-defense. The workshop aligned with YCCE's relentless efforts to create a confident and secure environment for women.The event was coordinated by Shruti Gomkale and HoD Prajakta Waghe, and was inaugurated by principal of YCCE UP Waghe.