Towards Empowerment: Awareness Seminar” Successfully Organized at Salem English School
Raipur, September 20, 2025 Under t aegis of the Church of North India, Chhattisgarh Diocese, a grand
“Towards Empowerment: Awareness Seminar” was organized today at Salem English School, Moti Bagh, Raipur.
The event proved to be a historic step towards promoting education, opportunities, and self-reliance in society.
The prime objective of this seminar was to create awareness among minority communities about various welfare and educational schemes run by the Central Government, and to inspire children and youth to pursue a brighter future.
“The future of children will be secured only through education and self-reliance. Schemes will succeed only when we make timely use of them.”
Commitment to Empowerment
The seminar witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of students, parents, and community members. Collectively, they pledged to treat education as the greatest tool in life and to benefit from these schemes for a better tomorrow.
Guest Speakers Mr. Albert Kujur and Mrs. Shalini Toppo were specially invited to address the gathering. They provided detailed insights into various government schemes, with special emphasis on PM-VIKAS (Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan) and its sub-schemes – Seekho Aur Kamao, Nai Roshni, Nai Manzil, USTTAD, and Hamari Dharohar.
They highlighted how these initiatives not only generate opportunities for skill development and employment but also provide fresh energy to India’s traditional arts and crafts.
“Poverty should not become an obstacle in the path of education. The government has shown the way, now it is our responsibility to move forward and make use of it.”
New Dimensions through Scholarships
The seminar also discussed in detail the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric
Scholarship Schemes
Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class 9 & 10) – up to ₹5,000/-
Post-Matric Scholarship (Undergraduate & Postgraduate) – up to ₹7,000/-
For Professional Courses – up to ₹10,000/-
This information brought great encouragement to students and parents alike. Speakers emphasized that
“financial challenges should never block the path to learning.”
Distinguished Presence
The seminar was graced by the presence of The Right Rev. Dr. Sushma Kumar, Bishop of the CNI Diocese of Chhattisgarh, and Mr. Nitin Lawrence, Secretary of the Diocese. Their inspiring words infused confidence and motivation among the gathering.
Mrs. Rupika Lawrence, Principal-in-Charge of Salem English School, addressed the students with motivating words:
“This is not just a seminar, but a movement. If our children are educated and self-reliant, only then will families, society, and the nation grow stronger. We must seize the opportunities these schemes provide to take our children to greater heights.”
“Our goal is that every child should study, learn, and illuminate society with their talents. This seminar is a strong step in that direction.”
The Road अहेड
The organizers announced that such seminars will be organized regularly in the future so that minority communities can remain aware and benefit from government initiatives to the fullest.
Salem English School expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Church of North India, Chhattisgarh Diocese for making this initiative a success.
The seminar concluded with a Vote of Thanks, extending appreciation to all the guests, speakers, and participants.
“Education is the lamp that can dispel darkness and bring light into every home.”
Message in Public इंटरेस्ट
This seminar marks a significant step towards empowerment, education, and a brighter future for children and the community. It strongly echoed the message that
“Education is the true light that can brighten every household by erasing ignorance.”
Mrs. Rupika Lawrence
Principal-in-Charge
Salem English School, Moti Bagh, Raipur (Chhattisgarh)
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