A three-day training programme on Youth Leadership and Community Development organized by Nehru Yuva Kendra (NYK) Kargil in collaboration with Himalayan Sports and Cultural Development Organization Drass concluded on January 11 at Drass.

During the training programme, 9 resource persons delivered different lectures to more than 60 youngsters about varied themes including communication skills and personality development, civil services, importance of health and hygiene for wellbeing, forestation, basic knowledge of computer and IT, responsible citizenship, sustainable tourism, ill-effects of drug abuse and addiction, different Government schemes and other related themes. 

Pawan Kotwal, SDM Drass expressed optimism that the event will go a long way in imbibing leadership and management skills among youngsters and inspiring them to contribute towards the welfare and development of their community. 

Jigmet Spaldon, District Youth Coordinator NYK Kargil informed that the main objective of the program is to help youngsters to live a meaningful life and make their contribution towards nation-building.

Among others who were present on the occasion included block level officers, volunteers and the participants in good numbers.

Meanwhile, the efforts of Muhammad Amin Polo, Chairman Himalayan Sports and Cultural Development Organization Drass and Volunteers Kaneez, Zaida and Zulikha were also appreciated for making the programme successful.