14/08/2026
Faculty of Dental Sciences, SGT University, Gurugram, organized an outreach activity at Ladpur Village, Jhajjar on 14/08/2026 under the Gramin Jan Saksharta Abhiyan to create awareness among rural communities about various Government Welfare Schemes and the benefits available to eligible citizens.
The outreach programme was led by Dr. Shagun, Reader, Department of Periodontology, along with BDS interns. The interactive awareness session focused on educating villagers about the importance of being aware of government welfare initiatives and accessing benefits related to healthcare, education, social security, schemes related to farmers, employment, housing and financial inclusion.
Special emphasis was placed on encouraging eligible beneficiaries to make use of government schemes designed to improve their quality of life and promote social and economic empowerment. The participants were guided on the importance of maintaining essential documents, checking eligibility criteria, completing the required registration process, and approaching appropriate government departments or authorized service centres for assistance.
The villagers actively participated in the discussion and shared their experiences and queries regarding government welfare programmes. The BDS interns provided simple and practical information to help villagers understand how awareness of government schemes can support families in accessing essential services and opportunities. The villagers appreciated the initiative and expressed their willingness to share the information with other members of the community.
The programme highlighted the importance of community education and awareness in ensuring that government welfare initiatives reach the people for whom they are intended. It also reinforced the role of educational institutions in empowering communities through knowledge, preventive healthcare, social awareness, and responsible citizenship.
The initiative reflects SGT University’s commitment to community outreach, social responsibility, health education, and rural empowerment, while reinforcing the message that awareness of available government welfare schemes can contribute significantly towards building healthier, more informed, self-reliant, and empowered communities.