Self-defence Class - Defendher
Mahatma Gandhi University Student Safety And Insurance Observance Day— JBASC
- Organizing Unit
- Directorate of Students Welfare SWIIN098, National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit No. 88, in association with IQAC
- Type of Event Organized
- Mahatma Gandhi University Student Safety and Insurance Observance Day - Self-Defence Training Class
- Title of the Event
- DefendHER
- Date of Event Organized
- 29/06/2026, Monday
- Time of the Event
- 10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
- Venue of the Event
- Arts Seminar Hall, Jai Bharath Arts and Science College
- Name of the Coordinator of Event
- Ms. Remya Surendran and Ms. Libina T Basheer
- Class Conducted By
- Aryananda K (B.Com, 1st DAN Karate Black Belt, 9 years of experience) and Soorya (BBA, 1st DAN Karate Black Belt, 10 years of experience). Sensei: Ranjisha Murali
- Class of the Participants
- Students and NSS Volunteers
- No. of Participants (Student + Staff)
- As per attendance register
Objective of the Event
The objective of the DefendHER self-defense programme was to create awareness among students about personal safety, confidence, and the importance of self-protection. The programme aimed to train students with basic self-defence techniques, improve their presence of mind during unsafe situations, and encourage them to become more alert, strong, and self-reliant. It also focused on promoting student safety and well-being as part of Mahatma Gandhi University Student Safety and Insurance Observance Day.
Outcome of the Event
The DefendHER self-defence programme successfully created awareness among students about personal safety, confidence, and the importance of self-protection. The session helped participants understand basic self-defence techniques and encouraged them to respond confidently in unsafe situations. Through the programme, students gained practical knowledge, improved their awareness about safety, and were motivated to become more alert, strong, and self-reliant. The event also supported the purpose of Mahatma Gandhi University Student Safety and Insurance Observance Day by promoting student safety and well-being.
Summary of the Event
In connection with the Mahatma Gandhi University Student Safety and Insurance Observance Day, the Directorate of Students Welfare SWIIN098, National Service Scheme Unit No. 88, in association with IQAC, organized a self-defence training programme titled "DefendHER" on 29 June 2026 at the Arts Seminar Hall, Jai Bharath Arts and Science College.
The programme began with a prayer by Ardra K V, followed by the welcome speech delivered by Ms. Shimmi Mol M H, DSW Co-Ordinator. The presidential address and inaugural speech were delivered by Prof. Shahjahan M S, Principal, Jai Bharath Arts and Science College. Felicitations were offered by Mr. Muhammad V P, Vice-Principal, Mr. Jithesh Kumar, Vice-Principal, and Mr. Sajid, IQAC Co-Ordinator.
The self-defence class was conducted by Aryananda K and Soorya, students of the college trained in Karate under Sensei Ranjisha Murali. The session included practical demonstrations and student participation, helping participants learn the importance of safety awareness, confidence, and basic defensive movements. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Remya Surendran, NSS Programme Officer.
Conclusion of the Event
The DefendHER self-defence class was successfully conducted and achieved its objective of promoting student safety, confidence, and awareness. The event served as a meaningful observance of the Mahatma Gandhi University Student Safety and Insurance Observance Day and highlighted the importance of empowering students with practical skills for personal protection. The active participation of students made the programme highly beneficial and impactful.