Dhanbad

Dhanbad : Students of SSLNT Women’s college on Tuesday were given tips for self defense during the daylong workshop at college premises.

Experts taught girls, how to face untoward situations and equipped girls with basic techniques for fending off attackers and molesters.

The training camp was organized by Astha Mahila Samiti Dhanbad to create safety awareness among fair sex.

“We are of the view to enhance the self-confidence students by sharing inputs on how to be on their toes while defending themselves,” said Poonam Singh, President of the Samiti

She said, the continuous rise in women atrocities has worried parents and family members.

Social awareness and willingness to learn techniques of self-defense would help in reducing such crime,” said Poonam.

During the daylong workshop, girl students learnt various tips to face the eve-teasers and people with ill-intentions.

 “When someone grips your wrist firmly, try unlocking the index and little fingers.

If a stranger holds your neck from behind, a kick on the knee is sufficient to paralyze him. Attack from right hold his wrist tightly and twist it a little bit.

The trick lies in being conscious and paralyzing the offender by taking a bold step forward. These were some of the tips given by Dinesh Mandal karate expert.