Patna: The Social Work Club “SAMARTH”, in collaboration with the Department of Social Work, Patna Women’s College (Autonomous), Patna University, organised an Orientation Programme and interactive session on September 21, 2026, at the MVEIC Hall. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation and active engagement from students.
The programme began with the felicitation of the resource person, Ms. Richa Rajput Mrigank, Social Entrepreneur and Secretary of the Pothipatri Foundation, Patna. She was presented with a plant sapling by Dr. Mridul Mishra, Coordinator, Social Work Club “SAMARTH”, as a gesture of respect and appreciation.
Following the felicitation, Dr. Mishra delivered the welcome address and formally welcomed the resource person and newly enrolled students to the programme.
During the interactive session, Ms. Richa Rajput Mrigank spoke about the growing significance of social work in contemporary society and discussed various career opportunities available to students in the field.
She highlighted the role of social workers in bridging social divides, promoting inclusivity, addressing social concerns and fostering harmony within communities. The session also encouraged students to explore social work as a meaningful and professionally rewarding career.
The programme featured an engaging interaction between the resource person and students. Participants shared their perspectives, raised questions and took part in discussions on the scope and relevance of social work as a profession.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Anamika, Student President, Social Work Club “SAMARTH”. She expressed gratitude to the resource person, faculty members, organisers and students for their valuable contributions and active participation.
The programme was supervised and coordinated by Dr. Mridul Mishra, Coordinator, Social Work Club “SAMARTH”. Dr. Chandramani Piyush, Head, Department of Social Work, and Ms. Amrita Ashish, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, extended their support and cooperation towards the successful organisation of the programme.
The session was moderated by Anamika, Student President, Social Work Club “SAMARTH”.
