CHANDIGARH: 31 October 2011: Keeping in mind the need for awareness regarding health
and health related issues, a breast cancer awareness programme was organized today at
Panjab University by Rani Breast Cancer Trust (RBCT) an N.G.O working for the cause of
breast cancer. With over 300 students attending the programme at the campus today,
Panab University served as a perfect platform to spread awareness for the cause
amongst the youngsters.

The function was inaugurated by Professor B.S. Brar, D.U.I and Professor.
A.S.Ahluwalia , DSW . Many  others professors from various departments and officials
from the university were also present on the occasion including the chief medical
officer, Dr.Dhawan and Dr.Bhullar from the Health Centre . Professor Manju Jaidka from
the Department of English who was also present on the occasion said, “ it is hart
warming to see the response my the students. It is important to sensitize the
youngsters towards the health related issues and the awareness programme today has
been successful in the noble cause.”

Bittu Sandhu who is heading the RBCT  expressed her happiness at the overwhelming
response received from the students and the excellent arrangements made by the Panjab
University . RBCT has been organizing several events for the noble cause.

Press Note No.444
      MMK/PS