The Government Serchhip College (GSC) commemorated the International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, 2024, with a  theme, "Girls' Vision for the Future," at Block B 101. This momentous event was jointly organized by the NSS Unit, Women Development Cell, and the District Health and Education Welfare (DHEW), Serchhip District, Women & Child Development.

Under the chairpersonship of H. Lalchhanhima, NSS Programme Officer, GSC, the program featured an inspiring keynote address by Lalmalsawmi, Member, Women Development Cell (WDC), GSC. The speech underscored the paramount importance of empowering girls to sculpt a brighter future.

The ceremony recognized outstanding girl students, with Dr. Lalhmangaihzuali Ralte, NSS PO, GSC, leading the felicitation. Three exceptional students were honored for their exemplary achievements during the 2023-2024 academic session:

* Malsawmdawngkimi, 5th Semester BSc, Department of Botany for her altruistic donation of 4 units of blood
- Vanlalzawni, 5th Semester BA, Department of Education for her outstanding performances in co-curricular activities
- Hualthanpuii, 3rd Semester BA, Department of Political Science for her remarkable sportsmanship

These felicitated girls shared their captivating stories and inspirational speeches, leaving a lasting impact on the audience.

C. Malsawmzeli, Manager, MRB Serchhip, delivered an enlightening Financial Literacy session. The resource person elucidated the benefits offered by banks, with a special focus on savings, insurance, and mutual funds.

The event also featured the distribution of prizes for the Article Writing Competition  in observance of International Girl Child Day on the theme 'Girld Child: A key to tomorrow' sponsored by DHEW, Serchhip District, Women & Child Development  by V. Lalruatsangi, Specialist in Financial Literacy, DHEW. The winners were:

1st Prize: Vanlalzawni, 5th Semester BA, Department of Education
2nd Prize: Vansangpuii Sailo, 3rd Semester BSc, Department of Botany
3rd Prize: Ramnunsangi, 1st Semester BSc, Department of Mathematics

The 5th Semester female students ensured an enthusiastic participation. This program successfully achieved its objectives of empowering girl students, enhancing financial literacy, and recognizing outstanding achievements. Dr. Rebecca Lalmuanpuii, Member, WDC, GSC, delivered a heartfelt vote of thanks.

On October 11th, 2024, the Serchhip District Quick Response Team (QRT) conducted a Basic First-Aid training at the DC's Office Meeting Hall. Mr. Lalawmpuia, the leader of the Government Serchhip College Youth Adventure Club, and member of teh QRT participated in the training.

The purpose of the training was to equip QRT members with essential skills to effectively respond to emergencies. The program was led by special invitees from District Hospital Serchhip and featured:

- Lecture sessions
- Practical demonstrations
- Hands-on training
- Case studies and group discussions

Key topics covered during the session included Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), treating bone fractures, bandaging techniques, and triaging.

An international seminar was jointly organized by the Science Departments of Government Serchhip College on October 11, 2024. The distinguished keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Jonathan Lalsiamthara, PhD, a Research Scientist from MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas. The seminar was chaired by Dr. Lalremsiami Hrahsel, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany at Government Serchhip College. The program began at 10 AM IST in the 5G Laboratory of BCA, Government Serchhip College, with Dr. Jonathan delivering his talk virtually from Texas. He presented an insightful lecture on molecular biology, titled "Molecular Biology: An Overview." Science students attended the event and gained valuable knowledge, as Dr. Jonathan shared illustrative images and videos to enhance his talk. He also engaged with the students during an interactive Q&A session. The program was impactful, concluding with a vote of thanks by Dr. Laldingluaia Khiangte, Assistant Professor and Head, Department of Chemistry, GSC. Many students left feeling inspired, as Dr. Jonathan also included motivational words in his speech.

The Department of Botany at Government Serchhip College organized a commemoration program for M.S. Swaminathan on October 11, 2024. The event marked Swaminathan's death anniversary, originally observed on September 28. However, due to the overlap with students' internal and university practical exams, the program was delayed. The event was chaired by Jennifer Lalmuanawmi, 5th semester B.Sc. Botany and Lallawmkimi, also a 5th-semester B.Sc. Botany student, delivered an insightful presentation on the life and contributions of the Father of the Green Revolution. The program, attended by students and faculty of the Botany Department, concluded with a vote of thanks from Sir Tommy Lalmalsawma Colney, Assistant Professor in the department.