Speakers at the National Convention of Women, ‘Bharati – Nari to Narayani’, highlighted the importance of promoting female-led development rooted in Indian values. Dr. Leena Rahane, a professor at an engineering college, emphasized the concept of ‘Nari Se Narayani’ to awaken women’s dignity and pride in the nation.
The convention provided a platform for discussions on women’s empowerment within the Indian ethos. Surekha Dangwal, Vice Chancellor of Doon University, expressed that tools for Indian women should align with Indian values rather than Western ideologies or mere feminism.
Dr. Tripta Thakur, Vice Chancellor of Uttarakhand Technical University, underscored the traditional Indian perspective on gender equality, citing the concept of Ardhanarishwar. Venita Sahay, Director of IIM Bodh Gaya, stressed the significance of focusing on opportunities and outcomes rather than constraints.
Neeta Chaturvedi, Executive Group Director of Ashkom Media Pvt Ltd, emphasized the importance of transitioning from discussions to concrete actions. Reeva Sood, an agribusiness entrepreneur, highlighted the need for increased efforts in rural areas to support women’s progress.
The convention convened women leaders, academicians, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to deliberate on women’s role in nation-building and the transformation of Nari into Narayani through empowerment and leadership.
