A gathering in Shimla saw the active participation of women, youth, intellectuals, and social workers in backing the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. Led by Mahila Morcha President Daisy Thakur, the event kicked off with the ‘Town Hall of Women,’ focusing on crucial topics like women’s rights, education, safety, leadership, and the importance of 33% reservation in politics.
Opposition Leader Jai Ram Thakur, addressing the audience, emphasized the need for women’s enhanced involvement in policy and decision-making processes, acknowledging the strengthening role of women in India. He hailed the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam as a monumental move that would propel the nation’s holistic progress, nearing the realization of millions of women’s aspirations nationwide.
Expressing appreciation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur lauded the Act as part of a comprehensive vision to empower women across all life stages, from birth to leadership. Mahila Morcha President Daisy Thakur highlighted the event as the commencement of a broader movement advocating for women’s rights, dignity, and active participation, emphasizing that respect for women is integral to a new India’s identity.
Speaker Poornima Chauhan pointed out the positive shift in women’s engagement in education, administration, and leadership roles, noting the changing societal attitudes towards the girl child. She underlined the rise in women’s enrollment in higher education and improved gender ratios, foreseeing further progress through the implementation of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. Prof Minakshi Paul stressed the pivotal role of education in women’s empowerment, advocating for equal opportunities in education for every girl.
