Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 2: BJP Mahila Morcha, State president, Purnima Sharma today said that the host of issues connected with the women empowerment and role of BJP Mahila Morcha in the State will be highlighted on International Women’s Day falling on March 8.
While talking to the media persons here, she said besides, a women marathon “Ek Daud, Rashtra Ke Naam” will be organised by the Morcha on the day.
She said in today’s scenario the status of women has changed a lot due to the increased awareness in the society. But still much work needs to be done as it can be gauged by seeing the atrocities on women in one or another instance.
She said that women have now proved their excellence in every field. “Women have made their niche by their commitment and proved to be an asset to any institution’’, she added.
Purnima Sharma also shared the moments from the “Mann Ki Baat”, in which Prime Minister, Narendra Modi threw light on the “Women leadership and excellence”. She said that in the State of Jammu & Kashmir, BJP Mahila Morcha has always worked for the empowerment and safety with dignity for women.
Purnima Sharma also threw light on the importance for celebrating the International Women Day. She said that during the day social, economical, cultural and political achievements of women will be highlighted. It will also focus on accelerating the gender parity across the globe. She also called upon various organizations to work for the cause of women.
Purnima Sharma informed that the Mahila Morcha will hold a women marathon on March 8. The marathon will start at Mubarak Mandi and after passing through various parts of the city through Old City, will culminate at Mini Stadium, Parade. She said that the marathon is focused at projection of women awakening and empowerment through society. Sharma appealed to all the women to participate enmass in the marathon.
Morcha State general secretaries, Veenu Khanna and Sanjita Dogra were also present in the press conference.
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