India Marks International Women's Day with Empowerment Events

International Women's Day was celebrated across India on March 8 with a series of events highlighting women's empowerment, leadership, and government initiatives aimed at gender equality. From walks and conventions in the national capital to announcements in southern states, leaders emphasized collaborative efforts to advance women's roles in society and development.

In New Delhi, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta participated in the Shakti Walk organized by the Ministry of Women and Child Development along Kartavya Path. The event, held from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., covered a two-kilometer stretch from India Gate to Vijay Chowk and drew around 3,000 women from over 150 ministries, departments, and organizations. Participants included representatives from the armed forces, police, media, healthcare, sports, government institutions, industry, and grassroots groups, as well as women officers and international organization delegates. Led by women public representatives such as Union Ministers, Members of Parliament, and other leaders, the walk began with addresses by dignitaries and a ceremonial flag-off.

The Shakti Walk, themed "SheLeadsBharat," aimed to celebrate women's contributions...