‘Empower women, protect their rights’

Srinagar, Mar 8: Various functions were organised in Srinagar to commemorate International Women’s Day.

To commemorate the International Women’s Day, District Administration Srinagar organised a function in the Auditorium of SP College under the theme "For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment".

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat was the chief guest at the event organized jointly by the District Administration Srinagar and District Social Welfare Office.

During the function, various programmes related to women empowerment were presented, besides women achievers of Srinagar were also felicitated by the District Administration.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC highlighted the significance of International Women’s Day and role of the Administration and society to raise awareness about women empowerment and to promote gender equality,

He underscored the importance of birth of Girl Child and emphasised end to gender stereotypes to empower Girls and protecting their rights at society and domestic level as well. He said the day is also observed to address concerns of gender discrimination and women empowerment.

The DC stressed on building a constructive environment that values the girl child and stop gender-bias, ensuring survival and protection of the Girl child.

District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Srinagar, in collaboration with Srinagar Women's College, Batapora, Zakura, observed International Women's Day with great enthusiasm.

The observance-cum-awareness program was held under the guidance of Shazia Tabasum, Member Secretary J&K Legal Services Authority, and under the chairmanship of Tasleem Arif, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and under the supervision of Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge/Secretary, DLSA Srinagar, and Prof. Syed Ifat Ara, Principal of Srinagar Women's College.

The event aimed to raise awareness about women's rights and empowerment, emphasizing the importance of gender equality in society.

In her welcome address, Prof. Syed Ifat Ara highlighted the significance of International Women's Day and the need to create a society where women are treated with dignity and respect. She applauded the joint efforts of DLSA Srinagar and the college in organising the event, stressing the importance of legal awareness in empowering women to assert their rights.

The resource person for the event, Adv. Suhaila Ali, Panel Lawyer of DLSA Srinagar, delivered an insightful talk on the rights of women and the legal mechanisms available for their protection. She emphasised the role of legal awareness in ensuring that women can access justice and safeguard themselves against discrimination and violence.

Abdul Ahad Azad Memorial Degree College (AAAMDC), Bemina celebrated International Women's Day today in the auditorium of the college.

The event featured two keynote speakers Dr Farzana Gulzar, Professor in the Department of Management Studies, University of Kashmir, Srinagar and Dr Kousar Majid, Professor in the Department of Chemistry, NIT Srinagar. The speakers shared their stories and highlighted the importance of women in the day-to-day courses of life. The principal of the college Prof (Dr) Mudasir Afshan inaugurated the event.

Cluster University Srinagar (CUS) celebrated International Women’s Day here today. Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mohammad Mobin was the chief guest on the occasion while renowned Kashmiri poet Prof. Naseem Shafaie was the special guest.

Prof. Naseem Shafaie spoke about the pivotal role of women in society. She reflected on the challenges and achievements of women.

Speaking on the occasion, Vice Chancellor Prof. Mohammad Mobin reiterated the importance of recognising and honouring invaluable contributions of women to society. He expressed gratitude to the distinguished poet for sharing her insights and enriching the event.

Government College for Women, M.A. Road, Srinagar organised an event to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8 (Saturday). The event was organised by Women’s Study Centre of the college and was attended by students and faculty members at the Lala Arifa auditorium of the campus.

Sahitya Akademi Award awardee Kashmiri poet and noted scholar, Prof. Naseem Shafaie was the Chief Guest on the occasion while former Professor University of Kashmir and Ex-Dean Outreach, Islamic University of Science and Technology, Prof. Lily Want was the Guest of Honour.

Other guests who spoke on the occasion included Dr. Fatima Jalid from the Department of Chemical Engineering at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar and Ms. Madeeha Majid, a human rights lawyer and motivational speaker.

While welcoming the guests, Principal of the host college, Prof. (Dr.) Yasmeen Farooq Khan highlighted the relevance of the day and underlined the importance of achieving gender equality in education.