Prajapita Brahma Kumaris on Sunday organised a public function, ‘Beti Bachao, Sashakt Banao’ to spread the message and dire need to empower women at all levels as a part of International Women’s Day. The function was held in the presence of eminent dignitaries from across the tricity. Apart from the talks by dignitaries, varied cultural events marked the day.
The keynote speaker Sister Anita, Senior Rajyoga Teacher, Brahma Kumaris & National level Speaker said, “Women mark the destiny of the nation and if we want to raise our nation high, we will have to upraise the women first.” Prof Renu Vij, Director of UIET, PU laid emphasis on educating girls at every level so that they could stand for their rights independently.
She claimed that until and unless women are not educated they won’t be able to fight against the evil practices of society. A sensitizing play showcasing status of women and yearn for male child and gender inequality in Indian households bought forth to the audience the plight of women and girls.