A programme to observe the International Women’s Day was organised at the Bhopal School of Social Sciences (BSSS) here on Wednesday. Organised by Women Cell, the programme was all about the role of women in various walks of life. Further, the event also emphasised the importance of women in the society. During the programme, educationist Pramila Maini, Chairperson of Madhya Pradesh Child Rights Commission Usha Chaturvedi, Senior Programme Executive AIR Kavita Chaturvedi and Poonam Shroti UDDIP were present as the special guests.
The programme began with the lighting of lamp by the Principal Fr Joseph PP, Vice Principal Sister lily Jose and the guests. The guests present on the occasion expressed their views and shared their experiences with the students. Addressing on the occasion, Usha Chaturvedi said, “There are certain roles of women in life and society that are definitely more important than men that makes her an important part of a family. Earlier, women were not considered as an integral part of family or society but with the changing time the image of women has also changed. Now, they are more empowered and more aware about things happening around them.”
On the other hand, various cultural events were also presented by the students. A play was presented by Monty and group that highlighted the difference between women of 20th century with that of the women in 21st century. The play was presented through Mime art. The guests were honoured with a memento and the programme was conducted by in-charge of women cell Prabha Biju.