The ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture here observed the International Women’s Day on March 8.
Special Intelligence wing SP RK Dash joined as chief guest on the occasion and highlighted the prevailing laws and policies formulated exclusively for the security and social development of women both at work place and family-level.
He expressed his dissatisfaction regarding the mis-utilisation of various acts and imprecise enforcement of law.
Educationalist from UNICEF, Odisha lalita Pattnaik graced the occasion with her visionary words and thought provoking remarks. She opined that the social activists for women empowerment must be from both the genders. Director In-Charge and HOD, FHMD, ICAR-CIFA Dr SS Mishra addressed the gathering and emphasised that the potential of women can be enhanced by providing education to them.
Principal Scientist and chairperson of Internal Women Complaint Committee, ICAR-CIFA, Dr KD Mahapatra welcomed the gathering and introduced the guests on dias.
She expressed her tribute to the women who have immensely contributed to shape the society.
DST Scientist Dr M Mohanty presented the works done by the women researchers in the ICAR- CIFA.