Mamta Sharma, chairperson, National Commission for Women (NCW ) demitted office on August 1 after three years of dedicated and committed service to the Commission. She held a meeting to present the three years’ achievements of the Commission.
Mamta Sharma, chairperson, NCW also released a booklet on the NCW’s achievements on this occasion. While releasing the booklet the Chairperson said that the Government and the media should work together in a positive manner to improve the condition of women and put collective efforts for their empowerment. She said that during her tenure as chairperson, NCW has won several laurels by recommending new laws/amendments in the Sexual Assault Bill on rape and other laws related to women, networking with state women commissions, consultations on cyber crime and many awareness programmes were also held.
Charu Walikhanna, member, NCW has also demitted office with the chairperson after successfully completing her tenure. Being a very proactive member, she played vital role in improving the lot of women.