Celebration of the 17th Foundation Day of Mahila Swaraj Manc
- The Mahila Swaraj Manch has been performing significant work for the last two decades in 40 villages of Shihor and Umrala talukas.
- The organization focuses on women's empowerment, active participation in Panchayati Raj, and leadership development.
- It works to empower elected women Sarpanchs, members, representatives of various committees, and women leaders for leadership roles.
- In 1997, the ANANDI organization began its work in Shihor.
- Later in 2009, with the support of ANANDI, Mahila Swaraj Manch was established as an autonomous institution.
Event Highlights
- A special program was organized on March 8 to mark International Women's Day.
- The event also celebrated the successful completion of 17 years of Mahila Swaraj Manch with great enthusiasm.
- The primary objective was to recognize women's contributions in social, economic, and political fields as a symbol of their fight for respect, power, and equal rights.
- The program commenced with a warm welcome and a welcome song by President Raiyaben Rathod and Hiraben Solanki.
Recognition and Inspiration
- Founder members Hiraben Solanki and Sumitraben Thakkar shared the 17-year journey, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and struggles.
- Elected women representatives, excellent women leaders, and workers were honored for their contribution to strengthening women's leadership and the overall development of villages.
- Founder members were also specially honored for their invaluable contribution to the organization's growth.
- Former Sarpanchs and Panchayat members shared their struggles and experiences, providing guidance and inspiration to other women.
Distinguished Guests and Participants
- Prominent figures present included:
- Sejalben Dand and Nitaben Hardikar (Founders of ANANDI).
- Sumitraben Thakkar.
- Professor Ranjanben Gohil (Smt. Gandhi Women's College).
- Ilaben Trivedi (Secretary, Bhavnagar Mahila Mandal).
- Mitaben Pandit (Ashirwad Foundation) and Jayaben Chavda (Utthan Sanstha).
- Varshaben Pandya (Trustee) and Faridaben Padhiyar (Advocate).
- Sejalben Dand and Nitaben Hardikar (Founders of ANANDI).
- A large number of participants attended, including 25 women Panchayat members, 30 members of the Women's Protection Committee, 30 members of the Balika Panchayat, and 30 women leaders.
Conclusion
- This program further strengthened the commitment of Mahila Swaraj Manch towards women's empowerment and equal rights.
- It provided a new direction for efforts to bring women forward at the village level.