Agartala, March 8: The Tripura State Women’s Commission and the Department of Social Welfare and Social Education organized a lively procession in Agartala city to celebrate International Women’s Day.
The event commenced in front of Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhavan and traversed various roads, with Social Welfare and Social Education Minister Tinku Roy leading the march. Tripura Women’s Commission Chairperson Jharna Debbarma and other dignitaries were also present.
Speaking to the media, Minister Tinku Roy emphasized the importance of honoring, protecting, and empowering women.
He stressed the need to transform the “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao” slogan into reality and called for collective efforts to eradicate child marriage, which was the central theme of this year’s celebration. Roy urged everyone to pledge support for women’s self-reliance and expressed optimism about the future achievements of women in Tripura.
The minister also highlighted the accomplishments of notable women from the state, such as Dipa Karmakar, Aradhya, Asmita, and Rekha Chakma, expressing hope that Tripura’s women would continue to shine on national and international platforms.
The procession and associated programs underscored the state’s commitment to women’s empowerment and addressing social challenges.
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