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NAGROTA MARCH 08- In a heartfelt tribute to her legendary father and senior BJP leader, Devender Singh Rana, J&K BJP Yuva Morcha Vice President Devyani Rana today  joined thousands of women in Nagrota to celebrate International Women’s Day. 

The event was held at the very venue where Mr. Rana had embarked on his journey to contest the 2024-Legislative Assembly elections—a contest he won with a record-breaking margin, emerging as the most resounding voice for Jammu’s cause.

The atmosphere was charged with emotions and nostalgia as the people of Nagrota remembered the dynamic and visionary leadership of Devender Singh Rana, who left this world on October 31 last with his boots on, just days after taking oath as an MLA, leaving behind an irreplaceable void in Jammu and Kashmir’s political landscape.

Interacting with the participants, Devyani Rana emphasized the unmatched potential of women and their role in shaping society as also their own destiny.

“Given the right opportunities, the sky is the only limit for women, who have already proven that they are second to none in any field,” she said.

Devyani Rana also highlighted the Narendra Modi government’s commitment to women empowerment, urging the women of Nagrota to take full advantage of the various welfare schemes designed to uplift them.

Assuring her support to the people of Nagrota, Devyani Rana reaffirmed her commitment to carrying forward her father’s mission. “This constituency was extremely close to my father’s heart, and I will do everything I can to uphold his vision for its progress,” she added.

During the event, Devyani Rana felicitated several distinguished women achievers from Nagrota for their exceptional contributions in different fields. They included Nazia Bibi, daughter of Sabar Ali and Zulaikha Bibi, an international Kho-Kho player who represented India in the 2025 Kho-Kho World Cup in New Delhi. Hailing from Ban, Nagrota, she played a crucial role in India’s victory;  Chhavi Sharma, daughter of Vijay Sharma and Tripta Sharma from Jandyal Thathi, an international fencer who won a bronze medal in the Cadet and Junior Commonwealth Fencing Championship held in Christchurch, New Zealand; Ridhima Rajput, daughter of Rajeshwar Singh and Bindu Slathia from Jakhyari (Dhan), a promising spin bowling all-rounder. She played Under-15 and Under-19 cricket (2023-24) and took 11 wickets in the Women’s U-15 One-Day Trophy, securing 9th rank in India; Meenakshi Jamwal, daughter of Varinder Singh and Neetu Devi from Jhakyari Dhan Panchayat, a senior national-level player in Kho-Kho and Rugby ; Ashley Sharma, daughter of Romesh Kumar and Anjali Sharma, a national-level Judo player from Agore village; Preeti Sharma, daughter of Late Bansi Lal Sharma, a successful entrepreneur who has been running a wholesale grocery business in Nagrota for the past two decades; Prakriti Sharma, daughter of Rattan Lal and Santosh Sharma from Gharota, a gold medalist at the National Thang Ta Championship in Kanyakumari,  Ekta Kumari, resident of Gharota, who led the NCC contingent during the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi and Chitrakala, daughter of Ishar Dass from Chilla,  a gold medalist in Mastogi-Du.

The celebrations were marked by a cultural extravaganza and local talent showcase. The celebrations featured vibrant cultural performances by women and girls from the Nagrota constituency. Renowned Dogri singer Varsha Jamwal, who hails from Surinsar, Nagrota, presented a mesmerizing performance, enthralling the audience.

Devyani Rana also launched Pooja Saathi Dhoop Cones, a local women-led entrepreneurship initiative. This product, crafted by Nagrota’s Self-Help Group (SHG), is now listed on various online platforms, bringing handmade food, beauty, health, jewelry, and clothing products to a wider market.

The event was a testament to the growing empowerment of women in Nagrota and reaffirmed the legacy of Devender Singh Rana, who always advocated for social and economic upliftment of the Constituency.

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JAMMU, MARCH 08: Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission, (JKRLM) celebrated International Women's Day today with great enthusiasm, marking a significant step towards the empowerment of women in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

In a virtual mode, the Mission Director Dr Shubhra Sharma connected with all Block Mission Management Units (BMMUs) of both divisions. She conveyed that loan amounting to Rs 100 crore has been disbursed to Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs), further promoting their economic independence and growth.

  Additional Mission Director JKRLM Manpreet Kaur; State Project Managers ,District/Block Programme Managers, MIS Assistants and women from several Self Help Groups (SHGs) across both the divisions participated in the event.

In her address, Mission Director JKRLM, Dr. Shubhra Sharma emphasized the significance of celebrating International Women’s Day. She commended the contributions and resilience of the women associated with the Mission and highlighted the need for initiatives aimed at eliminating gender disparity to create a more equitable world. Dr. Sharma further advised women to overcome any hesitations in assuming higher responsibilities, asserting that they are second to none in their abilities.

She said that women were historically considered meek and docile, but despite the challenges, they have proved their mettle in all walks of life.

“To build a society with a strong moral and ethical foundation, it is essential to empower women to make decisions about their own lives. This empowerment begins with women taking control of their identities and individualities” the Mission Director further added.

Emphasising that women’s health plays a crucial role in this process, she said a healthy woman is better equipped to lead, care for her family, and contribute meaningfully to society. “It is important for women to step into leadership roles, as their perspectives and contributions are essential for building a more equitable and progressive society.” she added.

Earlier, Additional Mission Director JKRLM, Manpreet Kaur delivered the inaugural address, emphasizing the crucial role of women in society. She affirmed that economic independence is a key step toward the empowerment of women and reiterated the government's commitment to supporting women in all aspects of life.

As part of the program, a felicitation ceremony was held to honor several "Lakhpati Didis" for their unflinching efforts and great achievements. 

The event culminated with a vote of thanks delivered by State Programme  Manager ( M&E ) Annisa Nabi.

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lauds remarkable achievements of Women Artists and Artisans 

Nari Shakti's impact on shaping the future of humanity is immense: LG Sinha

She has been endowed with a special gift from existence to nurture creativity and drive social change: LG

Women artists and artisans are architects of sustainable development. To be an outstanding creator, one needs to be full of love, kindness and compassion and this is what makes woman artists unique: LG Sinha

Greater participation of Women artists and artisans in the contemporary Art and Craft arena has enriched this sector and strengthened the fabric of our cultural ethos: LG

Many artisans in J&K and the country have achieved new milestones and others are crafting their way to a brighter tomorrow: LG Sinha

JAMMU, MARCH 08: The Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir today celebrated the International Women’s Day. The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha joined the ‘Sashakt Nari Samman’ event organized by Buddha Art & Painting, in collaboration with Padma Shri Padma Sachdev Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar.


In his address, the Lieutenant Governor extended his heartiest greetings and felicitations to Nari Shakti on International Women’s Day.

“Nari Shakti's impact on shaping the future of humanity is immense. She has been endowed with a special gift from existence to nurture creativity and drive social change,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

The Lieutenant Governor lauded the remarkable achievements of women artists and artisans of J&K and expressed gratitude for their contribution to the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir and nation-building.

The Lieutenant Governor said, “Women artists and artisans are architects of sustainable development. To be an outstanding creator, one needs to be full of love, kindness and compassion and this is what makes woman artists unique.


Greater participation of Women artists and artisans in the contemporary Art and Craft arena has enriched this sector and strengthened the fabric of our cultural ethos. Many artisans in J&K and the country have achieved new milestones and others are crafting their way to a brighter tomorrow”.

The Lieutenant Governor reiterated his commitment to socio-economic empowerment of women and providing them a conducive environment to realise their true potential.


He said, under the guidance of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, women empowerment has now become a mass movement.

“A new era of Women-Led Development has begun in the UT of J&K. Today, our Nari Shakti are scripting their own success stories and have become the active partner in the development journey of Jammu Kashmir,” the Lieutenant Governor said.


He called upon the artists, artisans, NGOs, teachers, entrepreneurs and various stakeholders to work collectively for women empowerment and to ensure that the benefits of government schemes dedicated to Nari Shakti percolate to grassroots.

On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor felicitated the women achievers and students. He also visited the stalls put up by the women artists and artisans.

Organizations and individuals were also felicitated for their contribution to the empowerment of women.

Ms Priya Sethi, former Minister of State; Ms Sanjogita Dogra, Founder, Buddha Art & Painting; senior officers from Police and Civil Administration; heads of various educational institutions, women achievers, artists, artisans, teachers and students were present.

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By-  Rahul Yadav

Women are the magicians who are making this world a dreamland to live by their participation in the role in various sectors, from a homemaker to an astronaut, and whatnot. Every year, we celebrate International Women’s Day on 8th March to acknowledge the achievements of women across different fields such as social, economic, cultural, science and politics around the globe. It is also observed to raise awareness about gender equality while advocating their rights worldwide.

 What makes this IWD special?

This year’s celebration is special as it marks the 30th anniversary of The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the most progressive and universally accepted global framework for women's and girls’ rights. The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day is "For All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment". The campaign ‘Accelerate Action’ is promoted by individuals who advocate women empowerment for gender equality, this year.

 Potential issues
Women showcase the best performance possible when given a chance, and when not given a chance, they courageously take a stand for themselves efficiently. A large number of women still struggle to be heard. The rising number of domestic violence incidents during the COVID-19 lockdown says it all. The number remains alarming across different parts of countries. How can we forget to mention the increasing rape cases not just in India but across the world. Limited access in the education field is another big concern. Policies are made to provide them equal opportunity but the on-ground figures are still demanding significant reform to uplift women. The disparity in the hiring of male and females in most of the sectors is a visible concern with women often receiving lower wages than their male counterparts.
How the government is assisting in the issues?

To empower the women and young girls, the Government of India & state government of Jammu & Kashmir have initiated various schemes to help them stand on their own feet. To help the women entrepreneurs aged between 18 to 45, with minimum qualification of matric or above of the state and are planning to start their business, Women Entrepreneurship Programme (WEP) was launched. It aims to provide them a loan with lower interest rate of 6% and direct loan up to the amount 3 lakh with moratorium period of 6 months through Women Development Corporation. Another scheme, namely ‘Tejaswini’ by J&K govt is for the young women of the state to provide them financial assistance to set-up self-employment ventures as per the skills, training, aptitude and local conditions. The scheme also provides soft-finance for setting up new units, expanding and modernizing the pre-existing ventures.

 Moreover, the ‘Spurring Entrepreneurship Initiative’ was launched to offer financial assistance between 2.0 lakh to 20 lakh to the youth in the age group of 18 to 40 years of the state for establishing business units with the purpose of encouraging innovation and job creation through creation of new businesses and expansion of existing businesses. Under this scheme 25% of the cases financed in a particular financial year are reserved for women.

Role of society in Women Empowerment
While the gov is taking significant steps, society also needs to ponder upon their actions so as to make the environment suitable for the womens where they can participate and contribute in the society and showcase their talent without the fear of discrimination and unfairness. A truly inclusive society will enable more women to achieve success and fulfil their dreams just like Kiran Bedi, Sushma Swaraj, Bhagyashree Thipsay, Chetna Sinha, Bachendri Pal, Sudha Murthy, Karnam Malleswari, Mary Kom, Shivani Singh and many others who have fought against all the odds.

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