Punjabi writer Paramjit Kaur Sirhind was the chief guest and key speaker. Paramjit has to her credit 21 published books, one of which is part of post-graduate syllabus at Punjabi University.
Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala: The Fatehgarh Sahib Rotary Club celebrated International Women’s Day at the Law Department of Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, a report in The Tribune, Chandigarh, says.
Punjabi writer Paramjit Kaur Sirhind was the chief guest and key speaker. Paramjit has to her credit 21 published books, one of which is part of post-graduate syllabus at Punjabi University.
On the occasion, prominent women, including a Class IX student, Harshpreet Kaur, of Government High School, were honoured. Harshpreet can speak and write in seven languages.
Addressing the gathering, Paramjit said “gone are the days when women played second fiddle to their menfolk and their activities were limited to the four walls of the house. Today they have surpassed men in every department”..
The writer said there was hardly any field of activity in which women were not involved and did not excel.
The speakers talked about women administrators, judicial officers, sportspersons, scientists, pilots and those in the paramilitary forces. Even the DC and SSP in Fatehgarh Sahib are women and have made their mark, they said.
Celebrations at Patiala Locomotive Works, Sports University
In another report, The Patiala Locomotive Works (PLW) and Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University also celebrated International Women’s Day here on Tuesday, March 7.
Ajay Rani, president, PLW Women’s Welfare Organisation, felicitated the women present on the occasion.
She said women have made great contribution towards the development of the society and country.
“This day is celebrated to appreciate and honour the contribution of women in the society. Women enjoy a place of respect in our society and have their own individual identity,” she said.
Dr Reena Garg, Senior Divisional Medical Officer, PLW Railways Hospital, spoke on healthcare and other challenges faced by women.
Yoga instructor Arun Jain talked about the importance of yoga for the physical and mental health of women.
Ashok Kumar, Principal Chief Administrative Officer, Patiala, said women have been occupying top posts in the country, including the posts of President and Prime Minister.
“Women are working shoulder to shoulder with men in politics, the country’s security and sports,” he said.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sawhney presided over Women’s Day celebrations at Sports University. She addressed the students on gender equality.
Vice-Chancellor Lieutenant General Dr JS Cheema gave a brief summary about the most prominent women around the world.
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