To honour the invaluable contribution of women in our society, President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday gave away Nari Shakti awards to exceptional women at a function in Rashtrapati Bhawan to mark the occasion of International Women’s Day.
The Nari Shakti awards are given annually to individuals,groups, institutions in recognition of their exceptional work towards the cause of women empowerment, especially for vulnerable and marginalised women. The award carries Rs 1 lakh and a citation.
Ahead of the ceremony, President Kovind said everyone should pledge to ensure safety and respect for women so that they can move forward in the direction of fulfilling their hopes and aspirations.
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