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Nari Sabha celebrates 100 Years of championing women's rights and social progress

Nari Sabha celebrates 100 Years of championing women's rights and social progress

By Monishka Pratap
06/09/2024
Photo: Sashi Kiran

As Nari Sabha marks its 100th Anniversary, the organization honours its legacy of advocating for women's empowerment and social reform while pledging to continue shaping a brighter future for the next generation.

Speaking at the centennial celebration of Shri Sanatan Pradhinidhi Sabha in Nawaka, Nadi, Assistant Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says their is a need for societal change, calling for stronger focus on youth and women's welfare.

She says according to the alarming statistics, two out of every three women face violence in their own homes.

She adds our ancestors gave us spiritual knowledge and it is our responsibility to create a society where our children, youth, and women can thrive.

She urges the community leaders to revive social reform efforts alongside spiritual gatherings that has passed down by our ancestors.

Kiran says our ancestors, despite having fewer resources, stood firm in their commitment to Dharma and social reform but it’s now our responsibility to create a society where our children, youth, and women can thrive by following the principles of the Ramayana and Gita.

Kiran also calls for leaders to implement programs which should aim at curbing violence, drug abuse, and other social issues, emphasizing the need for role models who can inspire positive behavior.

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