Women’s Day Seminar Organized by Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) and Bharat Mata Seva Trust
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) and Bharat Mata Seva Trust jointly organized a Women’s Day Seminar on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Udhayam Mahal, Kaaravilai, Villukuri, Kanyakumari District. The seminar aimed to highlight the power of women and their vital role in national development. The central theme of the event was “Unifying Women’s Strength for Nation-Building.”
Event Schedule & Key Dignitaries
The seminar was graced by several distinguished guests who delivered speeches on women’s empowerment, social progress, and the importance of education in shaping their future.
- Presiding Officer: S. Indira (BMS District Vice President)
- Welcome Address: N. Geetha (SMS Office Staff)
- Chairperson: S. J. Girija (BMS State Executive Committee Member)
- Special Address: V. S. Ajitha (BMS State Vice President)
- Sangha Song: S. Kala (UMS District Liaison Secretary)
- Guest Speakers:
- M. S. Manikandan (BMS District President)
- K. Venkatraghavan
- K. Murugesan B.Sc., B.L. (BMS Tamil Nadu State President, Secretary of Bharat Mata Seva Trust)
- Keynote Speaker: Vidyabhushan R. Rejitha Adibanraj B.Sc., B.Ed.
- Vote of Thanks: T. Sivasankari (SMS Office Staff)
Highlights of the Seminar
The keynote address by Vidyabhushan R. Rejitha Adibanraj was one of the most enlightening parts of the seminar. She spoke in detail about the role of women in India’s freedom struggle, emphasizing legendary figures like Velu Nachiyar and Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi, who played crucial roles in resisting colonial rule.
Let’s integrate women’s power for national service… Special speech by Vidya Bhushan R.Regitha Athibanraj
She further emphasized the importance of women’s education, stating that educating a woman is equivalent to educating an entire family and community. She elaborated on how women’s financial independence, government support for women entrepreneurs, and equal employment opportunities are essential in empowering them.
The discussion also covered modern-day challenges faced by women and steps needed to achieve gender equality in society. Participants engaged in insightful discussions about women’s contributions in various fields, from business to governance.
Impact of the Seminar
This seminar served as an eye-opener for many women, offering them a platform to share their experiences and gain awareness about various empowerment opportunities. The session concluded with a collective pledge to support women’s empowerment in all possible ways.
The event successfully ended with the resounding slogan:
“Unifying Women’s Strength for Nation-Building.”
