G Surendra makes education compulsory for girls

Madikeri, Mar. 27: Nowadays, the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world, and the contribution of women in all fields from ancient times to modern times is immense, said Kodagu 1st Additional District and Sessions Judge G. Surendra.

Speaking after inaugurating the International Women's Day celebrations held at the Children's Welfare Institute hall in the city under the joint auspices of Mahilodaya Mahila Kokku, District Legal Services Authority and Women and Child Development Department, he said that Women's Day originated from the labor movements in North America and Europe in the early 20th century. The United Nations made this day official in 1975. G. Surendra said that the main objective is to honor the achievements of women, eliminate gender discrimination and bring equality in society. In today's society, women are achieving in many fields including education, science, politics, sports and business. Therefore, he advised parents to educate their daughters.

Senior Civil Judge and CJM and In-charge Member Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, C. Veerabhadraiah, said that 20 percent of women are working as judges in the country, and reservation has been given to women in all fields. If women are given equal opportunities as men, gender discrimination will be removed. Therefore, he advised women to make good use of the law given to them and contribute to the development of the country along with their personal development.

Prasanna Kumar, Deputy Director of the Women and Child Development Department, said that women's daily routine should not be limited to one day. Women should become self-reliant. The government has given enough opportunities constitutionally, which should be utilized well. He said that a 181 women's helpline has been started for women in distress, and a toll-free, free service is available to provide immediate assistance 24*7.

Mysore ODP Project Coordinator, Molly Podtado, said that Women's Day is not just a day of celebration. Even today, the struggle for equality, literacy, opportunity and safety continues. Women are the main reason for this. Children should not be discriminated against as male or female from a young age. Only when gender discrimination is reduced can society develop. Therefore, women should work together for equality and respect, he said.

Father John Fernandes, Assistant Director of Mysore ODP, said that International Women's Day is a day to remember women socially and economically. A day to recognize women's achievements. We should be convinced of the role of women in society. The role of women is not limited to one day. The role of women is important in everyone's life. Their all-round development should be realized, he said.

Municipal Council President P. Kalavathi said that a woman is like an eye. Mother-in-law should be seen as a mother. Parents should give good advice to girls from childhood and raise them. They should work to respect elders. Then the family will be able to live together.

Speaking in the introduction, Joyce Menezes, District Coordinator of ODP, said that International Women's Day is not limited to any one country or organization. This day has special significance as it is celebrated all over the world.

Former President of ODP Union Julekabi spoke. The program was attended by Damayanti of the Department of Women and Child Development, Lalitha, President of Mahilodaya Mahila Union, members Neema, Heena, Haseena, Lucy James, Meena Kumari, Renu Kumari, Mamata, staff C.S. Akshay, Law Authority staff Jayappa, department staff.

Members of Prakriti Sangha prayed. ODP activist Vijaya Narayana, Jayalakshmi presented the speech. Hasta Sangha President Saritha proposed the vote of thanks.

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