New Delhi is set to host a landmark national conference as International Women’s Day approaches, spotlighting the transformative journey of Indian women from ‘Bharati-Nari’ to ‘Narayani’. Organized by Rashtra Sevika Samiti, Bharatiya Vidvat Parishad, and Sharnya, the two-day summit on March 7-8 at Vigyan Bhawan promises to redefine women’s roles in nation-building.
The theme weaves together knowledge, liberation, nature, mastery, power, consciousness, culture, and creation, focusing on women’s pivotal contributions across sectors. Participants aim to harvest policy recommendations, forge a ‘Bharati’ platform for female thought leaders, and establish think-tank sessions for ongoing dialogue.
Expect formation of leadership clusters guiding both men and women, crafting strategic development paths, and building a robust network of influencers tackling women’s issues. A roadmap for annual summits will emerge, fostering self-reliance and a developed India.
Visionaries behind the event envision an inclusive space connecting women from diverse backgrounds to collaborate on solutions, dismantle systemic barriers, and craft policy suggestions alongside local action plans. Cross-sector partnerships with governments, civil society, and private entities will drive implementation, celebrating trailblazers who’ve overcome odds.
Key speakers like Sita Gayatri Andanam of Rashtra Sevika Samiti emphasized this as a ‘summit of power’—a celebration of women’s glory and a journey of social change. Drawing from 90 years of organizational legacy, she highlighted awakening innate strengths through maternity, duty, and leadership, positioning women as societal architects.
Dr. Rachna Bajpai, provincial publicity chief, praised Sevika’s organizational prowess in expanding outreach. V. Shivani from Bharatiya Vidvat Parishad underscored interdisciplinary Sanskrit research promoting social harmony, with sessions on cultural education to combat rising crimes against women by shifting mindsets collectively.