Udaipur – The City of Lakes witnessed several programs on Sunday 8th March on the occasion of International Women’s Day. Seminars, Discussions, Honor Ceremony and Stage Play were organized to mark the day.

Astitva Play

Natyansh Society of Dramatic and Performing Arts presented “Astitva” a play demonstrating women empowerment. The play was based on the struggle in a woman’s life which is also an effort to save her identity.

The mono act was presented by Rekha Sisodia who portrayed 13 different characters. The play was presented at Shikshantar and Narayan Seva Sansthan.

Seminar by Senior Citizens

Maharana Pratap Varishth Nagrik Sansthan organized a seminar on the occasion of International Women’s Day at Vigyan Samiti. The members of the organization presented their perspective on women empowerment and issues like gender discrimination etc.

Bhanwar Seth (vice secretary) said that our nation is living under double mentality where on one side demands of women rights are often raised but on the other side men are not ready to accept it. He said that, rights could not be achieved just by words but there is a need of practical and effective step.

Honoring Women Maitri Manthan Society in association of Ranaji Restaurant has honored women of Udaipur from all walks of life. A program “Chingari” was held at Restaurant’s premises on Sunday 8th March. Prashant Jain, owner of Ranaji informed that the program also included Slogan Competition and an Honoring Ceremony. Chief Guest of the program was Chandra Singh Kothari (Mayor UMC).