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President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu to Grace International Women\u2019s Day Celebrations at Manekshaw Centre tomorrow<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n


\nEvent to witness\u00a0 participation of women from various fields reflecting the diverse contributions of women across the nation and\u00a0 Government\u2019s commitment to advancing women-led development<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Two panel discussions to take place after inaugural ceremony<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Posted On: 07 MAR 2026 9:43AM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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The Government of India is celebrating International Women\u2019s Day tomorrow (8th March 2026). The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) will organise a national-level celebration at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi, which will be graced by the Hon\u2019ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The event will be organised in the august presence of the Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annpurna Devi, and the Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Savitri Thakur.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

International Women\u2019s Day, observed globally on 8 March, celebrates the achievements and contributions of women across diverse fields and reaffirms the collective commitment towards gender equality, safety, dignity, and empowerment of women.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The programme will commence with a welcome address by Shri Anil Malik, Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development, followed by audio-visual presentations highlighting the increased workforce participation of women across sectors and showcasing key Government policies and schemes aimed at women\u2019s empowerment.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

On the occasion, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu will deliver the keynote address.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annpurna Devi will also address the gathering and highlight key initiatives undertaken by the Government to strengthen women-led development in the country.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Following the inaugural ceremony, the programme will continue with two panel discussions. The first panel discussion will focus on\u00a0\u201cLabour Codes \u2013 Enhancing Empowerment of Women,\u201d while the second panel will discuss\u00a0\u201cSelf-Help Group Women as Entrepreneurs.\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The event is expected to\u00a0 witness the participation of around 1,000 women from more than 150 Ministries, Departments, and organisations, including representatives from the Armed Forces, police, media, healthcare, sports, and other sectors, reflecting the diverse contributions of women across the nation and the Government of India\u2019s commitment to advancing women-led development.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The event will also be webcast live at:<\/strong><\/span>
\nhttps:\/\/webcast.gov.in\/mwcd<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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