Chandigarh: Haryana governor Bandaru Dattatraya said on Friday that women have carved out their distinct identities across all fields, and urged parents to prioritise the education of their daughters.
The governor was speaking as the chief guest at the International Women's Day function at Panchkula on Friday. Minister of state for women and child development Kamlesh Dhanda was also present on this occasion.
During the event, the governor flagged off e-rickshaws provided by the department to 11 women of Antyodaya families. On this occasion, women from various fields were honoured with appreciation letters, cash and mementos. He highlighted the government's numerous programmes for women, including the significant Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao campaign. He urged every woman to pledge not to hesitate in giving birth to a daughter, regardless of any societal or familial challenges.
During the programme, the governor awarded Rs 5 lakh as the first prize to Palwal deputy commissioner Neha Singh for achieving remarkable improvement in sex ratio in the year 2023. The second prize, jointly awarded, went to Faridabad deputy commissioner Vikram and Rewari DC Rahul Hooda, who also received Rs 3 lakh each. Deputy commissioner Kurukshetra Shantanu Sharma was awarded the third prize, along with an amount of Rs 2 lakh.
In recognition of their efforts in improving the nutritional status of children, Faridabad deputy commissioner Vikram was awarded the first place. Deputy commissioner Kaithal Prashant Panwar secured the second position, while deputy commissioner Panipat was awarded the third place. They received award money of Rs 2 lakh, Rs 1 lakh, and Rs 50,000 respectively.
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Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya highlighted women's distinct identities and urged parents to prioritize their education at the International Women's Day function. He also flagged off an e-rickshaw for 11 women. The Governor awarded Deputy Commissioner Palwal Neha Singh and Deputy Commissioner Faridabad Vikram for their contributions.
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