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Sari Run Celebrates Women's Day in Mangaluru
8 Mar
Summary
- A Saree Run encouraged women to embrace fitness in traditional attire.
- Women achievers were felicitated, sharing their experiences and challenges.
- Events included cultural programmes and awareness campaigns across the district.
International Women's Day was celebrated with enthusiasm across the district, featuring programs that honored female achievers. The day included awareness campaigns, cultural events, and discussions emphasizing women's societal contributions. A notable event was the Saree Run at City Centre Mall, where women participated in large numbers, dressed in colorful saree.
This initiative, supported by the Mangalore Runners Club, aimed to encourage fitness among women while celebrating traditional attire. Concurrently, Shakti Residential School organized a felicitation ceremony for women who have made significant contributions in various fields. Guests shared their career paths, motivations, and experiences dealing with challenges and gender bias.
Further celebrations took place at the Dakshina Kannada Milk Union, inaugurated by Union president Raviraja Hegde. Writer Chandrakala Nandavar and Bharatanatyam artiste Remona Evette Pereira were honored during this event. Various activities were arranged for the women staff at Shakthi institution, including the distribution of gifts.
