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Manipur Women Commission Chief appeals to work on gender equality

Imphal, Nov 6 (UNI) Chairperson of MSCW, Th. Tiningpham Monsang, highlighting the role and responsibilities of the Commission in safeguarding the rights and interests of women, today urged women to be aware of their legal rights, speak up against violence and injustice, and approach the Commission for appropriate assistance and redressal.
She also stressed the importance of community participation in preventing crimes against women and creating a safe and supportive environment.
She was addressing an event organized by the Manipur State Commission for Women (MSCW), in collaboration with the Manipur Women’s Silk Society, Heingang Mayai Leikai on the theme “Role of Manipur State Commission for Women” today at Laipham Khunou MitongLampak Community Hall, Imphal East.
The programme aimed at sensitising women at the grassroots level about their statutory rights, grievance redressal mechanisms and various government welfare schemes, with a focus on promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment in line with UN Sustainable Development Goal 5.
During the technical sessions, Advocate Dr. Narendra Singh spoke on the role of Manipur State Commission for Women. Gurumayum Ravi Sharma, Administrator, Women Helpline (181), highlighted the functioning of the helpline and various women-centric welfare schemes implemented by the Social Welfare Department, including widow pension and financial assistance schemes.
The sessions were followed by an interactive discussion on legal issues, grievance redressal and support mechanisms available to women.
Earlier, . W. Phajatombi Devi delivered the welcome address, while . W. Bina Chanu, Secretary, Manipur Women’s Silk Society, proposed the vote of thanks.
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