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Women’s achievements inspire social change: Telangana Governor

Hyderabad, Oct 23 (UNI) Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Friday stressed that women’s empowerment was essential for social justice and the country’s overall development, while highlighting the contributions of women across various fields at the 41st edition of the Devi Awards organised by The New Indian Express here.
Addressing the event, the Governor said women were making significant contributions to science, sports, business, arts, culture and public service.
True empowerment required equal opportunities, freedom, security and dignity for women, he said.
Referring to various government initiatives, including Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao, Ujjwala Yojana, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and Lakhpati Didi, Shukla said such programmes were aimed at improving women's opportunities and socio-economic status.
He noted that women's self-help groups in Telangana, with over 65 lakh members, were strengthening their economic and social independence.
Initiatives such as Indira Mahila Shakti were enabling women to enter diverse sectors, including transport, renewable energy and small businesses.
Congratulating the 10 awardees, the Governor lauded their contributions to sports, cinema, water conservation, technology, classical music, handlooms, heritage conservation, education, power distribution and healthcare.
He said their achievements would inspire younger generations and called upon families and educational institutions to encourage girls to pursue their aspirations.
Emphasising the role of the media, Shukla said it should highlight inspiring individuals and initiatives that contributed to public welfare and social progress.
The Governor also called for active participation in the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and urged citizens to create awareness against substance abuse at the family level.
He expressed hope that the Devi Awards would continue to recognise women's achievements and contribute to building an equitable, safe and empowered society.
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