Their tri-services troupe led an impressive march-past on the Kartavya Path, while female pilots mesmerised onlookers with a flypast, demonstrating the remarkable strides made by women in traditionally male-dominated fields.
Women represented the Central Armed Police Forces and Agniveers as well, putting up breathtaking stunts. The nation’s advancements in defence technology to strengthen its military might were showcased by female scientists working for the Defence Research and Development Organisation.
Source: India Today
Along with the dancers from all over the nation showcasing our rich cultural history through their performances, the women who played a range of traditional Indian musical instruments during the great spectacle also represented ‘Nari Shakti’. A mesmerising backdrop was created by the hundreds of ethnic saris and curtains known as the “Anant Sutra,” which were woven and stitched by generations of talented craftspeople.
Source: WION
The Tricolour unfurled by President Droupadi Murmu precisely matched the topic of gender inclusion. In terms of sufficient representation of women in politics, there is still more work to be done. In September of last year, the Women’s Reservation Bill was approved by both Houses of Parliament.
It aims to provide women with one-third of the seats in the Lok Sabha and legislative bodies. The Union Government has said, however, that the legislation will not be put into effect prior to 2029, which is when the delimitation process is over. The protracted delay would only discourage women who want to make a name for themselves in politics.
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