KWO Seminar Highlights Women’s Role in Transforming India’s Educational Landscape
Sopore, November 11: Marking National Education Day, the Kashmir Women’s Organisation (KWO), in collaboration with Makhdoomia Model High School, Warpora, Sopore, organised a seminar highlighting the significant contributions of women to education and their role in shaping India’s social and intellectual progress.
The seminar brought together students and teachers, who actively participated in discussions on the role of women in promoting education, advancing social awareness and creating opportunities for future generations.
Dr Darakshan Hassan Bhat, who attended the programme as the Chief Guest, highlighted the contributions of eminent women personalities whose efforts and achievements have left a lasting imprint on the educational and cultural landscape of the country.
Referring to the remarkable legacy of Lal Ded, Habba Khatoon, Arnimal, Pandita Ramabai and Savitribai Phule, she said their contributions continue to inspire generations and reflect the transformative power of women's participation in society.
Dr Darakshan also recalled the vision of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India's first Education Minister, who championed the ideals of national unity and diversity. She emphasised that every section of society, irrespective of caste, gender, religion or community, has played an important role in India's development and progress.
Stressing the importance of preserving this inclusive vision, she called for collective efforts to achieve the national goal of Viksit Bharat through education, equality and equal opportunities.
Highlighting India's educational journey since Independence, she spoke about the substantial improvement in literacy levels, particularly among women. She noted that female literacy has witnessed considerable growth over the decades, reflecting the impact of sustained efforts to expand educational access and opportunities.
She further highlighted the role of various government schemes, policies and educational initiatives in encouraging girls and women to pursue education and participate in different spheres of public life. She observed that Kashmir, too, is witnessing encouraging changes, with growing awareness, improved access to education and increasing participation of women in diverse professional fields.
The seminar underscored that women's contribution to education extends beyond individual achievements, playing a vital role in strengthening families, transforming communities and building an enlightened and progressive society.
The programme also emphasised the need to recognise the contributions of pioneering women while motivating the younger generation to actively participate in the educational, intellectual and social development of the country.
Through the initiative, the Kashmir Women’s Organisation reaffirmed its commitment to promoting women's education, awareness and empowerment, while providing meaningful platforms for dialogue on issues central to an inclusive, educated and progressive society. ANB
