Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary Leads Women's Empowerment Run in Patna
In a significant event promoting women's empowerment, Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary actively participated in the 'Nari Shakti for Viksit Bharat Run' on Friday. The run was organized under the broader 'Nari Shakti Vandan Abhiyan' initiative in the state capital of Patna, drawing a large gathering of women participants and dignitaries.
Flag-Off and Signature Campaign at Digha Golambar
The event took place at Digha Golambar on J P Ganga Path, where CM Choudhary officially flagged off the women participants. He also engaged in a signature campaign that is part of the ongoing drive, demonstrating his commitment to the cause. The atmosphere was vibrant as women greeted the Chief Minister by waving their hands, showing enthusiastic support for the initiative.
Warm Welcome by BJP MLA Shreyasi Singh
BJP MLA and former minister Shreyasi Singh welcomed Chief Minister Choudhary with a bouquet and an 'angavastra', a traditional cloth offering, adding a cultural touch to the proceedings. Her presence underscored the political support for women's empowerment efforts in Bihar.
Highlighting Bihar's Progressive Steps for Women
During his address, CM Choudhary emphasized Bihar's record on women's representation, crediting former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for implementing a 50% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local bodies. He stated that this move has significantly strengthened women, making them more self-reliant and active in governance roles.
Key Attendees and Dignitaries at the Event
The event saw the presence of several notable figures, including:
- Former minister Shreyasi Singh
- MLAs Rama Nishad and Sangeeta Kumari
- Patna Municipal Corporation Mayor Sita Sahu
- District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S M
- SSP Kartikeya K Sharma
Along with other dignitaries, a large number of women from various backgrounds attended, highlighting the community-wide engagement in the Nari Shakti campaign.
