Suttur, March 13, 2024: ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Suttur, in conjunction with esteemed partners including the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India, and the JSS Janashikshan Institute, hosted a program on March 13, 2024, in honor of International Women’s Day.
The program featured enlightening discussions and addresses shedding light on the significance of International Women’s Day and the array of legal frameworks in place for the safeguarding of women’s rights. Notable among the speakers was Smt. Manjula B., Child Development Program Officer from the Women and Child Development Department in Nanjangud, whose insightful speech resonated with attendees.
Highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit and achievements of women, the event included a felicitation ceremony honoring Smt. Lakshmi Venkatesh, a distinguished woman entrepreneur. Furthermore, certificates were presented to participants who successfully completed the Jute Products making training program.
Distinguished guests in attendance included Shri N.M. Shankarappa, Director of the Horticulture Division at JSS Mahavidyapeetha, along with members of the JSS Janashikshana Samsthan, women entrepreneurs, representatives from ICAR, and various stakeholders. Their collective presence symbolized a united effort towards fostering gender equality and women’s empowerment across sectors.
The event served as a testament to the collaborative spirit and unwavering commitment of ICAR JSS KVK Suttur and its partners in advancing the cause of women’s empowerment and societal progress.
