FLO Ahmedabad, under the leadership of Chairperson Ms. Usha Jaiswal, in collaboration with the Government of Gujarat, Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation, and Ambedkar University, organized the Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan to celebrate women’s leadership and the vision of inclusive development by bringing together eminent leaders from government, academia, industry, and civil society. The Sammelan was graced by Shri Bhupendra Patel, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, along with other distinguished dignitaries.
They discussed the importance of greater representation of women in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. Ms. Mira Patel and Ms. Ritaben Patel highlighted women’s leadership in governance, while Dr. Ami Upadhyay and Dr. Ramilaben Gamit spoke on education, leadership, and grassroots empowerment. On the entrepreneurial front, Ms. Paruben Jaishrikhna and Ms. Trupti Jain shared actionable insights and personal experiences.
Reinforcing these themes, Ms. Usha Jaiswal, Chairperson of FICCI FLO Ahmedabad, reiterated FLO’s commitment to advancing women through leadership, collaboration, and inclusive growth..
Key Takeaways
- Recognised the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam as a landmark step towards increasing women’s representation in governance.
- Emphasised the importance of women’s leadership in shaping an inclusive and progressive society.
- Highlighted the need for greater participation of women in public policy and decision-making.
- Reinforced the value of mentorship, leadership development, and capacity building for aspiring women leaders.
- Encouraged women to pursue entrepreneurship and contribute to economic growth through innovation and enterprise.
- Stressed the role of education, skill development, and lifelong learning in empowering women.
- Showcased the importance of collaboration between government, academia, industry, and civil society to accelerate women’s empowerment.
- Promoted inclusive development through equal opportunities, representation, and leadership across all sectors.
- Recognised FICCI FLO’s role in fostering networking, advocacy, and platforms that enable women to grow personally and professionally.
- Inspired participants to actively contribute towards women-led development and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 through collective action and community engagement.
Impact & Outcome
Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan served as a platform to encourage dialogue on strengthening women’s participation in governance, leadership, entrepreneurship, and nation-building. More than 1000 beneficiaries gained from this initiative, marking a significant step forward for female representation in governance.
With enthusiastic participation from women across Gujarat, the Sammelan reinforced a collective commitment towards empowering women and building a more inclusive and progressive future.