Thursday 23 November 2023 | PNS | DEHRADUN
The chairperson of Uttarakhand State Commission for Women (USCW) Kusum Kandwal said that the ideal of gender equality is being realised on the ground with men and women now enjoying equal rights and opportunities. She said this while addressing the Women Scientists Conclave-2023 organised by Uttarakhand Science Education and Research Centre (USERC) on Wednesday in Dehradun. During the conclave, 13 young women scientists were felicitated by USERC in recognition of their distinct contributions in multiple realms like science, technology, applied science, STEM, social science and traditional science.
Kandwal further said that it is time to impart culture-based education to future generations through women in order to eradicate vices that have eaten their way deep into the body of the society.
Addressing the gathering, the director of USERC Anita Rawat said, “Women’s participation is imperative for the sustainable, comprehensive and synchronised advancement of any community. Presently, our endeavour is to reconcile scientific principles with societal considerations and integrate traditional knowledge. USERC has endeavoured to establish a platform where women can contemplate, innovate, present, progress and strive towards enduring resolutions. The ultimate objective of this gathering is to promote inclusive and accessible education of superior quality, gender parity and the empowerment of women and girls.”
The former chairman of Uttarakhand Public Service Commission J M S Rana also addressed the congregation. He said that the women are engaging in exemplary works within their respective fields by integrating traditional Indian science with contemporary science and technology.
The vice- chairman of Uttarakhand Rural Development and Migration Commission D S S Negi said while addressing the conclave that the significance of women in both the social and economic sectors could hardly be overstated. “The women of Uttarakhand are actively contributing to the sustainable development of the region as well as the preservation of its natural resources,” he added.
