International Women's Day

Today is International Women's Day. The day, also called as International Working Women's Day was also celebrated across Nepal organizing various programs. Under the leadership of Ministry of Women, Children and Social Welfare, a massive rally was organized from Bhrikuti Mandap earlier this morning. Women holding placards that mentioned the main slogan- 'Gender friendly constitution: an end to violence against women', participated in the rally. All around the world, International Women's Day represents an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women while calling for greater equality. The first International Women's Day was held in 1911. Thousands of events occur to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women. Organisations, governments, charities, educational institutions, women's groups, corporations and the media celebrate the day.