Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended the “Lal Ded National Award Ceremony” organised by Sarhad, Pune, at Srinagar.
Speaking on the occasion, the LG said the ‘Nari Shakti’ (women power), honored by Lal Ded National Award, has achieved remarkable accomplishments in their respective fields. He said the blessings of saints like Lal Ded have nurtured and preserved the nation’s vision, its arts, literature, music, folk traditions, and deep spiritual wisdom.
“By setting new standards in their fields, remarkable women achievers have helped shape the soul of society. Women empowerment must be a top priority for both society and government. We must also prioritize women in innovation and entrepreneurship so enterprises led by them become stronger,” the LG said.
As per an official press release, the LG said in today’s world, Lal Ded’s message can become a lifeline for humanity and her philosophy of compassion, truth, and morality is the foundation of a global society that seeks peace, inclusion, and fraternity.
“Lal Ded’s life teaches society that no matter how great the challenge, a person’s inner strength, faith, and courage can turn even the toughest trials into opportunities for growth and learning. Lal Ded became a beacon of hope for all seekers who dared to believe that humanity can truly become better and her ideals guided people toward a more harmonious world,” the LG said.
He observed that Nari Shakti exemplifies sacrifice, compassion, and equality, and it is the solemn duty of society and nation alike to secure full rights for women.
“I believe gender equality is a call for men to stand shoulder to shoulder with women and to be partners and allies, and to jointly build a just society and developed India while fulfilling their responsibilities. I firmly believe that when women progress, families progress and families progress, the nation progresses. Women play a crucial role in nation-building and its evidence is visible across every sphere of life,” the LG said.
The award was conferred on contemporary Kashmiri poet Bimla Raina; Sahitya Akademi Award-winning poet Naseem Shafaie; scholar, author and Rajbhasha expert, Dr. Sakina Akhtar; Dr. Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, chairperson, J&K Waqf Board and the Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to eminent writer, academician, and translator Prof. Neerja Mattoo.
