Quami Ekta week observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 24 2011:
The Quami Ekta Week 2011 was observed by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Manipur at Bal Bavan, Khuman Lampak Imphal.
Also observed nationwide as 'National Integration Week', the theme of the week-long event is 'Highlighting the importance of Women in Indian Society and their role in Nation building' .
Speaking at the occassion, Deputy Director of Social Welfare Department, SA Shishak said that the event focused more on the enhancement of women's social status with that of their male counterparts.
Shishak said, such observance could help the general public to understand more on the issues of gender equality and rights.
She also picked education as top priority for upgrading women's status in the society.
Joint Director of Social Welfare Department K Sanajaoba Singh also attended the function.