AR celebrates 'International Day of Women and Girls in Science'
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 12 2021:
Mantripukhri Battalion of Assam Rifles celebrated 'International Day of Women and Girls in Science' at Yourabung village in Imphal East district yesterday.
With an aim to promote participation and contribution of women and girls to science, the International Day of Women and^Girls in Science is celebrated on 11th of February and was implemented by UNESCO and UN Women, in collaboration with intergovernmental agencies and institutions, as well as civil society partners, said a statement issued by PRO Assam Rifles today.
During the event a motivational lecture was conducted on contributions of women and girls in the field of Science and Technology and the roles played by women and girls in various fields of science including space, medical science and research were emphasized upon during the lecture, added the statement.
In addition to that, the role of women on the front lines of COVID-19 response as scientists and health care workers was praised at the event, added the statement.