Role of women in society deliberated
Source: The Sangai Express
Senapati, November 17 2023:
The 31st Annual Conference of the Rikhumai Taphou Women Society was held today at the Old Church complex today.
The annual conference was graced by Dr Siba Lohrii, Principal of Mt Zion College, Kathikho Karong as the chief guest; P Johna, Chairman, Rikhumai Taphou village as the functional president and Dr Souva PM as the main speaker.
Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Dr Siba Lohrii asserted that women are the backbone of a family and the society and maintained that mothers play a vital role for the success of their children.
Highlighting the importance of the role of women for the functioning of the society, he appealed to the women to use their strength and wisdom for the betterment of a family, society and community in general.
Stating that women have the power to link different aspects of the society, he urged the women to continue to act as the connecting force.
He also appealed to the mothers to nurture their children and guide them towards the right path to enable them to become responsible citizens and future leaders.
Dr Souva PM spoke on the topic, "An optimistic woman in the present society" .
In his speech, he said that mothers are the foundation of a family and with a wise mother, a family flourishes in all sense.
He underscored the need of inculcating important values and principles among the children by their mothers through exemplary deeds and examples.
While stressing on the need of having righteous mothers for the betterment of the society, he urged all women to adapt themselves with the changing world and not to restrict themselves with old customs and traditions.
Various cultural items and indigenous games were also showcased during the programme reminiscing aged old tradition left by the forefathers.