Lok Samiti & Jagriti Socio Economic Empowerment Services Celebrate International Women’s Day

08 March 2025, Patna: Bihar State Lok Samiti, Patna, and Jagriti Socio Economic Empowerment Services (JSEES), Ranchi, jointly organized a Women’s Conference at Mahila Charakha Samiti, Kadamkuan (Patna), to mark International Women’s Day 2025. The event was presided over by Mrs. Manti Verma, President of Patna District Lok Samiti, and conducted by Mr. Shivji Singh, General Secretary of State Lok Samiti.

In his written address, Mr. Girija Satish, National President of Lok Samiti, extended his greetings to all participants, expressing concern over the lax implementation of the prohibition law in Bihar. He urged women to take a proactive role in preventing the illegal consumption and trade of alcohol and assured them of his full support in their efforts toward prohibition.

The conference commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by a welcome address by Mrs. Kranti Rashosh, Convener of Women Lok Samiti. Mr. Kaushal Ganesh Azad, National Coordinator of Lok Samiti, emphasized that despite advancements, women continue to face harassment and inequality. He called for the implementation of employment reservations for women to ensure their empowerment.

Former MLA Shri Suryadev Tyagi highlighted the negative impact of alcohol on society, linking it to increased domestic violence and social instability. While acknowledging Bihar’s stringent laws against alcohol, he stressed the need for greater public awareness and enforcement to achieve successful prohibition.

Women leader Smt. Kanchanbala spoke on the persistent gender disparity in society, emphasizing that women still face subjugation within families and limited access to equal opportunities. She strongly advocated for 50% reservation for women in governance, questioning why women, who form 50% of the population, are only granted 33% representation.

Several distinguished speakers, including Smt. Meena Devi, Smt. Neelu Devi, Smt. Mridula Prakash, farmer leader Shri Suresh Prasad, Shri Satyendra Kumar, Shri Amit Ranjan, and Shri Nitya Mishra, addressed the gathering, reinforcing the call for women’s rights, leadership, and social justice.

The conference concluded with a vote of thanks by Smt. Meena Devi, acknowledging the participation and contributions of all dignitaries and attendees.

This Women’s Day celebration underscored the importance of women’s collective strength in driving social change, ensuring gender equality, and advocating for stronger laws and policies. Lok Samiti and JSEES remain committed to empowering women and fostering a more just society.