International Women’s Day is being observed on March 8 (Wednesday) to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women worldwide.
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This year theme of the day is “Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50-50 by 2030.” To mark the day, various governmental and non-government organizations have chalked out special programs to pay tribute to the services of women folk.
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In his message on the occasion, United Nations Secretary General António Guterres pledged to do everything to overcome entrenched prejudice, support engagement and activism, and promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.
