Sikkim CM Calls for Gender Equality on International Women’s Day

GANGTOK: Sikkim’s Chief Minister, Prem Singh Tamang, marked International Women’s Day 2025 with a heartfelt message, acknowledging the profound contributions of women across diverse sectors. He emphasized the day as a celebration of their inherent strength and unwavering resilience.

The chief minister’s address centered on the year’s theme, which underscored the fundamental link between progress and the empowerment of women. He asserted that genuine societal advancement hinges on guaranteeing women’s rights and ensuring equitable opportunities for all.

Tamang highlighted the indispensable role women play as the bedrock of families, communities, and the nation at large. He paid tribute to their significant impact on governance, education, healthcare, business, and social service, stressing the imperative of fostering a nurturing environment conducive to their unhindered advancement.

Concluding his message, CM Tamang implored citizens to actively dismantle societal stereotypes, champion inclusivity, and extend unwavering support to one another. He expressed his vision for a future where every woman and girl is empowered to pursue their aspirations freely and achieve their fullest potential.

Meanwhile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on the occasion of International Women’s Day, pledged his government's support to empower women as they move forward to achieve their dreams.

Taking to his official X handle, the Assam chief minister extended greetings to the women across the state, describing them as "strong, enterprising, and trailblazers."

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