Doctors paint colourful rangolis highlighting themes of women’s empowerment and equality at the premises of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences during the International Women’s Day celebrations in Vijayawada. FIle | Photo Credit: G.N. Rao President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday (March 8, 2026) said educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation as she extended greetings on International Women’s Day. As ‘Nari Shakti’ continues to excel across diverse fields and lead with courage, it strengthens the foundations of a more inclusive and prosperous society, she said in a post on X. Warm greetings to all on International Women’s Day! Educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation. As Nari Shakti continues to excel across diverse fields and lead with courage, it strengthens the foundations of a more inclusive and prosperous society. On… — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 8, 2026 “On this occasion, let us reaffirm our collective commitment to building a society where every woman has equal opportunities to grow and live with dignity, safety and freedom,” Ms. Murmu said. Educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation, the President said. “Together, let us create an environment where the aspirations and achievements of women shape a more equitable future,” she added. Published – March 08, 2026 09:44 am IST Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation Griezmann not moving to MLS this season, Atletico Madrid sporting director says How technology is transforming healthcare