Shillong, Mar 8: International Women’s Day 2026 was celebrated at Sadolpara village under Dadenggre sub-division on the theme ‘Give to Gain’.
The event was graced by Dadenggre MLA Rupa Mrong Marak as chief guest and Sub-Divisional Officer Richa Kulkarni as guest of honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Marak highlighted the role of women, sharing the important contributions of his mother in the family. He noted that despite having limited educational opportunities, his mother played a crucial role in supporting the family’s social and economic needs, including managing household chores and providing education to her children.
Marak emphasised that women have progressed in all walks of life despite challenges and their routine household duties. He added that when people, organisations and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase and when women thrive the society rises.
Kulkarni also spoke about the presence of women in all sections of the workforce, including doctors, engineers, lawyers and entrepreneurs, who have achieved success despite different challenges. She emphasised the importance of implementing women-specific schemes and participation in self-help groups, enabling women to improve their families’ economic condition and strengthen the future of society.
During the function, mothers from the area were felicitated for their exceptional hard work and dedication in their daily lives. The programme was organized by the Integrated Child Development Project (ICDS), Dadenggre, in collaboration with the Sub-Divisional Office Dadenggre and Bakdil, Tura. Different CLF Groups presented songs and dances befitting the occasion.
