The Women’s Day celebration was organized with great enthusiasm and meaningful participation, creating an atmosphere of joy, reflection, and empowerment, bringing together women from the community to celebrate their dignity, recognize their contributions to society, and deepen their awareness of their rights and responsibilities on March 8, 2026 at Don Bosco Academy Sutgatti, Hubli.
330 women from Self Help Groups of Hubli and Dharwad District as well as Self Help Groups from Honnihalli, Belagavi participated in the programme that commenced with a prayer service at 11.00 am, invoking God’s blessings upon all the women present and upon the success of the day’s activities. The prayerful atmosphere was beautifully enhanced by a melodious prayer song, which filled the gathering with gratitude and hope. As a sign of divine presence and wisdom, the lighting of the ceremonial lamp followed, symbolizing the light of knowledge, unity, and empowerment that guides society forward.
The dignitaries, Rector, Don Bosco Academy, Father Lionel Braganza, Social Commission Head, INP, Father Santaremnd Lopes, Project Manager, DSV Company Belagavi, Mr. Chandrasekar, and Advocate, Sister Veronica UFS, were warmly welcomed with flowers.
During the session, Veronica UFS delivered an enlightening and powerful talk on women’s rights and dignity. She emphasized the importance of recognizing the inherent worth of every woman and encouraged participants to be aware of their legal rights, to stand with courage against injustice, and to support one another in building a more just and respectful society. Her words inspired confidence and awakened a deeper understanding among the participants, encouraging them to speak with confidence, support one another, and actively contribute to the welfare of their families and communities.
To make the gathering lively and interactive, various games and group activities were conducted. These moments of laughter and friendly competition strengthened the bonds of unity and created a joyful spirit among the participants. The celebration continued with a delicious meal, shared in a spirit of fellowship, allowing everyone to relax and enjoy the warmth of community.
Participants presented cultural performances highlighting important social issues, creatively portraying themes such as women’s empowerment, equality, respect, and the role of women in shaping families and society. These performances reflected both the talents of the participants and their commitment to raising awareness about societal challenges.
The event concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, a token of appreciation for their creativity, effort, and spirit, recognizing the enthusiasm and active participation. The prizes served as a proof that Women’s Day celebration was not only a festive gathering but also a transformative learning experience for all participants.
Participants expressed that the programme helped them understand the importance of unity, self-respect, and courage in facing social challenges. The insights shared by the resource person empowered them to recognize their role as agents of positive change in society.
Overall, the celebration fostered confidence, solidarity, and hope among the women, reminding everyone that when women are respected and empowered, the entire society flourishes. The event concluded at 4.15 pm with heartfelt gratitude to all the dignitaries, organizers, participants, and the cooking staff whose dedicated efforts made the day meaningful, memorable, and inspiring for all.
