Sulabh International hosts National conference on Women’s day
New Delhi: Women celebrities from different walks of the life celebrated International Women’s Day by stressing on a theme, “Give to Gain,”.
Held under the theme “Give to Gain: Women & Livelihoods – Building Equitable Futures,” the opening session set the tone for a day dedicated to celebrating women’s leadership, dignity, and collective action.
A policy report prepared by Sulabh International, released on the occasion of International Women’s Day 2026, reflects the evolution of that vision in contemporary contexts. It documents how dignity-centred interventions in sanitation, livelihoods, agriculture, skill development, and cultural enterprise have enabled women to move from invisibility to leadership within their families and communities.
Mrs. Nitya Pathak, Executive Convenor , Sulabh International said that theme of this year’s International Women’s Day, Give to Gain, captures a principle that Sulabh has long upheld: investing in women is not an act of charity but a strategic investment in sustainable development.
Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati Ji, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Rishikesh, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
The session was further graced by our Guests of Honour — Ms. Divya Dutta, National Award–winning actress; Dr. Shovana Narayan,
Our Special Guests included Ms. Praveena Yagnambhat (Chief of Staff & BGE Leader, Boeing India and South Asia), Ms. Swati Kovind (Founder – Sahyog Social Impact), Dr. Tanazire Vashishtha (Honorary Representative, The Peace and Sports Council of Afghanistan in India), Smt. Usha Jha (President, Bihar Mahila Udyog Sangh, Bihar), and Dr. Aruna Abhey Oswal (Chairperson, Aruna Abhey Oswal Trust and Oswal Group of companies.
The speakers from different walks of the society observed that Women play central roles in nurturing families, managing resources, and sustaining community resilience. When they are empowered with education, skills, safety, and economic independence, nations gain stability, productivity, and social cohesion.
“At Sulabh International, we continue to carry forward the vision of Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak (Padma Vibhushan awardee) — that dignity, equality, and opportunity must be accessible to every individual” speakers observe in their speeches during day long conference.
Eminent women speakers observes,” let us reaffirm our commitment to building a future where every woman can live with dignity, confidence, and hope.”