Context: The Ministry of Women and Child Development organised the Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat at Kartavya Path, New Delhi to mark International Women’s Day 2026.
About #SheLeadsBharat – Shakti Walk Initiative:
What it is?
- #SheLeadsBharat is a national campaign highlighted through the Shakti Walk initiative, aimed at celebrating the leadership and contributions of women in India.
- The walk was organised by the Ministry of Women and Child Development as part of International Women’s Day celebrations.
Aim:
- To promote women’s empowerment and leadership across sectors.
- To celebrate Nari Shakti and women’s role in nation-building and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Key Features:
- Large-scale participation – Over 3,000 women participants from 200+ ministries, departments, and sectors.
- Symbolic route – The walk covered Kartavya Path from India Gate to Vijay Chowk, symbolising unity and national commitment to gender equality.
- Diverse representation – Participants included women from the armed forces, police, healthcare, aviation, sports, media, entrepreneurship, sanitation, and education sectors.
- Cultural celebrations – Traditional performances such as Dollu Kunitha, Kalaripayattu, Ghoomar, and Ranchandi showcased India’s cultural diversity.
Relevance in UPSC Examination
- GS Paper II
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- Government policies and interventions for women empowerment.
- Role of ministries and institutions in promoting gender equality.
- GS Paper I
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- Social issues and role of women in society.
- GS Paper IV (Ethics)
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- Gender justice, dignity, and empowerment in public policy.
