WTC Mumbai & AIAI Honours Outstanding Women on International Women’s Day 2019
by Shrutee K/DNS
“India
and Maldives reaffirm their commitment to work jointly in the area of gender
equality, which is the 5th Sustainable Development Goal of the United
Nations. Women constitute almost 50% of the world population and they are the
major driving force of socio-economic development in any country. Women account
for large share of the labour force in agriculture, construction, textile,
healthcare, BPO and other services industries. Women workforce forms the pillar
of the tourism industry, which is the dominant sector in Maldives,” said
Mr. Ibrahim Ameer, Hon’ble Minister of Finance, Government of Maldives on
the occasion of the 8th Global Economic Summit organised by MVIRDC
World Trade Center Mumbai and All India Association of Industries (AIAI). The
event honoured outstanding women in the field of arts, science, healthcare,
trade and commerce.
Hon’ble Minister Mr. Ameer further
emphasized that women’s empowerment can unleash untapped growth potential
in developing countries. Specifically, he suggested policymakers to encourage women’s
participation in male-dominated sectors such as heavy engineering, space,
defence and Research & Development.
Hon’ble Minister Mr. Ameer felicitated
following women dignitaries on this occasion:
Ms. Victoria Lopatina, President,
Tuscany-India Association, Ms. Suniti Nanda, Fintech Officer, Government
of Maharashtra, Ms. Nalini Gupta, Managing Director, Lotus Destinations
(GSA Costa Cruise India), Dr. Shilpa Desai, MD and Founder, C4
Integrated Wellness Pvt. Ltd and Ms. Suniti Gupta, Managing
Director, Lateral Praxis. Veteran
dancer Ms. Sohini Roy Choudhury was felicitated for her marvelous dance
performance on this occasion.
Earlier
in his welcome remarks, Mr. Kamal Morarka, Chairman, MVIRDC World Trade
Center Mumbai said, “India is already the fastest growing economy in the
world. Promoting women’s participation in entrepreneurship and employment can
further enhance this growth rate. India has produced great women leaders in the
fields of politics, business, arts and science. MVIRDC World Trade Center will
work closely with government and industry to promote the cause of gender
equality.”
In
his remarks, Mr. Vijay Kalantri, President, All India Association of
Industries (AIAI) said, “Women are not only the caretakers of
family, but also significant contributors to trade and industry. Women play an
important role in nation building and community development. On the occasion of
the International Women’s Day 2019, AIAI recognizes the invaluable contribution
of women in the field of business, trade, tourism, education and public
administration.”
Speaking
on this occasion, Ms. Rupa Naik, Senior Director, MVIRDC World Trade Center
Mumbai said, “Ease of doing business has improved considerably for women with
the advancement in information technology. E-commerce and social media have
enabled women to access foreign markets and develop global network easily.
MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai is the verifier of SheTrade App, an initiative
of ITC Geneva that aims to connect one million women entrepreneurs globally. MVIRDC
World Trade Center Mumbai promotes women’s empowerment by supporting
exhibitions & trade fairs, and conducting various knowledge sessions and
networking events round the year.”
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