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Indian American women honoured in New York
Each of the awardees was presented with a trophy and proclamation
L-R Megha Desai, Neena Singh, Binaya Pradhan, and Indu Lew / X @IndiainNewYork
Four distinguished women were recognized for their remarkable achievements and contributions to society on the occasion of International Women's Day.
Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Neena Singh, Dr. Indu Lew, and Megha Desai were the honorees at the 6th edition of the International Women's Day commemoration event hosted by the Consulate General of India in New York and the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA).
The FIA described Gaekwad as a visionary dedicated to education and community empowerment through her philanthropic endeavors.
Singh, recognized as the first Indian and Sikh woman Mayor in New Jersey, is renowned for her commitment to mental wellness and active community engagement. “To be honored for your leadership at the Indian Consulate was an amazing feeling. My heartfelt thanks to the Federation of Indian Associations and the Counsel General for the honor ceremony last night, Singh said in a post on Instagram. “Incredible India and an incredible event, a beautiful ceremony, so wonderful to meet such inspiring women who are working diligently to bring change!”
Lew's journey from a clinical pharmacist to her current role as the executive vice president and chief of staff at RWJBarnabas Health showcases her exceptional leadership in the healthcare sector. Desai, serving as the president of the Desai Foundation, leads efforts aimed at enhancing health, livelihood, and menstrual equity for women and children in rural India, according to the release.
The event "recognised the achievements of four extraordinary women, celebrating their significant contributions across various fields and reinforcing a commitment to empowerment and recognition."
Consul General of India in New York Binaya Pradhan and FIA President Dr. Avinash Gupta, speaking at the Consulate, recognized the crucial role of women in society and the substantial progress achieved in women's empowerment in India. They celebrated the spirit of International Women's Day and commended the contributions of the awardees, the release said.
“Recognized the remarkable contributions of @neenasingh10 @Indulew @meghatron5 @radhikarajeG and their positive impact in the community. Consul General @binaysrikant76 shared insights on the achievements of Indian Women and the Government’s commitment to empowering them and India’s women-led development,” the Indian Consulate said in a post on X.
@IndiainNewYork celebrated the achievements & indomitable spirit of women #InternationalWomensDay in partnership with @FIANYNTCTNE
— India in New York (@IndiainNewYork) March 9, 2024
Recognized the remarkable contributions of @neenasingh10 @Indulew @meghatron5 @radhikarajeG and their positive impact in the community.
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Each of the awardees was presented with a trophy and proclamation, acknowledging their exceptional achievements and significant contributions.
The FIA is a prominent diaspora organization in the United States, committed to strengthening cultural bonds and advocating for the welfare and interests of the Indian community.
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