Mothers are being pushed into old age homes, women empowerment is gaining relevance: West Bengal Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose

KOCHI: West Bengal Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose said that women empowerment is gaining relevance in an era where mothers are being pushed into old age homes.

"No matter how much knowledge one acquires, one will eventually realize that it will not be as good as what one's mother taught them. India is respected by the countries of the world because it is a land of those who grew up learning these lessons of love, security and sacrifice."

He was inaugurating the 'Power of Women Edition 2' conclave organized by the Kochi unit as part of the 114th anniversary celebrations of Kerala Kaumudi and releasing the book 'Amazing Women 114' at Palarivattom Hotel Renai.

"The children of mothers who have imparted invaluable life lessons through love and affection can lead not only the country but the world. Many countries are ruled by people of Indian origin. If the society, which has been taught that 'Is there a God other than mother, is there a temple bigger than her..' changes its mind, the consequences will be serious," he said.

Ernakulam District Collector N.S.K. Umesh presided over the function. Kerala Kaumudi Associate Editor V.S. Rajesh delivered the keynote address. C.V. Ananda Bose, Justice Mary Joseph, Sunrise Hospitals MD Parveen Hafeez, V.S. Rajesh, V Star Creations MD Sheela Kochouseph Chittilappilly, SNDP Yogam Vanitha Sangham Central Committee Secretary and Spices Board Chairperson-designate Adv Sangeetha Viswanathan, Kerala Kaumudi Deputy Editor and Kochi-Thrissur Unit Chief Prabhu Warrier lit the Bhadradeepam. Dr. Ananda Bose presented the book 'Amazing Woman 114' to Sheela Kochouseph Chittilappilly and released it.

N.S.K. Umesh, who won the state award for the best collector, was presented with the Kerala Kaumudi award by the Bengal Governor, and Prabhu Warrier presented the Kerala Kaumudi award to the Governor. Ananda Bose distributed the awards to those who have made a mark in various fields. Sheela Kochouseph Chittilappilly, Sangeetha Viswanathan, Justice Mary Joseph and Parveen Hafeez delivered speeches. Kerala Kaumudi Senior Reporter Arun Prasannan introduced the distinguished guests.

Governor's gift of Rs. 10,000 each to the awardees

In recognition of the social services of the women honoured by Kerala Kaumudi, West Bengal Governor Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose gave Rs. 10,000 each. The Governor's ADC Nikhil Kumar said that he hopes that this gift, given as an encouragement to those who implement progressive ideas, will inspire the entire society.