Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Marriyum Aurangzeb on Thursday said that International Women's Day celebrations across the country are acknowledgement of women's sacrifices and their important role in different fields of life. She was addressing a ceremony held here in connection with celebrations of International Women's Day on March 8. The minister said that Pakistani women from Fatima Jinnah to Begum Kulsoom Nawaz have remained the epitome of courage and determination throughout the history. She said that late Benazir Bhutto's active struggle for democracy has been internationally recognized. Marriyum stressed the need for implementation of policies and legislation done for women rights.
She said that the women accounted for fifty percent of Pakistan's total population and it is necessary to give them more space in national life for bright future of the country.
She was of the view instead of dedicating one particular day to highlight role of women "we should take measures every day for women empowerment". The incumbent government has been taking many initiatives regarding women empowerment like passing anti-honor killing and anti-rape laws.
She said that the Government of Punjab also passed an important law for women protection. She said that the government has been trying to empower vulnerable women through Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and Prime Minister Youth Loans Scheme. She said for women empowerment, it is necessary that every home should empower women so that they can play effective role in nation building.
Marriyum said it is collective responsibility of society to protect vulnerable and weak segments and ensure protection to their fundamental rights. She requested all political parties to avoid doing politics on issues relating to women and children, as it is not a healthy trend for society.
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