Better healthcare, women's education holds the key to overall societal development: Delhi CM

Emphasizing women's critical role in all walks of life, she asked them to pay importance to their health and well-being. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday stated the healthcare system in the city must be improved and education for women must be given importance as both are essential for constructing a progressive and liberal society.

Addressing an Equality Walkathon hosted by Fortis Hospital Shalimar Bagh on International Women's Day, she reaffirmed the government's pledge to the 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' campaign, reiterating that education and healthcare were the way forward for empowering women and driving overall growth of society.

"Delhi needs to be the most advanced health center in the nation. All citizens must receive easy medical facilities, and nobody must be denied the right treatment," she said. Emphasizing women's crucial roles in all walks of life, she encouraged them to take care of their health and well-being. "Let us together create a future where gender equality is not only an aspiration but a way of life," she added.

The walkathon, in which approximately 400 individuals participated, was to raise awareness about gender equality and equal opportunities for women. The event, with the theme 'Accelerate Action for Gender Equality', included banners and placards supporting women's rights.

A 'Women's Empowerment Programme' was also organized, with a panel discussion between doctors on women's health issues, equality at the workplace, and inclusive growth. Dr Ashutosh Raghuvanshi, chief executive officer and managing director, Fortis Healthcare, underlined the importance of the role of women in healthcare, stressing that there is a need for inclusive and equitable workplace.

"Women bring skills, compassion and creativity to the delivery of patient care. However, they still face special health issues and system obstacles at work," he added