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Yashasvini" Women Bike Expedition's reaches at Group Centre CRPF Sonipat

CRPF in collaboration with Ministry of Women and Child Development has organized this cross-country bike expedition to celebrate women power

Posted On: 17 OCT 2023 5:19PM by PIB Chandigarh

The Ministry of Women and Child Development, in a dynamic partnership with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), is thrilled to announce the arrival of the "Yashasvini" All Women Motorcycle Expedition 2023 at Group Centre CRPF Sonipat.

 

This extraordinary journey, undertaken by a formidable team of 50 Riders/Co-riders, kicked off in Srinagar on October 3, 2023, and reached at Group Centre CRPF Sonipat at 0200 hrs on October 15, 2023. The reception ceremony was graced by the illustrious presence of Smt. Babita Phogat, an Olympian of global repute, who proudly flagged in the expedition. Shri Mahender Kumar, DIGP, Range Sonipat, and Shri Komal Singh, DIGP, GC, CRPF Sonipat, added their distinguished aura to the momentous occasion.

The vibrant atmosphere was further enhanced by an enthralling cultural program presented by Kendriya Vidhyalaya CRPF Sonipat, creatively embracing the themes of "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" and "Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat." The Women Bikers, alongside the families residing in the Campus, were equally captivated by the breathtaking performance of the Women Pipe Band of CRPF.

The esteemed Chief Guest, Smt. Babita Phogat, shared a powerful message, stating, "Indian women represent our nation across numerous fields, and this Bike Rally has opened new doors toward women's empowerment." She further emphasized the significant strides made by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in advancing the cause of women's empowerment in the country.

 

The Ministry of Women and Child Development, in collaboration with the CRPF, continues to shine a beacon on "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" and celebrates the indomitable spirit of "Nari Shakti" with the "Yashasvini" CRPF Women Bike Expedition.

 

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