♦ National Women’s Day is observed annually on February 13 stands as a vibrant tribute to the multifaceted accomplishments of women across cultural, social, political and economic spheres. The celebration finds its roots in the birthday of Sarojini Naidu, a luminary figure in Indian history. Sarojini Naidu's was born on February 13, 1879, in Hyderabad. She became the first Indian woman President of the Indian National Congress in 1925 and later the first woman Governor of United Provinces (now Uttar Pradesh) in 1947.
♦ Notably, she made history as India’s first female governor, leading Uttar Pradesh after independence. She strongly advocated for women’s education and political participation, inspiring generations.