{"id":76292,"date":"2023-03-08T12:03:46","date_gmt":"2023-03-08T06:33:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/?p=76292"},"modified":"2023-03-08T12:03:46","modified_gmt":"2023-03-08T06:33:46","slug":"international-womens-day-firsts-by-women-who-have-made-india-proud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/international-womens-day-firsts-by-women-who-have-made-india-proud\/","title":{"rendered":"International Women\u2019s Day 2023: 13 \u2018Firsts\u2019 By Indian Women"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201cThere is no force more powerful than a woman determined to rise.\u201d \u2013W.E.B. Dubois.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the name suggests, \u2018International Women\u2019s Day\u2019 is a global event that not only celebrates the social, political, economic and cultural achievements of women but highlights grave concerns like gender inequality, reproductive rights and violence against women. As every year, International Women\u2019s Day 2023 will be celebrated on 8th March 2023, Wednesday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Purpose of Women\u2019s Day<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The idea of celebrating this day was first planted by Clara Zetkin, a communist activist and women\u2019s rights advocate. For the first time, International Women\u2019s Day was celebrated in 1911 in Austria, Germany, Denmark and Switzerland. But it was in 1975, that the United Nations officially set the celebration date. The colours- purple, green and white signify the celebrations according to the International Women\u2019s Day website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many countries around the world celebrate International Women\u2019s Day in different ways. Most businesses offer special or discounted deals for Women. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, travel companies such as Akbar Travels offer exclusive deals on flight tickets<\/a>, hotel bookings<\/a>, visa services<\/a>, etc. Many lifestyle outlets offer deals on clothes, fashion etc. Every establishment comes up with their own special campaigns to make women feel special. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

International Women\u2019s Day 2023 Theme<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The UN’s theme for International Women\u2019s Day 2023 is \u2018DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality\u2019<\/a>. This theme aims to acknowledge and applaud the contribution of women in the fields of technology and online education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the time we reflect upon the contributions made by Indian women from all walks of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For International Women\u2019s Day 2023, remembering the many Indian women who have made India proud globally:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. Gita Gopinath<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"International<\/a>
Gita Gopinath – The Fiscal Scholar
Image Credit: Deccan Chronicle<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Originally from Kerala, Gita Gopinath became the first woman to assume the position of Chief Economist<\/strong> at the International Monetary Fund (IMF). She is the first woman and only the second Indian to have got this position. One of the top women achievers in India, she is also the co-director of the International Finance and Macroeconomics program at the National Bureau of Economic Research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Hima Das<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hima Das- The Dhing Express
Image Credit: The Hindu Business Line<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Belonging to the Dhing Town in Assam, Hima Das is one of the most inspirational females in India. She holds to her name the record as the First Indian Athlete<\/strong> to win gold at the IAAF World U20 Championships in 2018. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fun Fact: In 2019, Hima won 5 gold medals in 20 days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Mary Kom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"International<\/a>
Mary Kom- Ms Knock Out
Image Credit: The Economic Times<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mary Kom is one of the most exceptional female role models India has ever seen. She is the only Indian Olympic Boxer<\/strong> to grab the No.1 position in<\/strong> the International Boxing Association<\/strong> after becoming World Amateur Boxing Champion for a record 6 times. Mary also holds the world record for winning a medal in all seven World Championships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Avani Chaturvedi<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"International<\/a>
Avani Chaturvedi- Sky Warrior
Image Credit: Indian Express\/ IAF Twitter<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Avani Chaturvedi\u2019s name will go down in history as one of the most powerful ladies in Indian history. A young Air Force officer, Avani became the First Indian Woman Fighter Pilot to fly the \u2018MiG-21 Bison\u2019 solo<\/strong>, an aircraft known for its highest landing and take-off spread in the world. By making a mark in a male-dominated field Avani has truly made India proud. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Mithali Raj<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"International<\/a>
Mithali Raj- Lady Tendulkar
Image Credit: Hindustan Times<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mithali Raj is one of the most famous Indian female role models of today\u2019s age. Throughout her career, Mithali has made several achievements and records. Talking about her firsts she is,<\/p>\n\n\n\n