Shimla, March 8 – SJVN celebrated International Women’s Day 2025 in Shimla with a powerful message: “Accelerate Action”—a global push for swift and decisive steps toward gender equality.
The event saw the participation of 200 women, including employees and SJVN Ladies Club members.
Voices of Change
SJVN Director (Personnel) Ajay Kumar Sharma emphasized that empowering women isn’t just policy—it’s the company’s driving force.
“A diverse and inclusive workplace fuels our collective success,” he said, calling for concrete action on gender parity.
Trailblazers Share Their Stories
ADGP Satwant Atwal and Dr. Puja Negi Rajta (IGMC Shimla) delivered inspiring talks.
Atwal, a pioneer in law enforcement, stated, “Breaking barriers is tough, but with grit and support, women can excel anywhere.”
Dr. Rajta stressed, “Real empowerment begins with equal opportunities to learn, lead, and contribute.”
Women Leaders at SJVN Speak Up
A panel of senior women executives—Mamta Katoch, Surekha Rao, Meenu Singh, and Neena Chauhan—shared insights on leadership, workplace inclusivity, and breaking stereotypes, in a discussion led by Dr. Vandana Bagharia (Sr. Mgr, HR).
A Pledge for Progress
The event ended with a strong commitment to gender equality, with SJVN reaffirming its role in driving real, measurable change.
With #AccelerateAction as its mantra, SJVN sends a clear message: The time for talk is over—now is the time to act.
