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Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi (HB/MS)
Udupi, Jan 15: "Woman has great power and she can win the world, when she realizes her inner potential," said Dr Veena Bannanje at the grand valedictory ceremony of 'Power Parba '18' exhibition, that concluded on Saturday January 13, at open theatre ground, Beedinagudde.
This event was organized by Platform of Women Entrepreneurs (POWER).
Dr Veena further said, "Woman is more powerful and independent than man. She has the ability to live by herself. Hence society is trying to control her, though it knows the power of the woman. She must grow internally. Only then, she can face harassment and will be able to achieve something in life. When men and women live equally, without any gender discrimination, a good society will be built.
"Women have grown upto such a level that they have even become astonauts. They are successful in business also. At the same time, women should not give up Indian culture and rich heritage. They must conduct their business free of frauds. There is Indian culture behind the 'Make in India' concept which is being executed by prime minister Narendra Modi."
As part of the event, a drawing and painting competition was organised for children in the age group of 8-10 years and 11-14 years on Saturday January 13. Prizes were distributed to the winners during the valedictory function.
Though the valedictory function was held on the 13th, The exhibition continued on Sunday January 14 also, as per the schedule. It received good response from the public. Separate veg and non veg food counters were arranged at the venue. Homemade special products were also exhibited at this mega event.
Yajna Shetty, actress, Ramamanand Nayak, joint director of Udupi district industrial center, Andaru Devi Prasad Shetty, member, FKCCI management committee, Manjunathayya, CMC Commissioner were the chief guests present on the occasion.
Dr Gayathri R, president, POWER and organising chairperson of the event welcomed the gathering. Pushpa G Rao, organising secretary of the exhibition delivered the keynote address. Dr Smitha Rajaneesh, secretary and Suguna Suvarna, treasurer were present.
Rashmi Vijayendra, chairperson, exhibitors and Divyarani compered the programme.