**Executive Summary**
This document details the "Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat" event held on March 8, 2026, at Kartavya Path, New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, the walk celebrated International Women's Day 2026, highlighting the role of women in shaping a progressive and inclusive India. Over 3,000 women from diverse sectors participated in this event.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Event Details and Purpose**
* **Event:** Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat
* **Date:** March 8, 2026
* **Location:** Kartavya Path, New Delhi
* **Purpose:** To celebrate International Women's Day 2026 and mark the spirit of "Nari Shakti," highlighting the key role of women in shaping a progressive and inclusive Bharat.
**Participation and Scale**
* **Participants:** Over 3,000 women from 200+ Ministries, Departments, and Organisations.
* **Representation:** Included women from the Armed Forces, police, healthcare, media, sports, education, sanitation, aviation, industry, government institutions, ANM service providers, drivers, teachers, locomotive drivers, My Bharat volunteers, field functionaries, and entrepreneurs.
**Event Program and Highlights**
* **Theme:** #SheLeadsBharat
* **Route:** Approximately 2-kilometre stretch from India Gate to Vijay Chowk.
* **Displays:** Installations showcased Government schemes and initiatives for women, and their achievements.
* **Cultural Performances:** Featured vibrant cultural performances representing the diversity of Indian states, including Dollu Kunitha (Karnataka), Kalaripayattu and Sringarimelam (Kerala), Ranchandi (Assam), and Ghoomar (Rajasthan).
* **Flagging Off:** Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi formally flagged off the walk.
* **Symbolism:** The walk symbolized strength, unity, and collective commitment towards empowering women, and their aspirations for Viksit Bharat 2047.
* **Conclusion:** The event concluded with the release of tricolour balloons bearing the message "Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat."
**Key Figures and Statements**
* **Organizing Ministry:** Ministry of Women and Child Development.
* **Guidance:** Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi and Minister of State Smt. Savitri Thakur.
* **Distinguished Attendees:** Chief Minister of Delhi Smt. Rekha Gupta, Minister of State Smt. Anupriya Patel, Chairperson of NCW Smt. Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar, and Secretary Shri Anil Malik.
* **Statements:**
* Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi: Emphasized the powerful message sent by the walk and highlighted the continuous efforts to empower women. Quoted the Prime Minister's vision: “यही समय है, सही समय है भारत का – यह भारत का अनमोल समय है।”
* Delhi CM Smt. Rekha Gupta: Stated "Nari Shakti is the Bhagya Vidhata of Bharat" and that women will contribute to the nation's progress.
**Impact Analysis**
**Participants (Over 3,000 women from diverse fields)**
* **Impact:** The event provided a platform to highlight their capabilities, achievements, and the crucial role they play in national development. It fostered a sense of unity and collective empowerment.
* **Action Required:** Continue to actively participate in initiatives that promote women's empowerment and contribute to societal progress.
**Ministry of Women and Child Development**
* **Impact:** Successfully organized a significant event to mark International Women's Day, reinforcing its commitment to women's empowerment and showcasing government initiatives.
* **Action Required:** Continue to lead and support programs aimed at advancing women's rights and opportunities.
**Government Institutions and Ministries (represented by participants)**
* **Impact:** Demonstrated institutional support for women's empowerment and recognized the contributions of women within these sectors.
* **Action Required:** Integrate gender equality and women's empowerment principles into policy and practice within their respective domains.
**The Nation**
* **Impact:** Received a powerful message about women's strength, unity, and potential to drive national progress towards Viksit Bharat 2047.
* **Action Required:** Foster an environment that supports women's leadership and participation across all sectors.
Key Entities Referenced
Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat: An event organized to celebrate International Women's Day, highlighting the role of women in shaping a progressive and inclusive India.
Ministry of Women and Child Development: The government ministry that organized the Shakti Walk event.
Kartavya Path: The location in New Delhi where the Shakti Walk was held.
International Women's Day: The occasion being celebrated by the Shakti Walk event.
Smt. Annpurna Devi: Union Minister for Women and Child Development who flagged off the Shakti Walk.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
‘Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat’ held at Kartavya
Path to Celebrate International Women’s Day
2026
Women participants from diverse fields walk together under
the theme #SheLeadsBharat, highlighting the key role of
women in shaping a progressive and inclusive Bharat
Over 3,000 women from 200+ Ministries and diverse sectors
march from India Gate to Vijay Chowk, symbolizing unity and
empowerment
Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi flags off the walk
celebrating the spirit of Nari Shakti and the pivotal role of
women in shaping a progressive Bharat
“Beginning the International Women’s Day celebrations with
the Shakti Walk sends a powerful message across the
nation”: Smt. Annpurna Devi
“Nari Shakti is the Bhagya Vidhata of Bharat”: Delhi CM Smt.
Rekha Gupta
Posted On: 08 MAR 2026 7:28PM by PIB Delhi
The Ministry of Women and Child Development today organised “Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat” at
Kartavya Path, New Delhi to mark International Women’s Day 2026. The Shakti Walk celebrated the spirit
of Nari Shakti and highlighted the key role of women in shaping a progressive and inclusive Bharat.The event was organised under the guidance of the Union Minister for Women and Child Development
Smt. Annpurna Devi and Minister of State in the Ministry of Women and Child Development Smt. Savitri
Thakur. The walk witnessed the august presence of Chief Minister of Delhi Smt. Rekha Gupta and
Minister of State in the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Smt. Anupriya Patel.
The programme was also attended by Smt. Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar, Chairperson, National Commission
for Women (NCW) and Shri Anil Malik, Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development along
with women officers, officials and field functionaries from diverse sectors.
Observed globally on 8 March, International Women’s Day celebrates the achievements and leadership of
women across all spheres of life while reaffirming the collective commitment towards gender equality,
safety, dignity and empowerment.
The event commenced at Kartavya Path, India Gate, with a rendition of the national song Vande Mataram,
setting a patriotic tone for the occasion. Dignitaries, participants, and attendees gathered to mark the
beginning of the programme. Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi then formally flagged off the Shakti
Walk. The walk symbolized strength, unity, and collective commitment towards empowering women.
Participants enthusiastically joined the walk, reflecting the spirit and purpose of the initiative.The walk covered an approximate 2-kilometre stretch from India Gate to Vijay Chowk along Kartavya
Path. Installations showcasing key Government schemes and initiatives for women, along with major
achievements of women across diverse sectors, were displayed along the route. The event also featured
vibrant cultural performances showcasing the rich cultural diversity and strength of women across India.
These included Dollu Kunitha from Karnataka, Kalaripayattu and Sringarimelam from Kerala, Ranchandi
from Assam, and Ghoomar from Rajasthan, each reflecting the unique cultural heritage of their respective
states.
Over 3,000 women from around 200 Ministries, Departments, and Organisations participated in the event.
The participants included representatives from the Armed Forces, police, healthcare sector, media, sports,
education, sanitation, aviation, industry, and government institutions, along with ANM service providers,
women drivers of Bharat Taxi Saarthis, teachers, locomotive drivers, My Bharat volunteers, field
functionaries, and women entrepreneurs.
Their participation transformed Kartavya Path into a vibrant celebration of Nari Shakti, reflecting the
collective spirit of women marching towards the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.Addressing the gathering, Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smt. Annpurna Devi stated
that beginning the International Women’s Day celebrations with the Shakti Walk sends a powerful
message across the nation.
She said that women today are demonstrating their capabilities across every sector, and highlighted the
continuous efforts of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in recognising the strength of the
women, daughters and sisters of Bharat and empowering them to lead India’s development journey.
Quoting the Prime Minister’s vision, she remarked:
“यही समय ह,ै सही समय ह ैभारत का — यह भारत का अनमोल समय ह।ै ”
“Addressing the participants at the conclusion of the walk, Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta said
that “Nari Shakti is the Bhagya Vidhata of Bharat.” She added that the women of India, under the
leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, will continue to contribute to the nation’s progress and
give it new direction.
She further said that the Shakti Walk at Kartavya Path symbolises the collective resolve of women to
contribute not only to their own growth but also to the progress of society and the nation.
The event concluded with the release of tricolour balloons carrying the message “Shakti Walk
#SheLeadsBharat” by dignitaries and women participants at Vijay Chowk, symbolising the rising
aspirations and limitless potential of the women of Bharat.
अंतराष्ट्रीय महला दवस के अवसर पर कतव्य पथ, नई दी म आयोजत ‘श वॉक’ म नारी श
क इस ेरक सहभागता न े यह संदश दया क जब महलाएँ आगे बढ़ती ह, तो राष्ट्र भी नई ऊँचाइय क
ओर अग्रसर होता ह।
सभी दशवासय को अंतराष्ट्रीय महला दवस क हादक बधाई और… pic.twitter.com/aUyOm1
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— Annpurna Devi (@Annapurna4BJP) March 8, 2026
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