Municipal Corporation Chandigarh celebrates International Women’s Day and Holi in a unique event which celebrated the strength and commitment of women

* Event celebrated under the banner Chandigarh Ki Naari, Gandagi pe Bhaari*

* Women Safai Mitras, B&R workers, Toilet Cleaners were the Guests of Honor*

* Holi was played with organic colours made from floral waste from temples*

In an unique initiative, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh today celebrated Holi and International Women’s Day at Mahila Bhavan, with its female employees. Door to Door Garbage Collectors, B&R wing workers, Safai Mitras and Toilet Cleaners were made Guests of Honor for the event. It was heartening to hear them share their stories of courage and struggle from the stage.

Women from several walks of life like Principals of schools, NGOs and SHGs also participated in the event.

Several women workers were felicitated for their good work and dedication to the Swacch Bharat Mission, by Mayor Sh Anup Gupta.

Women Employees presented a skit on segregation of waste and MC employees performed gidda while girls from SHGs did a fashion show.

Municipal Corporation Chandigarh also introduced the concept of Swacch Holi where all the colors used were made of floral waste from temples.

The event was attend by Anup Gupta Mayor, Chandigarh,  Anindita Mitra IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Councillors and Officers of Municipal Corporation.