`Int'l Women's Day' To Be Observed On March 8
Fahad Shabbir (@FahadShabbir) Published February 27, 2017 | 11:15 AM
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 27th Feb, 2017 ) : Like other countries of the world, `International Women's Day' will be observed in the country on March 8, to promote and protect women rights with a commitment.
According to a report aired by a private news channel, the motive behind observing this day is to provide information to the people about women rights and highlight their importance in the society.
The theme for International Women's Day, March 8, 2017, focuses on "Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50-50 by 2030". The government departments are working for protection of women rights and legislation to provide women with a more secure working environment in the country.
The first International Women's Day was observed on February 28, 1909 in the United States, following a declaration by the Socialist Party of America.
Among other relevant historic events, it came to commemorate the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire.
The idea of having an international women's day was first put forward at the turn of the 20th century amid rapid industrialization and economic expansion that led to protests over working conditions.
The day is also commemorated at the United Nations level and is designated in many countries as a national holiday. When women from all the continents, with ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political differences, come together to celebrate their Day, they can look back to a tradition that represents at least nine decades of struggle for equality, justice, peace and development.
APP/mon/mtd/anm
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Saka and Odegaard start for Arsenal, Guerreiro in Bayern midfield
Qatar PM says re-evaluating Israel-Hamas mediation role
Govt spokesperson terms allegations of PTI's Marwat against Saudi Arabia 'heinou ..
Minister appreciate UAE’s support for Pakistan economic challenges
Manchester City v Real Madrid Champions League starting line-ups
MIGA's support Pakistan in attracting foreign investments: Federal Minister for ..
Walker returns to captain Man City for Real Madrid clash
Action taken against price list violations in Khanewal district
DC chairs review meeting of DEG
Turkey accuses Israel's Netanyahu of using war 'to stay in power'
Pakistan ranked 5th most vulnerable country to climate change. Tirmizi
Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round
More Stories From Pakistan
-
Govt spokesperson terms allegations of PTI's Marwat against Saudi Arabia 'heinous attempt'
7 hours ago -
Action taken against price list violations in Khanewal district
7 hours ago -
DC chairs review meeting of DEG
7 hours ago -
Govt to ensure timely water supply in backward areas of Sindh: Jam Shoro
8 hours ago -
Bilawal condemns attack on PPP candidate in Bajaur
7 hours ago -
PRCS observed World Hemophilia Day
7 hours ago
-
Rain forecast across Kashmir on April 18th-19th
7 hours ago -
Local trader killed after abduction
7 hours ago -
Commissioner Karachi chairs meeting on civic problems
8 hours ago -
Blind murder traced, 5 including constable arrested
8 hours ago -
Sindh govt to introduce non-formal education system to facilitate 2 million out of school children
9 hours ago -
Mayor Karachi imposes rain emergency in view of rain forecast: COO KWSC
9 hours ago