Rotary Club honours women for outstanding work
The Hindu
Rotary Club of Madurai honors women leaders in society with awards, speeches, and entrepreneurial showcase at Niralya event.
Rotary Club of Madurai Blossoms organised - Niralya, an event to celebrate women serving the society in various capacities, in Madurai on Tuesday.
Rotary Governor Raja Govindasamy presented the awards to academic R. Kanmani, medical professional Selvarani, advocate N. Krishnaveni, Bharatanatyam artiste Muruga Shankari and young ward councillor Lakshikka Velumani on the occasion.
The speakers hailed the awardees for their contributions to the society and hoped that other would follow their footsteps.
Women entrepreneurs were given space to exhibit their ware at the venue which served as a platform for shopping for a myriad of things under one roof.
Motivational speaker Parveen Sultana addressed the gathering. Akshadha Udayakumar, founder of Vallami Trust, and a charter member was honoured. Super Singer Season 8 title winner Krishaang presented a beautiful rendition of songs.
Club president MN Sumathi presided. Secretary Anita and treasurer Gowri addressed the gathering.
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