On 8th March 500 women from REAP's Self Help Groups (SHG's) from
Ghatkopar area came out in large numbers to celebrate Women's Day.An impressive rally began from Ghatkopar Station, Mumbai and wound its
way to the crowded market area where it culminated in a street show with
a big stage right in the middle of the market.
The rally was accompanied with the beat of drums and their own women leading with the 'legim' dressed in colourful traditional sarees. The road show was a delight with women putting up a variety of entertainment skits, dancing and song. With celebrations through the night, the entire experience was one of of unity and solidarity. Many local municipal corporations were present and lent their support to make it a success. Similar celebrations were held in Kalwa, Kalyan and Dolkhamb, Shahapur Taluka.
The pictures say it all:
The rally was accompanied with the beat of drums and their own women leading with the 'legim' dressed in colourful traditional sarees. The road show was a delight with women putting up a variety of entertainment skits, dancing and song. With celebrations through the night, the entire experience was one of of unity and solidarity. Many local municipal corporations were present and lent their support to make it a success. Similar celebrations were held in Kalwa, Kalyan and Dolkhamb, Shahapur Taluka.
The pictures say it all:
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