National Women's Day in India is annually celebrated on February 13 to commemorate Sarojini Naidu's legacy, affectionately referred to as the Nightingale of India. National Women's Day in 2025 will fall on Thursday, February 13. The day recognizes the role of women and the significance of empowering women.
Celebrations and Activities
National Women's Day commemorates the courage and contribution of women in India. It is a day to celebrate the courage, success, and contribution of women worldwide and is committed to acknowledging their strength, resilience, and unshakeable spirit in building society.
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National vs. International Women's Day
In India, National Women's Day is commemorated on February 13, the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu. International Women's Day is celebrated on March 8 globally. The theme for International Women's Day 2025 is "For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment."
National Women’s Day 2025 Wishes
- "Here’s to strong women: May we know them, may we be them, and may we raise them. Happy National Women’s Day".
- "Happy National Women’s Day to all the phenomenal women who make the world a better place with their kindness, compassion and resilience".
- "On this National Women’s Day, let’s honour the extraordinary women who have paved the way for progress and equality. Here’s to a future where every woman has the opportunity to thrive".
- "To the women who inspire us with their strength, wisdom and grace: Happy National Women’s Day. Your contributions to our lives and society are immeasurable".
- "Here’s to the women who lift each other, support one another and empower those around them. Happy National Women’s Day".
- "Happy National Women's Day! Life would not have been possible with you. I am what I am because of you".
- "She is a Dreamer, she is a believer, she is a doer, she is an achiever, and that she is “You”. Happy Women’s Day".
- "Wishing all the incredible women a day filled with love, joy, and appreciation".
- "Empowered women empower the world!"
- "Happy National Women’s Day! Celebrating the strength, wisdom, and grace of every woman".
- "Wishing all the incredible women a day filled with love, joy, and appreciation. Happy Women’s Day!"
- "She leads, she inspires, she conquers! Happy Women’s Day to all the phenomenal women!"
- "Here’s to strong women – may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them! Happy Women’s Day!"
- "Happy National Women’s Day! Your strength and determination make the world a better place".
- "To all the fearless women, keep shining and inspiring! Wishing you a wonderful Women’s Day!"
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National Women’s Day 2025 Quotes
- “We want deeper sincerity of motive, a greater courage in speech and earnestness in action".
- “A country’s greatness lies in its undying ideals of love and sacrifice that inspire the mothers of the race".
- “When there is oppression, the only self-respecting thing is to rise and say this shall cease today because my right is justice. If you are stronger, you have to help the weaker boy or girl both in play and in the work".
- “Till ye have battled with great grief and fears/And borne the conflict of dream-shattering years/Wounded with fierce desire and worn with strife/Children, ye have not lived: for this is life".
- “Life is a song, sing it. Life is a game, play it. Life is a challenge, meet it. Life is a dream, realize it. Life is a sacrifice, offer it. Life is love, enjoy it".
- “There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.” — Michelle Obama
- “A strong woman looks a challenge in the eye and gives it a wink.” — Gina Carey
- “She wasn’t looking for a knight, she was looking for a sword.” — Atticus
- “Well-behaved women rarely make history.” — Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
- “A woman is like a tea bag—you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
- “The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.” — Coco Chanel
- “You don’t have to play masculine to be a strong woman.” — Mary Elizabeth Winstead
- “Feminism isn’t about making women stronger. Women are already strong.” — G.D. Anderson
- “There is nothing stronger than a broken woman who has rebuilt herself.” — Hannah Gadsby
- “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
Women's Rights in India: A Historical Overview
National Women’s Day serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for gender equality and the need to empower women to make independent choices and lead their lives with confidence. National Women’s Day specifically acknowledges the diverse experiences and aspirations of Indian women, striving for their representation across all spheres of society.
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