Smita Thackeray and Ruma Devi Unite to Empower Women of Maharashtra

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 16: During the grand Rumayana Festival held at the Mukkti Cultural Hub in Andheri, Mumbai, renowned social entrepreneur and founder of the Mukkti Foundation, Smt. Smita Thackeray, met with Nari Shakti Puraskar awardee and traditional handicraft fashion designer, Ruma Devi. The festival, a celebration of India’s epic heritage through art, culture, and [...]

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Smita Thackeray and Ruma Devi Unite to Empower Women of Maharashtra

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 16: During the grand Rumayana Festival held at the Mukkti Cultural Hub in Andheri, Mumbai, renowned social entrepreneur and founder of the Mukkti Foundation, Smt. Smita Thackeray, met with Nari Shakti Puraskar awardee and traditional handicraft fashion designer, Ruma Devi. The festival, a celebration of India’s epic heritage through art, culture, and performances, provided the perfect setting for the duo to discuss a transformative initiative for women’s empowerment in Maharashtra.

Speaking at the event, Smita Thackeray said, “The Rumayana Festival is a tribute to our cultural heritage and the values it imparts. Women empowerment has always been a core pillar of the Mukkti Foundation. This is why I felt a deep connection to Ruma Devi’s mission and decided to join hands to extend her impactful work to Maharashtra. By providing the necessary infrastructure, we can create meaningful opportunities for skill development while preserving our cultural traditions.”

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