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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is set to inaugurate a two-day national conference on women’s empowerment at Tirupati’s Pancharatna Auditorium on September 14, 2025. Organized by the Committee on Empowerment of Women of Parliament and State/UT Legislatures, this is a landmark event that will gather over 100 delegates—including parliamentarians, lawmakers, state officials, technocrats, and social activists—to strategize on empowering women amid the country’s digital transformation.
Key Highlights: Themes and Participation
The central theme of the conference is “Empowering Women to Face Challenges of Emerging Technologies,” addressing opportunities and risks in domains such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, Robotics, Quantum Computing, Biotechnology, and Cybersecurity.
Senior leaders, including Andhra Pradesh Governor Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha Harivansh, and Women’s Empowerment Committee Chairperson D. Purandeswari, will address the inaugural session.
The platform will bring together representatives from the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and legislative bodies from all states and UTs, as well as prominent experts and stakeholders.
Sessions and Discussions
Delegates will explore the social, economic, and policy implications of India’s ongoing digital transition, specifically through the lens of gender equity and women’s inclusion.
Sessions will tackle the need to bridge the gender digital divide, enhance women's involvement in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine), and create new pathways for digital safety and financial empowerment.
Sub-themes under review include Gender Responsive Budgeting—which ensures national budgets actively foster women’s development—and Women-led Development for ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India).
Workshops, Exhibitions, and Collaborative Outcomes
The event includes workshops that provide practical insights for women’s digital literacy, entrepreneurship, leadership, and navigating the challenges posed by emerging technologies.
An exhibition showcasing digital innovations and welfare initiatives designed to support women’s safety and professional progress will also be inaugurated.
The conference is expected to culminate in declarations and actionable recommendations for strengthening women’s roles in technology, governance, and the knowledge economy.
Bridging Policy and Practice
State committees will share best practices, case studies, and lessons learned on effective policy interventions related to women’s health, education, digital access, and social protection.
There will be opportunities for delegates to network and form cross-state coalitions, aiming to replicate and scale successful models for women’s empowerment.
The forum serves as a platform for aligning national and state-level policy agendas to achieve sustainable, inclusive growth and social change.
Leadership and Broader Vision
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s leadership in convening such national conferences reflects a commitment to collaborative federalism, inspiring joint action for women’s advancement.
By emphasizing the intersection of gender and technology, the conference positions India at the frontier of global efforts to ensure women are not left behind in the new digital economy.
The valedictory session on September 15 will solidify the conference’s outcomes, with roadmaps for future policy and legislative action.
Conclusion
The Women’s Empowerment Conference in Tirupati—launched by Om Birla and national leaders—marks a pivotal step in India’s journey toward gender parity in the digital age. With a forward-looking agenda focused on technology, capacity-building, and collaborative policy-making, the event sets a new standard for women’s advancement in the era of transformation.
Sources: Deccan Chronicle, ANI News, The Week, Times of India
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