Politicians pay tribute to women on International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (IWD) is being observed today worldwide including in Pakistan to honor the achievements of women in various fields of life.

This year’s theme of the day is “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”. Various ceremonies are scheduled to be held countrywide to highlight the importance of the day.

Addressing the event in Islamabad in connection with women day, PM Imran Khan underlined the need for women education to take forward the country.

“This fight was also important for protection of rights of weak segments of the society including women,” he said.

PM Khan said the incumbent government has worked wholeheartedly for the empowerment of women folk and underlined the need for women education to take forward the country.

Political figures including PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif, PPP leader Sherry Rehman and other notable personalities paid tribute to women on International Women’s Day.

“A special thanks to women today for their services & contributions. From Marie Curie to Fatima Jinnah, the female icons charted a way forward & proved their mettle in every field of life,” wrote Shehbaz Sharif in a tweet.

A special thanks to women today for their services & contributions. From Marie Curie to Fatima Jinnah, the female icons charted a way forward & proved their mettle in every field of life.

— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) March 8, 2022

Never lose hope, never stop fighting! Don’t stop marching for rights.#Internationalwomensday Mubarak! pic.twitter.com/cGeDbdb6V8

— SenatorSherryRehman (@sherryrehman) March 8, 2022

“You are the nourishing power of the Universe, You make it come alive, more colorful & inspirational. Being a father of 5 wonderful girls, I can proudly say women have the strength to move the world,” the veteran all-rounder Shahid Afridi wrote.

You are the nourishing power of the Universe, You make it come alive, more colorful & inspirational. Being a father of 5 wonderful girls, I can proudly say women have the strength to move the world; lets celebrate them everyday & support them to #BreakTheBias. Happy #WomensDay! pic.twitter.com/Y2SxC8o1kV

— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) March 8, 2022

You defy stereotypes and make inspiring role models. We celebrate you this #WomensDay and every day!

Happy Women’s Day to our superstars. pic.twitter.com/WFkCVGINo4

— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) March 8, 2022

“No nation can rise to the height of glory unless your women are side by side with you”
~Muhammad Ali Jinnah#WomensDay #womenempowerment pic.twitter.com/fBjbjbec0w

— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) March 8, 2022