Bhubaneswar, March 28 -- Women have immense inner strength which if harnessed at the right time and right place will help them achieve self-accomplishment, said former Bollywood actor Meenakshi Seshadri at an event in Bhubaneswar on Thursday.

Speaking at the third Swayam Siddha Samman jointly organised by Race Foundation and Sambad Digital, Seshadri hailed the rich culture of Odissi dance and heritage and said women must strive to carve their own paths. No matter how difficult the journey gets, women should aim to keep going and create their unique identities, she said while felicitating 30 women.

Race Foundation founder Rashmi Sahoo, who attended the event as guest of honour, encouraged women leaders and social acitivists. Sambad Group...