, Dec. 9 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday distributed the Begum Rokeya Padak 2025 among four distinguished women in recognition of their contributions to women's education and rights, human rights and women's awakening.

The Chief Adviser handed over the awards at a ceremony held at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium.

The Ministry of Women and Children Affairs organised the programme, marking Begum Rokeya Day 2025, in observance of the 145th birth anniversary and the 93rd death anniversary of Begum Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain, a pioneering advocate of women's rights and education.

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Women and Children Affairs Adviser Sharmeen S. Murshid chaired the event,...