New Delhi, March 7 -- Women are destined to play a leading role in India's journey towards becoming a developed nation, said Chetan Sharma, Additional Solicitor General of India, while addressing a conference titled "Celebrating Women Leadership" in the national capital on Saturday.

The event was organised by the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Society of Indian Law Firms, a day ahead of International Women's Day.

Speaking as the Chief Guest, Sharma emphasised that India is witnessing a rapid transformation and women are naturally placed to occupy prominent leadership positions in the country's mission of building a "Viksit Bharat."

Highlighting the cultural significance of women in Indian society, he said t...