Rishikesh, March 10 -- The serene banks of the Ganges turned out to be a vibrant platform at the ongoing Yoga Festival in Rishikesh, where messages of women empowerment took centrestage on the second day.

At the Parmarth Niketan in Rishikesh, women yoga practitioners from India and abroad participated in the session, where conversations focused on raising awareness among women, along with the practice of yoga and meditation.

On this occasion, Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati, Director of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, opened up on women's rights and the importance of empowering women through yoga and meditation.

Speaking to ANI, she said, "I consider all of us very fortunate that we have been able to take part in the Yoga Festival in Rishikesh. We ...