Bangladesh, March 8 -- President Mohammed Shahabuddin today stressed on ensuring women's safety both at home and outside the home to fully realise the benefits of policies adopted for women's development and prosperity.

"Let today's pledge be that women and girls will no longer be victims of neglect, violence and discrimination, and that they will enjoy equal opportunities and dignity everywhere," he said.

The President was addressing the International Women's Day-2026 celebration and the Best Indomitable Women Award ceremony at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium here.

Expressing his commitment to building a liveable Bangladesh, the President said he envisioned a country where every woman grows up in a safe environment, becomes self-relian...