Bengaluru, Jan. 26 -- On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, Karnataka Governor, Thaawar Chand Gehlot, highlighted the State Government's landmark initiatives aimed at women's safety, social welfare, and financial empowerment.
The Governor announced that Bengaluru has secured the top rank in the country in terms of women's safety, reflecting sustained efforts in law enforcement, public awareness campaigns, and community engagement.
In a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, Karnataka has introduced paid menstrual leave of 12 days annually for women workers, aimed at promoting workplace inclusivity and gender-sensitive policies. The state has also established 'Akka' task forces implementing more than 25 initiatives to strengthen women'...