Two days after International Women's Day, Maharashtra deputy chief minister Sunetra Pawar, who delivered her maiden speech on the floor of the state assembly on Tuesday, announcing an initiative for women working with the state government: come early and go early.
After the tragic demise of her husband, Ajit Pawar, Sunetra Pawar had taken over the reins of the party as its national president. During her maiden speech, which was appreciated in the corridors of power, she broke down while remembering her husband.
Sunetra Pawar said the Maharashtra government has started various schemes for women's development and welfare. "I, as DCM of Maharashtra, wish to announce another relief gift to the women of Maharashtra who are working with the state government in Mumbai. The state government is committed to giving dignity and respect to women, along with their welfare. In Mumbai, we have seen that life is quite fast and hectic, while for women, it's more so because they have to not only take care of their family, but also do their official work on time. It's really tough to maintain this balance. Therefore, they come late to work and leave late also. But we in the government can make their life a little easier with the initiative of coming early and going early," Sunetra Pawar said.
She said that if the office time is from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, then women employees can come at 9.00 am and leave at 5.00 pm. "This move will give big relief to our sisters and daughters who are working in Mumbai. We have to empower women through various initiatives. Our inspirations are Masaheb Jijau, the mother of Chhatrapati Shivaji, Savitri Bai Phule and Ahilya Bai Holkar," she said.
"In state politics, I am new, but I decided to be a silent observer and learn as many things as possible. I also appeal to the state and central government to look positively at issues relating to farmers and women," the NCP leader added.