Women Playing Vital Role In SOA’s Growth: Saswati Das

Bhubaneswar: Women have the capability of becoming the backbone of any system and they have been playing a vital role in the progress of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University, Ms. Saswati Das, Vice-President of SOA, said on Saturday.

“The contribution made by women employees of SOA has been enormous, and they have become examples through their diligence,” Ms. Das said while speaking at a program organised in the university to mark the International Women’s Day.

Citing the examples of Draupadi, Anusuya, Sita, Sabitri, Kuntala Kumari and Laxmibai in history, she said women are today providing leadership in different sectors in the country.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Manjula Das, Controller of Examination, said women were playing significant roles in different fields today while contributing to the success of men in equal measure.

The gathering was also addressed by Prof. (Dr.) Sanghamitra Mishra, Dean of IMS and SUM Hospital, Prof. Debahuti Mishra, Head of the Department of Computer Science of ITER, Prof. Meera Das and Prof. Anita Panda, both professors, Ms. Sunita Barma, Sports Officer and Ms. Honey Patnaik, Incharge of SOA Community Radio.

Women comprise around 55 per cent of SOA’s total student strength while the fair sex account for around 40 per cent of the university’s faculty and other employees.The program was also attended by Prof. (Dr.) Neeta Mohanty, Dean of Institute of Dental Sciences, professors, faculty members, women journalists and other employees of News7 and Prameya newspaper.

Ms. Saswati Das, Vice-President of Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University, emphasized the pivotal role women play in the institution’s progress. She highlighted their immense contribution and diligence, making them exemplary figures. Drawing parallels from history, she cited Draupadi, Anusuya, Sita, Sabitri, Kuntala Kumari, and Laxmibai as symbols of women’s leadership, who continue to inspire today.

Prof. Manjula Das, Controller of Examination, underscored the significant contributions of women across various fields, stressing their equal partnership in the success alongside men.

The event also featured insights from Prof. (Dr.) Sanghamitra Mishra, Dean of IMS and SUM Hospital, Prof. Debahuti Mishra, Head of the Department of Computer Science of ITER, Prof. Meera Das, Prof. Anita Panda, Ms. Sunita Barma, Sports Officer, and Ms. Honey Patnaik, Incharge of SOA Community Radio.

Women constitute approximately 55% of the university’s student body and about 40% of its faculty and staff. The program saw the participation of Prof. (Dr.) Neeta Mohanty, Dean of Institute of Dental Sciences, along with professors, faculty members, women journalists, and staff from News7 and Prameya newspaper.