AdtU Celebrates Women Leaders on International Women’s Day in Guwahati
Assam Down Town University (AdtU) in Guwahati celebrated International Women’s Day 2026 on March 7 by honouring a group of self-made women whose work has made meaningful contributions to society.
The event, held at the university campus in Panikhaiti on the outskirts of Guwahati, recognised women achievers from various sectors, including public service, entrepreneurship, community development, literature, grassroots welfare, and sports.
Assam Down Town University in Guwahati celebrated International Women’s Day 2026 by honouring women achievers from different fields such as entrepreneurship, public service, literature, and sports. The event recognised individuals whose work has contributed to community development and social change.
Women from Diverse Fields Honoured
During the programme, AdtU acknowledged the achievements of women who have made an impact through their work and leadership in their respective fields.
The honourees included:
- Purabi Saikia Mahanta (Mangaldoi) – Creative Entrepreneur
- Tulika Gogoi Swargiary (Chandrapur) – Entrepreneur & Community Leader
- Monimala Rabha (Morigaon) – Anganwadi Worker
- Bijoya Das (Hatigaon, Guwahati) – Inspector, Assam Police
- Jumti Kakoti (Milanpur) – Food Entrepreneur
- Mommy Nath (Morigaon) – Entrepreneur, Social Worker & Assamese Author
- Mitali Upadhaya (Kalapahar, Guwahati) – Martial Artist
Their stories were highlighted as examples of perseverance, leadership, and commitment to social progress.
Celebrating Women’s Contributions to Society
Organisers said the event aimed to recognise the contributions of women who are driving positive change in their communities.
Speakers at the programme emphasised that recognising such achievements helps inspire young students and professionals to pursue their goals while contributing to society.
The celebration also served as a platform to highlight the important role women play in social development, public service, and entrepreneurship.
AdtU’s Role in Promoting Social Awareness
Located in Guwahati, Assam Downtown University regularly hosts events focused on education, social awareness, and community engagement.
Programmes like the Women’s Day celebration are intended to encourage dialogue around gender equality, empowerment, and leadership.
Students, faculty members, and guests attended the event and interacted with the awardees, learning about their journeys and experiences.
Inspiring Future Generations
Through the celebration, the university reaffirmed its commitment to supporting and recognising women who contribute to society through courage, dedication, and leadership.
The organisers noted that such events also aim to motivate young women in Guwahati and across Assam to pursue leadership roles and community-driven initiatives.
What Happens Next
AdtU officials said the university will continue to organise programmes and initiatives that recognise social contributions and promote inclusive development.
Such events are expected to further strengthen conversations around women’s empowerment and leadership in Assam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where was the Women’s Day event organised?
The International Women’s Day celebration was organised at Assam Down Town University (AdtU) in Guwahati.
Q. Who were honoured during the event?
Women achievers from fields such as entrepreneurship, public service, literature, sports, and grassroots welfare were honoured during the programme.