Telugu TV Channel TV9 organised Naveena Mahila contest for the year 2010-11 in which famous social activist Nanditha Das participated as the Chief Guest. This contest was meant for the women who were actively involved in social work and for the struggle they made for the cause of the people.
In this contest women are given an opportunity to highlight their problems and to present the stand they have taken for particular public cause. Public opinion was mustered in some cases by highlighting a few controversial issues.
The first prize was given to Swrada Devi of Visakhapatnam. She belongs to fishermen’s category. She struggled against he use of mechanized boats. The second prize was bagged by Chnchu women who struggled against exploitation due to illiteracy.
Third prize was awarded to Kathi Bojjanima who is a victim of paralysis. She continued her journey without caring for handicapped physical position and initiated to help the other handicapped persons. Ms. Nanditha Das said that she was very much impressed by the struggle of these women.
—–Siasat News