Where Women Rise, Change Begins

Tapash Roy,Kolkata, March 5, : In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, Annantaa, a pioneering mental and emotional wellness centre, hosted a meaningful gathering that brought together inspiring women changemakers from diverse spheres of society, creating a platform that celebrated vision, leadership and purpose beyond professional boundaries while recognising the journeys and contributions of women who continue to shape stronger, more conscious and resilient communities. The event was graced by an eminent group of women leaders and professionals including Dr. Arundhati Sarkar, MRA Nandini Bhattacharjee, Ms Monalisa Mukherji, Dr. Amrita Panda, Mansi Sanghvi Bhayani, Sumitra Paul Bakshi, Ms Nandini Gupta and Ms Paromita Ghosh, whose presence reflected strength, dedication and impact across fields such as psychology, entrepreneurship, social advocacy, creative industries and community leadership, adding depth and significance to the celebration. Rooted in its philosophy of holistic growth and well-being, Annantaa curated the occasion as a space for voices that inspire transformation through empathy, awareness and humane leadership, highlighting how emotional intelligence, mental resilience and purpose-driven action form the foundation of progress not only in the domain of mental health but across education, enterprise, social development and community engagement. Speaking on the occasion, Madhuri Sarda, Founder and Counselling Psychologist of Annantaa, said that the celebration was a tribute to women who lead with courage, empathy and inner strength irrespective of their profession, adding that true leadership begins within and emotionally empowered women create waves of positive transformation wherever they go. Vidhi Bansal, Co-Founder and Psychotherapist at Annantaa, shared that International Women’s Day is not only about recognition but also reflection and responsibility, and by honouring women from different walks of life the initiative aimed to highlight that emotional well-being, resilience and self-awareness are universal strengths that help women realise their fullest potential when they feel seen, supported and aligned with their purpose. Concluding the observance on a thoughtful note, the celebration echoed the deeper philosophy of “Give to Gain”, reinforcing the belief that progress grows from generosity of thought, empathy, time and shared wisdom, and by creating a space that honoured diverse journeys and collective strength, Annantaa reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing conscious leadership and meaningful growth while reminding that when women uplift one another and lead with awareness, the benefits extend far beyond individuals to enrich communities and society as a whole.