Kerala has led the way for women-led development, says Meghwal
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal spoke at the Kerala High Court's platinum jubilee celebrations in Kochi on Sunday.
Union Minister of State for Law and Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal said on Sunday that Kerala has provided a model for women-led development in India. Speaking at the platinum jubilee anniversary celebrations of the Kerala High Court in Kochi, Meghwal noted that the institution's 70-year history has promoted principles of female empowerment.
According to the Hindustan Times, Meghwal highlighted the roles of Justice Anna Chandy, India's first woman High Court judge, and Justice M Fathima Beevi, the first woman Supreme Court judge. He stated that their achievements demonstrated how empowering women is essential to reaching sustainable development goals.
Kerala High Court Chief Justice Soumen Sen also addressed the event, noting that the court's history includes individuals who overcame gender barriers. Sen described Justice Anna Chandy's role as a landmark for women in the administration of justice.
The Chief Justice further mentioned that Justice M Fathima Beevi, who became the first woman Supreme Court judge in 1989, continued this historic progress. He said her career serves as a testament to professional excellence and merit regardless of gender.
Sen also cited the elevation of Justice K G Balakrishnan as the first Chief Justice of India from Kerala as a milestone for a more inclusive judiciary. He said such achievements reflect the constitutional promise of equality and equal opportunity.