Uttarakhand CM Dhami appoints Saira Bano as Vice President of Uttarakhand Women's Commission

ANI April 2, 2025 156 views

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has appointed Saira Bano, a notable activist known for her Supreme Court battle against triple talaq, as Vice President of the state's Women's Commission. Bano gained national recognition in 2017 when she successfully challenged the practice of triple talaq, which subsequently led to legal reforms by the Modi government. Her appointment reflects the state government's commitment to women's empowerment and social justice. The move comes in the context of CM Dhami's recent praise for Prime Minister Modi's leadership and the state government's developmental vision.

"Your encouraging words inspire us to work with dedication day and night for public service" - Pushkar Singh Dhami
Dehradun, April 2: Uttarakhand government led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami appointed Saira Bano, a resident of Kashipur in Udham Singh Nagar, as the Vice President of the Uttarakhand Women's Commission.

Key Points

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Saira Bano fought against triple talaq in Supreme Court

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CM Dhami honors Modi's leadership in state governance

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Appointment highlights women's empowerment in Uttarakhand

Bano, a resident of Kashipur, came into limelight when she filed a writ in the Supreme Court against triple talaq in 2017.

The verdict by the Supreme Court was given in her favor in 2017 after which in 2018 the Modi government made a law on triple talaq and made a provision to send the accused to jail.

Earlier on April 1, CM Dhami expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of three years of good governance of the state government.

Taking to social media X, the CM in post wrote that it was due to PM Modi's leadership, guidance and special attachment towards Uttarakhand that the state could create new dimensions of development.

"On behalf of all the residents of the state, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the respected Prime Minister Shri @narendramodiji for his good wishes on the occasion of completion of three years of our government dedicated to service, good governance and development. As a result of your able leadership, guidance and special attachment towards Uttarakhand, our state is creating new dimensions of development. Realising the vision of a strong and prosperous Uttarakhand, we have taken concrete steps towards making the state self-reliant and strong in all areas, including education, employment, health, infrastructure, transport and tourism," the post read.

Further, the CM wrote that the state government was committed to making Uttarakhand the leading state of the country by imbibing the mantra of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas.'

"Our government is committed to make Uttarakhand the leading state of the country by imbibing the mantra of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas'. Your encouraging words inspire us to work with dedication day and night for public service," he wrote."Thank you Mr Prime Minister," the post further read.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
This is a great appointment! Saira Bano has shown real courage in fighting for women's rights. We need more strong voices like hers in positions of power 👏
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the appointment, I wish the article had mentioned more about her qualifications beyond the triple talaq case. What other work has she done for women's rights?
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Anjali M.
So proud to see women from smaller towns getting recognition! Kashipur represent! 💜 Hope she brings positive change for all women in Uttarakhand.
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Vikram P.
The triple talaq law was a landmark decision. Good to see someone who was part of that movement getting this position. Hope she continues fighting for gender justice.
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Sunita R.
I remember following her case in 2017. She's truly inspirational! Wishing her all the best in this new role. The Women's Commission needs more brave voices like hers.

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