Happy National Women's Day 2025: Celebrating Sarojini Naidu's Legacy And Women Empowerment (Image:X/ChownaMeinBJP)
Today, February 13, 2025, marks National Women’s Day in India, a celebration dedicated to promoting women’s empowerment, education, employment, entrepreneurship, and participation in politics.
This special day is observed on the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu, who is a pioneering figure in India’s independence movement, a renowned poet, and a champion of women’s rights.
On this day, we pay homage to Sarojini Naidu, a poet, freedom fighter, and leader who played a pivotal role in India’s independence movement. Her eloquence, resilience, and patriotism continue to inspire generations.
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Born in 1879 to Bengali parents in Hyderabad, Sarojini Naidu was a woman of many talents as she played a crucial role in India’s struggle for independence, was a devoted follower of Mahatma Gandhi, and became the first woman president of the Indian National Congress in 1925. Mahatma Gandhi sometimes called her Mirabai.
A famous British poet and critic, Arthur Symons, praised her first book, The Golden Threshold, for its beautiful and magical poems.
Her literary journey began at a young age, influenced by English poets like PB Shelley and Alfred Tennyson.
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However, it was Edmund Gosse’s advice that shaped her unique style, encouraging her to reveal “the heart of India” and describe its beauty, traditions, and temples. She took this advice to heart, crafting poems that showcased India’s rich cultural heritage.
After independence, she served as the first governor of Uttar Pradesh. Her literary contributions, particularly in Indian English poetry and her musical legacy, earned her the title “Nightingale of India” from Mahatma Gandhi.
Her poetry not only reflected her love for India but also complemented her political activism and advocacy for women’s rights.
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As a leading figure in the Indian National Congress, Naidu fought for India’s independence and championed women’s empowerment.
Sarojini Naidu’s collection of poems include:
1. The Feather of the Dawn (1961) – 37 poems (published after her death by her daughter Padmaja Naidu)
2. The Broken Wing (1917) – 62 poems
3. The Bird of Time (1912) – 47 poems
4. The Golden Threshold (1905) – 37 short poems
To commemorate Sarojini Naidu’s legacy and celebrate women’s achievements, here are some inspiring quotes and messages:
“To all the incredible women in the world, shine on, not just today but every single day. Happy National Women’s Day.”
- “There is no gate, no lock, no bolt that you can set upon the freedom of my mind.” – Virginia Woolf
- “If one man can destroy everything, why can’t one girl change it?” – Malala Yousafzai
- “To be a woman is to be a warrior.”- Sarojini Naidu
