Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena honoured seven women achievers, including social workers and paralympians, at an event in the Capital on Sunday.

The felicitation took place during an all-women bike rally. It saw participation from women across the city, including members of the armed forces, as a symbol of empowerment and resilience.

Speaking at the event, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta praised the bikers for breaking stereotypes and inspiring countless women. She said their participation was a proof that women could accomplish anything. Highlighting the significance of the event, she said the rally was being organised annually since 2013 following a major tragedy in Delhi. She emphasised that women should not live in fear, adding that victory lies beyond fear.

The women honoured at the event included Humaira Mushtaq, first international car racer from Jammu and Kashmir; Arjuna award-winning wrestler Divya Kakran; Sweety Mehta, a domestic violence survivor who set up NGOs to support other women; Rekha Jindal, known for her work in drug rehabilitation; Nalini Asthana, who teaches computer skills to slum dwellers; para-athlete Kanchan Lakhani; and social worker Neetu Chaudhary.

The rally, which was flagged off from Connaught Place here at 11 am, saw enthusiastic participation.