The True Meaning of 'Women's Empowerment'

By: Rachita Sharma, Managing Editor | Friday, 13 February 2026

In today’s world we often hear the term ‘women’s empowerment’. From brands using it to gain social milage to government bodies using it as a basis on several schemes, policies etc, women’s empowerment as a concept is omnipresent in today’s world.

But what does it actually mean? I strongly believe that ‘women’s empowerment’ is not just a slogan, but the very foundation of building a progressive and inclusive India. When women rise, families prosper, communities strengthen, and nations transform.

Today, we see women leading in every possible sector. From conquering boardrooms of top Indian businesses to breaking frontiers of space, women have done it all. Be it politics, arts, science, women are making their mark and breaking barriers that were once thought be be unbreakable.

Yet, empowerment is not complete until every woman has the freedom to dream and the support to achieve it. The need of the hour is to create equal access to education, financial independence, and the right to be heard in every decision that shapes our future.

Another key factor needed to empower women is role models. It is critical for young girls to see successful women leaders and hear from them. This has been our sole mandate at the WER magazine.

The current special edition of the magazine is another endeavour from our end to highlight worthy women leaders and bring to light their success stories.

In this special edition we meet R. Sreelatha Reddy, Co-founder and CEO of Niharika Projects. Under her leadership, the company has delivered 15 premium developments, housing 1,000+ families, and earning national recognition from CNBC and TV5.

Another respected leader featured in this edition is Dr. Madhu Vij, a distinguished academic leader and seasoned Independent Director with over four decades of experience spanning academia, finance, and corporate governance.

Joining this august company is prolific healthcare icon, Dr. Twinkal Patel. She is the Managing Director of Motherhood Women’s & Childcare Hospital and Motherhood IVF Center, and the Founder of the Motherhood Foundation, recognized for her visionary leadership in women’s health, fertility care, and holistic wellness.

Another featured leader with over six years of professional experience is Neelam Naseeb, Founder and CEO of Mishi Blue Merchandise. Her work bridges the gap between science, mental wellness, and spirituality helping people to navigate life with awareness and grace.

Read through this edition and get to know more about these trailblazing women leaders.

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