Fri Mar 28 19:46:27 UTC 2025: ## The Hindu Celebrates Women’s Achievements at World of Women Awards 2025

**Chennai, March 29, 2025** – The Hindu Group held its annual World of Women (WoW) Awards 2025 on Friday, celebrating the remarkable contributions of women across various fields. The ceremony, held in Chennai, honored individuals who have demonstrated exceptional achievements and leadership.

Justice R.N. Manjula of the Madras High Court, a keynote speaker at the event, highlighted the ongoing journey of women’s empowerment, acknowledging both significant progress and persistent challenges women face in navigating societal expectations while striving for excellence. She cited astronaut Sunita Williams’ achievement as a triumph for all women and humankind.

Nirmala Lakshman, Chairperson of The Hindu Group Publishing Private Limited, emphasized that the awards serve as a testament to women’s potential, resilience, and leadership. She reiterated The Hindu’s commitment to advocating for gender equality and empowerment.

Numerous awards were presented, recognizing achievements in diverse fields. Notable recipients included:

* **Lifetime Achievement:** Justice Prabha Sridevan (retired)
* **Excellence in Sports:** Vaishali Rameshbabu
* **Trailblazers in Technology:** Roshni Nadar (in absentia)
* **Excellence in Music:** Aruna Sairam
* **Generational Pride:** Suneeta Reddy and Sindoori Reddy
* **Excellence in Business Leadership:** Prabha Narasimhan
* **Excellence in Entrepreneurship:** Chindi Varadarajulu
* **Excellence in Agriculture & Rural Development:** V. Geethalakshmi
* **Excellence in Education, Science & Technology:** Tessy Thomas
* **Achievement in Surpassing Disability:** Aiswarya Rao
* **Contribution to Society:** Supraja Dharini
* **Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion:** Kalki Subramaniam
* **Excellence in Art & Culture:** Thilagavathi Palani
* **Excellence in Health & Hygiene:** Vijayalakshmi Deshmane

The event underscored The Hindu’s dedication to recognizing and promoting women’s empowerment, showcasing their impactful contributions to society.

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