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Dear Readers,
Urmi-2012 is the result of the unstinting efforts of the members of the
Sanchar team. It has been both a challenging and an enjoyable experience.
The theme for the 2012 edition of the annual magazine is ‘Explore,
Evolve and Excel’. We all know that, today, there are innumerable fields
for us to explore. And we, the Tatrakshikas, have evolved a system wherein
ladies constructively participate in welfare and social causes with a view
to enhance the self reliance and self-confidence of others. Over a period of
time we have come to excel in our chosen field and we never miss any
opportunities that come our way to explore our skills.
We dedicate this issue of Urmi to those ladies who have made use of
the opportunities in their daily lives to widen their horizons. Indeed, woman
is the ‘Shakti’, the real power behind the success of any society. The
immortal Indian values and culture lends a strong foundation for us to
face the challenges of today as well as those that lie ahead. Today’s woman
is able to achieve much beyond the home. The challenge for the future is
to eradicate those circumstances that pull down a woman’s true potential.
Mankind has a profound capability for articulation of its ideas and
exploration of the thoughts of others and literacy is a great enabler. The
ability to read and write is a transformative skill that helps us to express
our varied emotions in the form of poems, articles, memories, books, etc.
Urmi is one such platform through which any one can convey or share
their ideas and thoughts with a larger world.
Before concluding, the editorial team takes the opportunity to thank
Mrs Jayasree Muralidharan, President Tatrakshika and Vice President
Mrs Urmila Singh for their encouragement and support which have helped
in shaping Urmi-2012.
We also extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who have contributed
and look forward to their continued support in the future.
The editorial team also gratefully acknowledges the support extended
by the Regional Presidents in bringing out this issue of the magazine.
Best Wishes and Happy Reading
- Editorial Team
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