Stree Shakti by Women Leaders Conclave 2025 Creates History in Kashmir, Igniting a New Era of Women’s Leadership and Empowerment

The Women’s Leaders Conclave (WLC) 2025—a landmark three-day gathering celebrating transformative women across governance, business, literature, education, health, and the arts—was held from April 7th to 9th, 2025 at multiple venues across Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, including SKICC, IIM Nowgam, and Royal Springs Golf Course.

Organized by Stree Shakti – The Parallel Force and She Leads, the event was spearheaded by Rekha Mody (Founder, Stree Shakti) and Dr. Nirja Mattoo (Co-Lead), with Farzana Mumtaz serving as Co-Coordinator. The conclave was supported by eminent leaders including Dr. Farooq Abdullah, MP and President of the J&K National Conference; Sakina Masood Itoo, Cabinet Minister, Government of J&K; Dr. Jyotsna Suri, Chairperson & MD, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group; Aruna Oswal, Chairperson, PHDCCI Committee on Women, Child Development & Entrepreneurship; Supriya Badve, CEO, Belrise Pvt Ltd; and many others.

WLC 2025 marked a milestone moment for Jammu & Kashmir becoming a powerful platform to advocate gender equity, amplify women’s voices, and shape a vision for inclusive national progress. With participation from academics, political figures, entrepreneurs, and civil society leaders from across India and beyond, the conclave resonated with the shared message: empowered women empower nations.

The opening session at Royal Springs Golf Course set a powerful tone of reflection, resilience, and forward-looking vision. Dr. Jyotsna Suri, sharing her journey as one of the foremost women in Indian hospitality, emphasized how perseverance and bold leadership can redefine industries. She applauded the Stree Shakti team for creating a platform in Kashmir that encourages women to dream bigger and support each other.