UVARD members had the privilege of meeting Ms. Anita Ramachandran, Principal Secretary of Women and Child Welfare, at the Telangana Secretariat Bhavan. This meeting provided a valuable opportunity for UVARD members to engage with Ms. Ramachandran and discuss key issues related to women and child welfare in Telangana. As the Principal Secretary, Ms. Ramachandran oversees the Department of Women and Child Welfare, which aims to promote the welfare and development of women and children in the state. Her role involves implementing policies and programs that address issues such as education, health, and empowerment of women and children ¹. The meeting between UVARD members and Ms. Ramachandran was likely a significant step forward in strengthening collaborations and advancing the cause of women and child welfare in Telangana.