{"id":4006,"date":"2025-04-15T17:26:42","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T12:26:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakjazbo.com\/?p=4006"},"modified":"2025-04-15T17:26:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T12:26:45","slug":"lt-gen-retd-nigar-johar-named-rcci-brand-ambassador-for-women-empowerment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakjazbo.com\/?p=4006","title":{"rendered":"Lt Gen (retd) Nigar Johar named RCCI brand ambassador for women empowerment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RAWALPINDI: In a historic move for gender equality and women\u2019s leadership, the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) has appointed Lt Gen (retd) Nigar Johar Khan as its official brand ambassador for women empowerment and women\u2019s initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The announcement was made during an event, \u201cSHE Leads \u2013 A Tribute to Women,\u201d which was held at the Chamber House the previous day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ceremony celebrated the resilience, strength, and remarkable contributions of women across Pakistan, with Lt Gen (retd) Johar, the first and only female three-star general in Pakistan as the chief guest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RCCI President Usman Shahkat, in his welcome address, termed her professional rendering as one of courage, dedication, and breaking barriers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cShe has redefined what is possible for women in Pakistan and stands as a beacon of hope and aspiration\u201d, he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Group Leader Sohail Altaf reiterated the Chamber\u2019s unwavering commitment to inclusive development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cEvents like these reinforce the message that women are key architects of Pakistan\u2019s progress while honouring our national icons\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Delivering a keynote address, Johar praised RCCI\u2019s proactive stance on gender equality. \u201cCreating spaces for women to lead, grow, and shape the future is essential\u201d, she said and also commented on RCCI\u2019s vision and dedication to empowering women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She also highlighted the importance of unity and solidarity, endorsing RCCI\u2019s upcoming solidarity walk in support of Palestine alongside the Palestinian ambassador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event was attended by Senior Vice President Khalid Farooq Qazi, Vice President Fahad Barlas, former presidents, executive committee members, Director AIC Ijaz Qamar Kayani, and a large number of women members.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>RAWALPINDI: In a historic move for gender equality and women\u2019s leadership, the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) has appointed Lt Gen (retd) Nigar Johar Khan as its official brand ambassador for women empowerment and women\u2019s initiatives. 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