SEWA founder, women’s rights activist Ela Bhatt passes away at 89

Lagatar24 Desk   New Delhi, Nov 2: Ela Bhatt, a well-known attorney, campaigner for women’s rights and microfinance, and recipient of the Padma Bhushan, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 89. Ela Bhatt, a well-known supporter of Gandhi, pushed for women’s economic emancipation. In India, she established and oversaw the Self-employed Women’s Association (SEWA). … Continue reading SEWA founder, women’s rights activist Ela Bhatt passes away at 89