Rekha Sharma's Eventful Tenure at NCW Ends

Rekha Sharma's tenure as the National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson concluded on Tuesday. She led the NCW since August 7, 2018, after joining as a member in August 2015. Sharma advocated for gender sensitisation of police and faced several controversies during her tenure.

Rekha Sharma's tenure as the chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW) ended on Tuesday. She assumed the role on August 7, 2018, and had been a member since 2015.

Sharma reflected on her journey, expressing pride in her nine-year tenure and her efforts toward gender sensitisation of police personnel, who often serve as the first point of contact for victims.

Her tenure was marked by controversies, including alleged inaction in Manipur and accusations of bias against non-BJP ruled states, which she firmly denied.

(With inputs from agencies.)