The Regional Coordinator of URI West India, Ms. Qutub Kidwai, was conferred with the 'Exceptional Woman" award for outstanding work in the fields of women's empowerment, peace and justice. She was nominated for the award by the Woman Redressal Cell, Home Department, Government of Maharashtra.
Seven female Police Officers and seven awardees from various fields were also awarded for their excellence. The award ceremony was held at Mumbai with 750 guests, all women, including dignitaries from various walks of life, attending.