Chef Kapil Verma Discusses Gender Equality: Why Women's Day Is More Vocalized Than Men's Day
As International Men's Day approaches on November 19, chef and TV personality Kapil Verma sheds light on the ongoing discussion about gender equality, the celebration of women's achievements, and the awareness surrounding men's issues. Known for his appearances on shows like Sanjeev Kapoor Khazana and Instant Grub, Verma recently shared his thoughts with Free Press Journal, questioning the true purpose behind commemorating gender-specific days like Women's Day and Men's Day.
Verma on International Men's Day: Verma's take on International Men's Day is interesting. While he feels that it is more popular now, he isn't sure of its acceptance levels. He added, "There is more awareness about it, but acceptance I'm not sure about." He was of the opinion that such gender-specific days should achieve a greater good than just being circulated posts on social media or e-mailed forwards. If the purpose of celebrating a particular day is being served, I have no objection. But if it's just about Instagram posts, then it loses its meaning," he added.
Verma also said that Women's Day tends to attract more attention than Men's Day, but he believes this is justified. "Women's Day is celebrated more than Men's Day, and I would say it's okay! It is not a rat race," he said, and made it clear that the importance lies in positive tendencies of such celebrations. According to him, awareness and attention associated with Women's Day are critical to women's rights movement, empowerment of women, and eventual celebration of women's achievements. "We should not lose the essence of why we began celebrating Women's Day: to insist on equality in jobs and laws or in all things in life," added Verma.
But Verma is not too sure if men and women are equal. "I do not believe that men and women are equal. I only believe they can be equal when a man can give birth to a child.". But until then, we can't, Verma said bluntly. He conceded that women face physical and emotional difficulties that men do not, but insisted that equality was about equal opportunities. "There should be equal opportunities in the workplace, equality in laws, and in inheritance of wealth," Verma emphasized.
As we celebrate International Men’s Day and Women’s Day, Chef Kapil Verma’s insights remind us to think beyond the festivities and focus on creating meaningful change in gender equality.
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