Kalpana Murmu Soren, Member of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly from the Gandey constituency and a prominent political leader, was recently honoured with the prestigious Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award at the BRICS CCI WE Annual Women Summit and Felicitation 2026 held in New Delhi.
This recognition highlights her notable contributions toward empowering women, championing community development, and amplifying voices of marginalised groups.
1. Global Recognition for Women’s Empowerment
The Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award is conferred by the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) Women Empowerment vertical—a platform that recognises leaders making measurable impacts on social and economic inclusion.
Kalpana Soren’s award positions her among influential women leaders across the BRICS nations and beyond who champion gender equity, community leadership, and inclusive growth.
2. About Kalpana Soren: Political and Social Leadership
Kalpana Murmu Soren is an Indian politician and MLA from Gandey, Jharkhand, representing the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) party. She won her seat in 2024 and has rapidly emerged as a leading voice for inclusive governance and grassroots empowerment.
She is also the wife of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, but her political identity and public service extend far beyond this association.
Her work focuses on:
- Women’s empowerment and economic participation
- Inclusivity for marginalised women
- Community development through local enterprise support
- Advocacy for equitable access to opportunities
3. Summit Highlights: BRICS CCI WE Annual Women Summit 2026
The BRICS CCI Women Summit 2026 is a prominent platform convened to:
- Celebrate women leaders across the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa)
- Promote gender equality in leadership, business, and public service
- Recognise contributions to social change and inclusive development
Kalpana Soren’s honour at this summit not only highlights her leadership in Jharkhand but also places her on the global map among women making significant strides in social and economic fields.
4. Soren’s Message and Vision
In her acceptance speech, Kalpana Soren emphasised that the award represents the strength, resilience, and aspirations of women everywhere—especially those from underserved communities.
She stated that empowerment should go beyond inclusion to ensure equity, ensuring that every woman has opportunities to lead, innovate, and contribute to society.
She also praised efforts to support self-help groups, local entrepreneurship, and community-driven economic progress, asserting that real empowerment strengthens families, communities, and regional economies.
