In pictures: Aurat March creates ripples in puddle of patriarchy

Organisers include various rights activists, with the aim of highlighting the plight of women in Pakistan

With an aim to battle patriarchy on this International Women's Day, thousands of women marched across  country, demanding for their equal rights.

Organised by a diverse group of individuals across class, sexuality and ability, the march hopes to collectively raise voices and engage in political action for issues affecting them and their communities in a public rally.

Aurat March held across Pakistan to mark International Women's Day

Organisers also include various rights activists, with the aim of highlighting the plight of women and other gender minorities and raise a voice against the pressing issues of gender-based violence targeting the most oppressed and vulnerable in society.















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