Women Driving India Forward: PM Modi Praises Their Achievements
PM Modi praises women for shaping India’s growth across sectors.
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to India’s women, praising their contributions across diverse sectors and highlighting their role in shaping the nation’s progress. In a post on X, he described women’s efforts as marked by “determination, creativity and unmatched zeal,” calling their achievements a source of inspiration for the country.
The Prime Minister emphasized that women’s empowerment remains central to the government’s agenda. “Empowerment of women is at the core of our various schemes and initiatives. We remain committed to creating opportunities that enable every woman to realise her full potential and contribute to India’s journey of development,” he wrote, underscoring the focus on enabling women to participate fully in national growth.
A thread shared by the government’s official X account, MyGovIndia, highlighted the achievements of women across sectors. From defence and entrepreneurship to science, governance, and social leadership, the post showcased how “New Naris are powering a New India,” reflecting increasing female participation in traditionally male-dominated fields.
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In defence, the thread noted significant milestones, including girls now enrolling in Sainik Schools, the graduation of the first-ever batch of women cadets from the National Defence Academy (NDA), and the rise of women officers in the armed forces. Pioneers like Shivangi Singh were also celebrated, marking a shift in the country’s military landscape.
The post also highlighted women entrepreneurs, pointing to the expanding role of women in India’s startup ecosystem. Initiatives such as Startup India and Stand Up India have promoted women-led enterprises, while nearly half of Indian startups now include women directors. Progress in maternal healthcare was also noted, with nearly 90 per cent of deliveries now taking place in health facilities and millions of high-risk pregnancies detected through regular check-ups.
Sports achievements were another area of celebration, with India’s victories in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup and the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup highlighted as milestones in Indian women’s sporting success. The Prime Minister’s message concluded by recognizing these accomplishments as part of a broader effort to support women’s leadership and empowerment across all spheres of national life.
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