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April 16, 2026 7:30 PM

PM Modi urges Lok Sabha to pass women’s reservation bill, calls it historic opportunity for Nari Shakti

PM Modi urges Lok Sabha to pass women’s reservation bill, calls it historic opportunity for Nari Shakti on Thursday addressed the Lok Sabha, describing the debate on the women’s reservation bill as a historic opportunity to empower Nari Shakti and strengthen India’s democracy. Acknowledging that the discussion had begun early in the morning, the Prime Minister noted that many members had effectively raised important issues based on facts and logic. He said crucial moments in a nation’s ...

April 13, 2026 10:17 AM

Women’s representation key to inclusive democracy: Mansukh Mandaviya

Mera Yuva Bharat, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, organised a Women Youth Parliament on the theme “Nari Shakti: Viksit Bharat ki Awaaz – Strengthening Inclusive Democracy” at Shri Ram College of Commerce, bringing together young women to engage with democratic processes and policy discussions. Addressing the event on Sunday, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, said that women’s participation in Parliament is crucia...

March 9, 2026 6:18 PM

PM Modi shares Dharmendra Pradhan’s article highlighting women-led development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared an article written by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan that highlights India’s shift from women’s development to women-led development. In a post on X, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said, "Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan writes that India’s development narrative is shifting from women’s development to women-led development. With rising participation in STEM, research and innovation, Nari Shakti is powering t...

March 7, 2026 4:33 PM

PM Modi shares article highlighting role of Nari Shakti in nation-building

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday shared an article written by Union Minister Annapurna Devi highlighting the contribution of women in shaping the nation and their role in building a developed India. In the article, the Union Minister noted that as the country celebrates Nari Shakti, Bharat’s story has been shaped by the strength of its women, drawing from a rich historical legacy. She also underlined that the care economy forms an important foundation in the country’s journey tow...

December 1, 2025 5:18 PM

PM Modi highlights women empowerment, shares article on Nari Shakti

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared an article by Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi, emphasising that women empowerment remains central to India’s progress. Responding to Annpurna Devi’s post on X, the Prime Minister said that “Nari Shakti is at the heart of India’s future. As Bharat enters Amrit Kaal, the term is no longer just a slogan; it is a national mission. From One-Stop Centres to fast-track courts, from helplines to social-security hubs, und...

September 22, 2025 12:13 PM

When India speaks, the entire world takes note: Rajnath Singh in Morocco

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that India’s stature in the international community has seen a significant rise. Addressing the Indian diaspora in Morocco, Singh highlighted India’s growing influence on global platforms. "I am delighted to note that you can sense the rise in stature of India before the international community...Earlier, when India spoke on an international forum, it wasn't taken as seriously as it should have been. Today, when India speaks on an international ...

August 25, 2025 4:53 PM

From entrepreneurs to job creators: women leading India’s growth story

Women are emerging as the backbone of India’s economic growth, with rising workforce participation, entrepreneurial ventures, and leadership roles driving the nation’s march towards Viksit Bharat by 2047. According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), the women’s workforce participation rate (WPR) has nearly doubled from 22% in 2017-18 to 40.3% in 2023-24. The unemployment rate for women has also dropped from 5.6% to 3.2% in the same period. Rural India has witnessed the sharpest r...

June 8, 2025 12:18 PM

Nari Shakti: A decade of women’s empowerment under Modi government

Over the past 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has witnessed a transformative shift in women’s empowerment, redefining their role from passive beneficiaries to active nation-builders. With women and children comprising 67.7% of India’s population, the Modi government has made Nari Shakti(women’s power) a cornerstone of national progress, driving policies that empower women across health, education, housing, sanitation, financial inclusion, and leadershi...

March 8, 2025 10:17 AM

We bow to our Nari Shakti: PM Modi’s Message on International Women’s Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to 'Nari Shakti,' acknowledging the strength and contributions of women on International Women’s Day. In a post on X, PM Modi announced that his social media platforms would be taken over by women from diverse fields to showcase their achievements. "We bow to our Nari Shakti on #WomensDay! Our government has always worked towards empowering women, which is reflected in our schemes and programmes. Today, as promised, my social medi...

January 26, 2025 12:01 PM

R-Day: All-women marching contingent of CRPF showcases spirit of ‘Nari Shakti’ at Kartavya Path

Among the contingents marching down the Kartavya Path during the 76th Republic Day celebrations, a 148-member all-women marching contingent of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), led by Assistant Commandant Aishwarya Joy M, showcased the spirit of 'Nari Shakti.' The CRPF Mahila Contingent comprises women drawn from units deployed across various parts of the country for anti-insurgency, anti-Naxal, and law and order duties. Representing a mini-India, it consists of personnel from all region...