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July 26, 2026 2:13 PM

”Nari Shakti’ brought glory to the nation’: PM Modi hails PV Sindhu, Indian women’s cricket team for scripting history

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent participating in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and lauded the recent achievements of Indian athletes, highlighting victories in badminton, women's cricket and other sporting disciplines. Addressing the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister wished success for Indian athletes competing at the Games. "The Commonwealth Games began in Glasgow, just a few days ago. Ev...

June 12, 2026 10:32 AM

PM Modi highlights women-led development as cornerstone of New India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the transformative role of women in India's development journey over the past 12 years, asserting that the NDA government's policies and initiatives have placed women at the centre of nation-building and economic progress. Marking what he described as a decade-plus of focused efforts toward "women-led development," the Prime Minister said the government's approach has gone beyond welfare and concentrated on creating opportunities, ensuring dign...

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...