As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it is imperative to acknowledge the transformative strides India has made under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment has reshaped the socio-economic landscape, fostering an environment where women are not just participants but leading stakeholders in the nation’s development.

The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative has strengthened the foundation for girls’ education, ensuring that daughters are given equal opportunities to excel. The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) has enhanced dignity and health security for millions of women by providing clean cooking fuel. Meanwhile, the MUDRA Yojana has fueled women’s entrepreneurship, enabling countless women to become self-reliant job creators instead of job seekers.

Through Sangini Saheli, our women and children welfare initiative, we have empowered over 1,000 women across Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi by working alongside Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to foster economic independence, skill development, and confidence-building in marginalised communities. Recognising education as the bedrock of empowerment, we actively promote literacy programmes and vocational training to enhance life skills. Our efforts extend beyond economic empowerment to address critical social issues, including health, hygiene, and sanitation. SHGs under Sangini Saheli are engaged in the production of eco-friendly hygiene products, such as reusable sanitary pads and bioenzyme-based cleaning solutions, ensuring both affordability and sustainability.