“Women Achievers Take Over PM Modi’s Social Media Accounts on International Women’s Day”
The International Women’s Day was marked by a unique initiative taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he handed over his social media accounts to some of the country’s “inspiring women.” From chess grandmaster R Vaishali to scientists Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni, these women shared their experiences and stories to celebrate the achievements of women in India.
Vaishali, the first woman to share her story on the PM’s account, praised India’s progress in inspiring women to pursue sports and highlighted the support provided to women athletes. She encouraged women and girls to follow their dreams and break barriers in any field they choose.
Before the women took over PM Modi’s social media accounts, he paid tribute to ‘Nari Shakti’ and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to women’s empowerment. He expressed pride in the schemes and programs aimed at empowering women and handed over his accounts to women making a mark in diverse fields.
Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni, nuclear and space scientists respectively, shared their experiences and highlighted the growing opportunities for Indian women in these sectors. They emphasized the excitement and gratification of working in science and technology and acknowledged the support for women in these fields.
Ajaita Shah, the Founder and CEO of Frontier Markets, focused on financial empowerment for women and highlighted the organization’s efforts in skilling and financial inclusion of rural women. She emphasized the importance of financially empowered women in decision-making and building a modern India.
Dr. Anjlee Agrawal, the founder of Samarthyam, Centre for Universal Accessibility, called for creating inclusive spaces through universal accessibility and inclusive mobility. She shared her work towards empowering women with disabilities and creating accessible environments in India.
Overall, the initiative taken by PM Modi to hand over his social media accounts to these inspiring women on International Women’s Day showcased the achievements and progress of women in various fields in India. It highlighted the importance of empowering women and creating inclusive spaces for all individuals.