Empowered Women Catalyze Social Change in India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that 10 crore new women have joined self-help groups in India, significantly contributing to family decision-making and broader social change. Modi highlighted their economic self-reliance and the considerable financial support from the government, announcing further allocations for these groups.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Thursday that 10 crore new women have joined self-help groups, becoming integral parts of family decision-making and contributing to broader social change.

Addressing the nation on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day from the Red Fort, Modi highlighted the importance of women empowerment. 'We are proud to see that women are becoming economically self-reliant,' he stated.

Modi emphasized that self-reliant women can ensure significant social transformation by participating in family decision-making processes. Drawing a parallel between the global recognition of Indian CEOs and the achievements of women in these groups, he remarked, 'While our CEOs gain global recognition, one crore women are becoming Lakhpati Didis.' He also announced additional government allocations of Rs 10 to 20 lakh for these groups, adding that Rs 9 lakh crore have already been provided.

(With inputs from agencies.)