Women at the Helm: Shaping India's Future

Union Minister Annpurna Devi emphasizes the pivotal role of women in developing India, celebrating International Women's Day with a call for women-led development. She highlights governmental efforts, like the gender budget and safety initiatives, that uplift women and bolster their participation in various sectors.

On International Women's Day, Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi emphasized the foundational role women play in a developed India. She praised President Droupadi Murmu as a testament to the potential of women who are given opportunities and respect.

Minister Devi highlighted the growing leadership of women in India, spotlighting initiatives such as the 'Shakti Walk - She Leads Bharat'. She announced a significant allocation of over Rs 5 lakh crore in the 2026-27 gender budget aimed at women's empowerment and detailed the government's life cycle-based approach to women's development, from birth to education.

Focusing on safety, Devi mentioned Mission Shakti, women's help desks, and fast-track special courts. She advocated for the Women's Reservation Act, boosting women's participation in politics, and noted initiatives like MUDRA and PM SWANidhi supporting women entrepreneurs. The minister called for ongoing commitment to creating a nation where every woman is educated, healthy, safe, and empowered.

(With inputs from agencies.)