On women's day, PM Modi salutes their indomitable spirit

March 08, 2017 08:41

On the occasion of International Women's Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday saluted the indomitable spirit, determination and dedication of women power.

"Saluting the indomitable spirit, determination & dedication of Nari Shakti on International Women's Day. GoI's various initiatives seek to facilitate economic empowerment, self-reliance & social equality as far as Nari Shakti is concerned," Prime Minister Modi tweeted.

The prime minister will today address a conclave of women sarpanchs in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

"Looking forward to addressing a conclave of women sarpanchs & honouring trailblazers who have worked towards a Swachh Bharat," he tweeted.

Women sarpanchs from different parts of the country will attend the event, which has been jointly organised by the Centre and the Rural Development Department of Gujarat government.

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