New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said that empowerment of women in social, economic, political and spiritual spheres is essential for the country to realise its vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.
The President interacted with members of the Self-Help Groups (SHGs) at the Baljek airport in Meghalaya’s Tura and also laid the foundation stone for the new integrated administration complex. Addressing the gathering, President Murmu underlined that India’s women are making a mark and paving way for women in every field whether it is defence, science and technology, sports, education, entrepreneurship, agriculture, or any other field.
“They just need some words of encouragement. The idea of women-led-development can be implemented only when they get the freedom to make their choices. With economic independence, this has become a reality to some extent. Economic self-reliance brings a greater self-confidence in women,” President Murmu said.
Urging the members of the SHGs to keep moving ahead and also support other women in taking them forward, she said, “This is not their journey alone but that of a large number of women in our country who are yet to explore the opportunities beyond the four walls of their homes and they must become an inspiration for other women of their region and the nation.”
President Murmu said that the government of India is making every possible effort to ensure that women contribute actively and in large numbers to the socio-economic development of the country. Several steps have been taken to improve women’s participation in the work-force.
“The Government has not only taken several steps for the social and economic development of women, but has also taken major steps towards ensuring their political participation. However, there is still a long way to go in the direction of women empowerment,” President Murmu added.
The President also urged people to start recognising the value and talent of the women around them and extend their support.