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PM Modi salutes the spirit of Nari Shakti on Women's Day

Modi said the central government seeks to facilitate economic empowerment, self-reliance and social equality of the women.

By IANS English

| Updated: Wednesday, March 8, 2017, 11:57 [IST]

New Delhi, March 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday marked International Women's Day by "saluting" the "spirit of Nari Shakti".

"Saluting the indomitable spirit, determination and dedication of Nari Shakti on International Women's Day," Modi said in a statement.

Modi salutes Nari Shakti on Women's Day — File photo of Narendra Modi

Saluting the indomitable spirit, determination & dedication of Nari Shakti on International Women's Day.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2017

He mentioned that through its various initiatives, the central government seeks to facilitate economic empowerment, self-reliance and social equality of the women.

"Looking forward to addressing a conclave of women Sarpanchs (village head) and honouring trailblazers who have worked towards a Swachh Bharat," he added.

IANS