Glad to see so many women MPs: PM in Trinidad & Tobago parliament
In a heartening gesture, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his delight at seeing a significant number of women members in the Trinidad and Tobago parliament during his address to the joint assembly on Friday. Modi’s comment is a testament to the importance he attaches to empowering women and promoting gender equality in Indian society.
Modi’s remarks came as part of his speech to the joint assembly of the Trinidad and Tobago parliament, where he reiterated India’s commitment to strengthening women’s positions in society. “Respect for women is deeply rooted in Indian culture,” he said, emphasizing the need to build a strong and modern India by empowering women.
India has made significant strides in recent years in terms of women’s participation in politics and other spheres of life. The country has seen a steady increase in the number of women entering politics, with many women MPs and ministers playing a crucial role in shaping the country’s future.
Modi’s comments on women’s empowerment are not just rhetoric; they are backed by concrete measures taken by his government to promote gender equality. From initiatives aimed at increasing women’s participation in the workforce to policies designed to protect women’s rights, the Indian government has taken a comprehensive approach to empowering women.
One of the most significant steps taken by the Modi government is the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (Save the Girl Child, Educate the Girl Child) initiative. Launched in 2015, this program aims to address the declining child sex ratio in the country by promoting education and protection of girls.
The program has had a significant impact, with the child sex ratio in India improving from 918 girls per 1,000 boys in 2011 to 928 girls per 1,000 boys in 2020. The program has also led to an increase in girls’ enrollment in schools, with the number of girls enrolled in primary and upper primary classes increasing by 12% and 10%, respectively, between 2015 and 2020.
Modi’s government has also taken steps to increase women’s participation in the workforce. The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (Prime Minister’s Mudra Scheme) is a flagship program aimed at promoting entrepreneurship among women. Since its launch in 2015, the scheme has provided loans to over 10 million women entrepreneurs, enabling them to start their own businesses and become financially independent.
The Indian government has also taken steps to address the issue of gender-based violence. The Ministry of Women and Child Development has launched several initiatives aimed at providing support to survivors of gender-based violence, including the One Stop Centre scheme, which provides a range of services, including counseling, medical assistance, and legal aid, to survivors of violence.
In addition to these initiatives, the Indian government has also taken steps to promote women’s participation in politics. The Election Commission of India has launched several initiatives aimed at increasing women’s participation in elections, including the “Ladki Hoon, Ladki Banungi” (I am a girl, I will become a girl) campaign, which aims to promote women’s participation in politics.
Modi’s comments on women’s empowerment are not just limited to India; he has also spoken about the importance of empowering women in his international speeches. In his address to the joint assembly of the Trinidad and Tobago parliament, Modi emphasized that women are playing a crucial role in shaping India’s future.
“Women are leading India to a new future in various domains,” he said, highlighting the significant contributions women are making in fields such as science, technology, and innovation. “We are proud of our women who are excelling in various fields and making India proud,” he added.
In conclusion, Modi’s comments on women’s empowerment in the Trinidad and Tobago parliament are a testament to the importance he attaches to promoting gender equality in Indian society. From initiatives aimed at increasing women’s participation in the workforce to policies designed to protect women’s rights, the Indian government has taken a comprehensive approach to empowering women.
As India continues to grow and evolve, it is essential that women are given equal opportunities to participate in the country’s development. Modi’s comments on women’s empowerment are a reminder of the critical role women are playing in shaping India’s future and the importance of continuing to promote gender equality in all spheres of life.
