Nari Shakti in the Spotlight: Women Take Over PM Modi’s Social Media on Women's Day | WATCH

New Delhi: On the occasion of International Women's Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to 'Nari Shakti' and announced that his social media platforms would be taken over by women from diverse fields on Saturday.

In his tweet, PM Modi honored the strength of women, saying, "We bow to our Nari Shakti on Women’s Day! Our government has always worked towards empowering women, as reflected in our schemes and programs." He further added, "As promised, today my social media accounts will be taken over by women who are making a mark in various fields!"

Earlier, in his 119th address of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi shared that the women who would be taking over his social media accounts such as Twitter and Instagram have excelled in their respective fields and would use these platforms to share their achievements, experiences, and challenges with the nation.

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Women who wished to be part of this initiative participated through the NAMO app.

"If you want this opportunity to be yours, then through the special forum created on the NAMO App, become a part of this experiment and spread your message to the world through my X and Instagram accounts. So, on this Women's Day, let us celebrate and respect the indomitable power of women," he said.

International Women's Day: Meet the Women Who Took Over PM Modi's Social Media Accounts

1. Chess Grandmaster R Vaishali

Sharing her story through PM Modi's platform, Chess Grandmaster R Vaishali expressed how "thrilled" she was to take over the Prime Minister's social media accounts. She shared that she was born on June 21, which now coincidentally marks International Yoga Day, and that she has been playing chess since the age of six.

In her message to women, especially young women, she said, "Follow your dreams, no matter the hurdles. Your passion will power your success. I want to encourage women to follow their dreams and break barriers in any field they choose because I know they can!"

She also urged parents and siblings to support and trust the potential of women: "I’ve also got a message for parents and siblings—SUPPORT GIRLS. Trust their abilities, and they’ll do wonders. I’ve been blessed with supportive parents, Thiru Rameshbabu and Thirumathi Nagalakshmi."

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2. Scientists Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni

Two scientists, Elina Mishra from Odisha and Shilpi Soni from Madhya Pradesh , shared their work on Prime Minister Modi's official X account.

"Space technology, nuclear technology, and women empowerment… We are Elina Mishra, a nuclear scientist, and Shilpi Soni, a space scientist, and we are thrilled to be helming the PM's social media properties on #WomensDay. Our message: India is the most vibrant place for science, and we call upon more women to pursue it," they said.

"Both of us are witnessing a wide range of opportunities opening up in our respective sectors. It was unimaginable that a sector like nuclear technology would offer so many opportunities for women in India. Similarly, the increasing participation of women and the private sector in the world of space makes India the most exciting place to innovate and grow! Indian women surely have the talent, and India surely has the right platform!" they added.

3. Anita Devi

Anita Devi, a resident of Anantapur village in Nalanda district and the founder of Madhopur Farmers Producer Company Limited, also shared her struggles and journey on the PM’s account.

Having always aspired to become self-reliant, Anita decided to establish her own startup in 2016. With the support of the Bihar government's Jeevika project and the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), she received training in mushroom production. She helped hundreds of women connect with mushroom farming, and her company now provides essential items like fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides to farmers at affordable rates. Today, hundreds of women working in her company are leading lives of self-respect and financial independence.

In her post, she wrote: "My inspiration – to make women self-reliant! With the help of Bihar Government's Jeevika Project and NRLM, I took training in mushroom production. After this, I connected hundreds of women with mushroom farming. Now, my dream is for every woman in the village to stand on her own feet. After the announcement of the establishment of the Makhana Board, I am also exploring work related to Makhana."

4. Ajaita Shah

Ajaita Shah, Founder and CEO of Frontier Markets, which supports rural women, took over PM Modi’s social media to share her journey.

"Our emphasis has always been on integrating technology to ensure the skilling and financial inclusion of women," she wrote.

In her tweet, she added, "One issue that remains close to my heart is the challenges women face in rural areas. These challenges could be financial, access to infrastructure, and more. I have spent the last two decades addressing these issues, and I feel proud to have made a difference. I am also seeing many more women rise to the occasion and do the same."

5. Dr. Anjlee Agarwal

In her tweet, Dr. Anjlee Agarwal, Founder of the Samarthyam Centre for Universal Accessibility, shared her vision for an inclusive India.

"Namaste India and Happy #WomensDay. I am Dr. Anjlee Agarwal, founder of @samarthyam. Through PM @narendramodi’s social media handle, which I have the honor of taking over today, I want to ignite a spark of transformation. Let’s forget labels and barriers and work towards strengthening Sugamya Bharat as a precursor to a Viksit Bharat. Let’s ensure that every woman, every individual, can navigate their life with dignity and independence. Together, let’s build on the recent gains and improve lives for persons with disabilities."

In 2020, on the occasion of International Women's Day, seven women took over PM Modi's social media account.