Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday amplified a detailed write-up by Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi, emphasizing that “Nari Shakti is at the heart of India’s future” as the nation moves into the Amrit Kaal — the period leading up to India’s centenary in 2047.
In a post on platform X, PM Modi stated: “Nari Shakti is at the heart of India’s future. As Bharat enters Amrit Kaal, the term is no longer just a slogan; it is a national mission… A very prudent introspection by Union Minister Smt @Annapurna4BJP. Do read!”
The write-up, endorsed by the prime minister, outlined the concrete measures implemented under Mission Shakti that the government claims are “ensuring dignity and opportunity for women.” These measures include One-Stop Centres, fast-track courts, helplines, and social-security hubs.
Mission Shakti, which was launched in 2015, is built on two primary pillars: “Sambal” (protection & safety) and “Samarthya” (empowerment & livelihood).
Key achievements detailed in the article include:
One-Stop Centres: 864 operational centres, aiding over 12.67 lakh women.
Fast-Track Special Courts: 745 courts (including 404 exclusive POCSO courts), disposing of more than 3 lakh cases.
Women Helpline (181): Active in 35 states/UTs, assisting over 93 lakh women.
Social-Security Schemes: Programs like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, and Sakhi Niwas hostels.
Union Minister Annapurna Devi remarked that “women’s safety, dignity, and empowerment are the government’s top priorities.”By spotlighting the minister’s article, PM Modi reinforced the government’s commitment to institutionalizing women’s empowerment as a “national mission” on the path toward India’s 2047 development goals.”