Meet the women achievers controlling Modi’s social media on Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over his social media accounts to women achievers from various fields, giving them a platform to share their journeys and inspire others.

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Chess Grandmaster Vaishali Rameshbabu

Indian chess grandmaster Vaishali Rameshbabu was among those featured. She highlighted India’s growing support for women in sports and encouraged young girls to pursue their dreams. Vaishali, who won the Women’s Grand Swiss Tournament 2023, has secured her place in the Women’s Candidates Tournament 2024 and also won bronze in the Women’s World Blitz Chess Championship 2024. 

I’ve also got a message for parents and siblings- SUPPORT GIRLS. Trust their abilities and they’ll do wonders. In my life, I have been blessed with supportive parents, Thiru Rameshbabu and Thirumathi Nagalakshmi. My brother, @rpraggnachess and I also share a close bond. I have… pic.twitter.com/iSL538BzNH

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

I’ve also got a message for parents and siblings- SUPPORT GIRLS. Trust their abilities and they’ll do wonders. In my life, I have been blessed with supportive parents, Thiru Rameshbabu and Thirumathi Nagalakshmi. My brother, @rpraggnachess and I also share a close bond. I have… pic.twitter.com/iSL538BzNH

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2025

">March 8, 2025

Scientists Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni

Elina Mishra, a nuclear scientist from Odisha, and Shilpi Soni, a space scientist from Madhya Pradesh, controlled the Prime Minister’s accounts, emphasizing the increasing opportunities for women in science. Mishra, working at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, has contributed to developing components for a proton accelerator. Soni, associated with ISRO, has played a key role in communication and navigation missions. 

We, Elina and Shilpi wish to say- the infinite world of science and technology is very exciting as well as gratifying. The sheer joy we get when our designed and developed systems are put into application is beyond words. India’s nuclear and space programme has many such… pic.twitter.com/MdSFFiJS9L

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

We, Elina and Shilpi wish to say- the infinite world of science and technology is very exciting as well as gratifying. The sheer joy we get when our designed and developed systems are put into application is beyond words. India’s nuclear and space programme has many such… pic.twitter.com/MdSFFiJS9L

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2025

">March 8, 2025

Farmer-entrepreneur Anita Devi

Anita Devi, a farmer-entrepreneur from Bihar, shared her journey of self-reliance. Through her venture, she has empowered hundreds of women by providing resources for agriculture, particularly in mushroom cultivation.

Rural entrepreneur Ajaita Shah

Ajaita Shah, founder of Frontier Markets, highlighted her work in financial empowerment and rural entrepreneurship. She has been instrumental in supporting rural women by providing them with opportunities for self-reliance.

This initiative showcased the contributions of women across diverse fields, reinforcing the government’s commitment to women’s empowerment.