Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends heartfelt greetings on International Women’s Day, honoring the resilience and accomplishments of women, or Nari Shakti, across diverse fields. He emphasizes the government’s unwavering commitment to empowering women through multifaceted initiatives in education, entrepreneurship, agriculture, technology, and beyond.
International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, serves as a significant milestone in the women’s rights movement, highlighting crucial issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and combating violence and abuse against women. Originating from labor movements in North America and Europe during the early 20th century, International Women’s Day has evolved into a global holiday, observed in solidarity with women worldwide.
The holiday’s history traces back to the “Women’s Day” organized by the Socialist Party of America in New York City in 1909, inspiring subsequent demonstrations and commemorations across Europe. Following the Russian Revolution in 1917, International Women’s Day became a national holiday on March 8th and gained recognition from socialist and communist movements. Over time, it transitioned into a mainstream global holiday, championed by the global feminist movement and promoted by the United Nations since 1977.
Today, International Women’s Day is celebrated as a public holiday in numerous countries, with the UN dedicating the day to addressing specific issues, campaigns, or themes in women’s rights. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality and the collective efforts required to achieve meaningful progress.
