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Yogi Adityanath: Women's Empowerment Key to a Self-Reliant India

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated that empowering women is fundamental to building a self-reliant society, echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision. He highlighted central government schemes like Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao and Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana as key drivers of this change. Adityanath also detailed state-level efforts, including a massive recruitment drive that increased women in the UP Police from 10,000 to over 44,000 since 2017 to enhance safety. He projected greater political representation for women, citing the upcoming 33% reservation in state assemblies and Parliament.

Key Points: Yogi Adityanath on Women's Day: Empowerment for Self-Reliance

  • Empowerment essential for self-reliance
  • Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao highlighted
  • 33% reservation for women in legislatures cited
  • UP Police women recruitment surged
  • Safety initiatives ensure secure environment
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Women's empowerment key to self-reliant society: Yogi Adityanath on Women's Day

UP CM Yogi Adityanath links women's empowerment to a self-reliant society, citing PM Modi's initiatives and UP's police recruitment drive.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi repeatedly says that a society cannot move forward by neglecting half of its population. - Yogi Adityanath"

Lucknow, March 8

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that empowering women is essential for building a self-reliant society.

Addressing a gathering here on the occasion of International Women's Day 2026, Adityanath, referring to the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said that no society can become self-reliant or truly empowered by ignoring half of its population.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi repeatedly says that a society cannot move forward by neglecting half of its population," he said.

Highlighting the Centre's initiatives for women, he recalled that after assuming office in 2014, the Prime Minister launched the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao programme to promote the protection and education of girls across the country.

The Chief Minister added that several other initiatives, including the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, were introduced to strengthen women's empowerment and welfare. Due to such programmes, he said, daughters across the country are steadily moving forward on the path of self-reliance.

Adityanath also noted that in the coming years, women will have greater representation in governance. "Soon, daughters and sisters will be elected to 33 per cent of the seats in state assemblies and Parliament, a provision that has already been ensured by Prime Minister Modi," he said.

About women's safety in Uttar Pradesh, the Chief Minister said that the state government has taken concrete steps to ensure a secure environment for girls and women.

"When I travel across Uttar Pradesh, I see daughters going to school without fear or hesitation. Ensuring their safety is the responsibility of the government," he said.

To address elements that previously posed a threat to women's safety, the government provided 20 per cent reservation for women in the Uttar Pradesh Police and carried out large-scale recruitment, he added.

Recalling past figures, the Chief Minister said that from 1947 to 2017, the Uttar Pradesh Police had only around 10,000 women personnel. "However, since 2017, that number has increased to more than 44,000," he said, calling it a significant step towards strengthening both women's empowerment and security in the state.

- IANS

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Rahul R
Good words, but we need to see more action on the ground in villages. My sister in a UP village still faces harassment walking to college. Schemes are announced, but implementation is key. The 33% reservation in assemblies will be a game-changer if it happens.
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Sarah B
As someone working with an NGO in Lucknow, I've seen the positive impact of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao in some communities. The focus on education is crucial. However, economic empowerment through skill development and entrepreneurship needs equal focus beyond welfare schemes.
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Aditya G
Absolutely correct. A society can only progress when its women are secure and educated. The PM's vision is being executed well in UP. More power to our daughters and sisters! Jai Hind.
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Meera T
While the police recruitment numbers are impressive, true empowerment means changing mindsets. We need more awareness campaigns in schools and homes to tackle deep-rooted patriarchy. Women's Day should be about reflection and responsibility, not just speeches.
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Karthik V
Good to see focus on women's safety and political representation. The 33% quota will bring diverse perspectives to lawmaking. Hope it gets implemented soon without delays.

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