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Anju Devi, a Bihar panchayat leader, credits PM Modi for enabling women’s participation in governance through policies like 50% reservation. She highlights how central schemes like PMAY and Ujjwala have uplifted rural communities. Devi urges stronger measures for women’s safety and expanded digital access in villages. Her remarks reflect the growing impact of grassroots leadership in shaping India’s development.

Key Points: Bihar Leader Anju Devi Credits Modi for Women's Grassroots Empowerment

  • Anju Devi highlights Modi's Digital India vision transforming rural governance
  • 50% reservation empowering women in panchayat leadership
  • Central schemes like PMAY and Ujjwala benefiting rural communities
  • Calls for stricter action on women's safety and digital expansion in villages
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Women stepping out, stepping up: Bihar leader credits Modi govt for grassroots change

Bihar's Anju Devi praises Modi's policies for boosting women's leadership in local governance, citing 50% reservation and digital initiatives.

"Earlier, women were restricted to the four walls of the house. But today, due to 50 pc reservation, women are stepping into leadership roles. – Anju Devi"

New Delhi, Aug 14

On the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day, Anju Devi, the elected head of Devariya Taruanwa Gram Panchayat in Bihar, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership, while calling for greater empowerment of women at all levels of society.

Speaking to IANS ahead of the national celebration where grassroots leaders from across the country have been invited to the Red Fort as special guests, Anju Devi said, “Prime Minister Modi is doing exceptional work for the entire country. His vision of a Digital India will definitely be fulfilled one day.”

Anju Devi, a proud woman leader at the grassroots level, emphasised how 50 per cent reservation in local governance has transformed the role of women in Indian society. “Earlier, women were restricted to the four walls of the house. But today, due to 50 pc reservation, women are stepping into leadership roles and contributing to governance. I stand before you as a living example of this change,” she said.

She also stressed that women — who constitute half the population — must rise to claim their rightful place in society. “We must come forward with confidence and lead in every sphere. We need to stand for our dignity and take active roles in shaping the future of our communities.”

Highlighting the impact of central government schemes, she noted that initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, PM Kisan Yojana, Ujjwala Yojana, and the Vishwakarma Scheme have brought tangible benefits to rural citizens.

Anju Devi also made a heartfelt appeal to the Prime Minister: “The government should take stricter action wherever women are being subjected to atrocities. Women’s safety and dignity must remain a top priority.”

She concluded with a forward-looking request, urging the central government to bring more development projects to rural areas. “Let more digital initiatives reach our villages too, so our gram panchayat can also become fully digital. We want to see our villages move forward just like our cities.”

- IANS

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Rahul R
While I appreciate the progress, let's not forget many panchayats still have "proxy women leaders" where husbands make decisions. True empowerment means women getting actual decision-making power, not just seats.
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Anjali F
Ujjwala Yojana changed my life! No more smoke-filled kitchen and breathing problems. But sisters, we must also educate our daughters - schemes alone won't bring change. Padhega India tabhi toh badhega India!
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Sarah B
As an NRI visiting after 5 years, I'm amazed at the digital progress in villages! My cousin in UP now does banking on her phone. But infrastructure needs improvement - many places still lack proper internet connectivity.
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Karthik V
Good to see positive stories from Bihar! For too long our state was known only for backwardness. Now women leaders like Anju Devi are changing perceptions. But we need this change in all states, not just a few.
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Meera T
The real test will be whether these women leaders can continue their work after their terms end. In my district, many ex-sarpanches return to being housewives because society doesn't accept "permanent" women leaders. Mindsets must change!

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