Women achievers to manage PM's social media accounts on March 8

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that he will hand over his various social media accounts to women achievers in different fields to mark the International Women's Day on March 8 and lauded the increasing participation of women in different sectors.

- Sanjay Maurya

NEW DELHI:

Addressing the 119th episode of his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, the prime minister also encouraged people to observe National Science Day by spending "one day as a scientist", which he said will foster curiosity among children and youth about science.

PM Modi said, "These are the times of board exams. I extend my best wishes to my young friends and the exam warriors for upcoming exams. Approach your papers with a positive spirit, without any stress."

"This time on Women's Day I am going to hand over my social media accounts like X and Instagram to some inspiring women of the country," Modi said. "Let's us celebrate and respect the indomitable spirit of women."

The PM said these successful women in different fields will speak about their work and experience on his social media accounts.