On International Women’s Day, I salute the indomitable courage and stellar achievements of women.
Today, we renew our pledge to make women an equal and integral part of our development journey. My Government has initiated several measures aimed at bringing about a positive change in the lives of women. That is central to our vision of India`s progress and a life of dignity and opportunity for all our citizens.
The ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ Yojana seeks to usher in a paradigm shift in attitudes towards the girl child and places emphasis on educating the girl child. The Sukanya Samruddhi Yojana will provide support for marriage and education of young women. MUDRA Bank will help thousands of women achieve financial independence.
The Union Budget which has been presented recently, unveils broadbased social security schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Bima Yojana and Atal Pension Yojana. These will benefit women in a big way.
Our heads hang in shame when we hear of instances of crime against women. We must walk shoulder-to-shoulder to end all forms of discrimination or injustice against women. The Government is setting up One-Stop-Centres that will provide assistance, legal advice and psychological counselling to women who face violence or abuse. The Government is also commencing a mobile helpline to enable women to dial 181 for access to counselling and referral services.
I seek the support of one and all, in transforming our vision into reality.
Published By : Admin | March 8, 2015 | 09:45 IST
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Under India’s presidency, last year, the G20 emerged as as the voice of the Global South: PM Modi
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Excellencies,
I welcome the valuable suggestions given and positive thoughts expressed by all of you. WIth respect to India’s proposals, my team will share all details with you, and we will move forward on all subjects in a time bound manner.
Excellencies,
Relations between India and CARICOM countries are based on our shared past experiences, our shared present day needs and our shared aspirations for the future.
India is totally committed to taking these relations to new heights. In all our efforts, we have focused on the concerns of the Global south, and its priorities.
Under India’s presidency, last year, the G20 emerged as as the voice of the Global South. Yesterday, in Brazil as well, i called on the global community to give priority to the countries of the Global south.
I am pleased that India and all our CARICOM friends agree that reforms are necessary in global institutions .
They need to mould themselves to today’s world and to today’s society. This is the need of the hour. In order to make this a reality, close cooperation with CARICOM and CARICOM's support are very important.
Excellencies,
The decisions taken at our meeting today, will add new dimensions to our cooperation in every sector. The India-CARICOM Joint Commission and Joint Working Groups will have an important role to play in implementing them.
In order to take our positive cooperation forward, I propose that the 3rd CARICOM Summit be organised in India.
Once again, I express my heartfelt gratitude to President Irfaan Ali, to Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, to the CARICOM secretariat, and to all of you.
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