Women's Day 2025: Meet the 6 achievers who took over PM Modi's social media
Mar 8, 2025, 23:21 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued his tradition of celebrating International Women’s Day (March 8) by handing over his social media accounts to six accomplished women from various fields on Saturday.
The gesture reflects PM's commitment to "Nari Shakti" (women empowerment), allowing these achievers to share their inspiring journeys. The women featured were Vaishali Rameshbabu from Chennai, Dr Anjlee Agarwal from Delhi, Anita Devi from Nalanda, Elina Mishra from Bhubaneswar, Ajaita Shah from Rajasthan, and Shilpi Soni from Sagar.
On International Women's Day 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over his social media accounts to six remarkable women from diverse fields, allowing them to share their inspiring stories and messages.
1. Vaishali Rameshbabu
A chess prodigy from Chennai, Vaishali Rameshbabu achieved the title of Chess Grandmaster in 2023. She has been competing at high levels since the age of six, making significant contributions to Indian chess.
2. Dr. Anjlee Agarwal
Based in Delhi, Dr. Anjlee Agarwal is the founder of Samarthyam Centre for Universal Accessibility. She is a leading advocate for inclusive mobility and barrier-free infrastructure, working tirelessly to make public spaces more accessible for differently-abled individuals.
3. Anita Devi
Known as the 'Mushroom Lady of Bihar,' Anita Devi established the Madhopur Farmers Producers Company in 2016. Her initiative has empowered numerous rural women through mushroom cultivation, providing them with opportunities for financial independence.
4. Ajaita Shah
An entrepreneur from Rajasthan, Ajaita Shah is the founder and CEO of Frontier Markets. Her organization has empowered over 35,000 digitally enabled women entrepreneurs, helping them become self-reliant business owners and bridging the gap between rural markets and economic growth.
5. Elina Mishra
A nuclear scientist at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) in Mumbai, Elina Mishra is involved in cutting-edge research and technology. She took over PM Modi's social media accounts alongside Shilpi Soni.
6. Shilpi Soni
Shilpi Soni is a distinguished space scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). She collaborates with Elina Mishra in advancing India's scientific endeavors.
This initiative by PM Modi highlights the achievements of these extraordinary women, inspiring others and promoting the cause of women's empowerment across the nation.