On the occasion of National Girl Child Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the government’s dedication to empowering girls and providing them with a wide range of opportunities.
Taking to X, PM Modi praised the achievements of girls in various fields and reiterated the government’s focus on fostering gender equality.
“Today, on National Girl Child Day, we reiterate our commitment to keep empowering the girl child and ensure a wide range of opportunities for her. India is proud of the accomplishments of the girl child across all fields. Their feats continue to inspire us all,” PM Modi wrote.
Highlighting the government’s initiatives, he added: “Our Government has focused on sectors like education, technology, skills, healthcare, etc., which have contributed to empowering the girl child. We are equally resolute in ensuring no discrimination happens against the girl child.”
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also extended his wishes, emphasizing that “gender equality is the basis of true progress.” Kharge called for renewed efforts to eliminate gender discrimination and ensure girls receive the opportunities they deserve.
In a post on X, Kharge wrote: “Gender equality is the basis of true progress. Congress-UPA established National Girl Child Day in 2008, rooted in India’s constitutional principles. Let the observance of #NationalGirlChildDay become a reminder to rededicate ourselves towards ending gender discrimination and providing every girl with the opportunities she deserves—education, healthcare, safety, and proper nutrition.”
Observed annually on January 24, National Girl Child Day was initiated in 2008 by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to highlight the importance of empowering girls and addressing gender-based challenges.
The day serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the rights of girls, promote their education, and ensure they are given equal opportunities free from gender biases.
According to the Ministry of Women and Child Development, the day is also focused on addressing societal issues such as female foeticide, the declining sex ratio, and gender discrimination. By promoting education and healthcare, the initiative seeks to create an inclusive environment where girls can thrive and contribute to society without barriers.
National Girl Child Day underscores the need to change societal attitudes towards girls and to foster a culture of equality and respect. By addressing inequalities and advocating for gender parity, the government and society aim to ensure a brighter future for the girl child in India.