Chandigarh, May 5 Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday inaugurated a seminar and exhibition jointly organised by Kurukshetra University and the Information, Public Relations and Languages Department in the university.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister said the dream of 'Viksit Bharat 2047' can be realised only through the development of women.
"When women are empowered, the nation will scale new heights."
He said that Kurukshetra is the land where Lord Krishna guided Arjuna by delivering the message of the Gita during the Mahabharata, showing the path of duty and righteousness.
"The war of Mahabharata is not merely for power, but against injustice. The insult of a woman conveyed to society that remaining silent in the face of injustice is also unrighteous."
He added that even today, society must raise its voice against injustice by following this ideology.
Earlier, Chief Minister Saini visited the women empowerment exhibition set up at the Crush Hall and inaugurated the seminar at the auditorium by lighting the ceremonial lamp followed by singing of Vande Mataram.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister also released the seminar souvenir prepared by the Public Relations Department and the souvenir of the art festival.
Describing the women as the cornerstone of nation-building, Chief Minister Saini said the dream of a 'Developed India' cannot be fulfilled unless the women are empowered.
He emphasised the need to strengthen four key pillars of Viksit Bharat -- women, farmers, youth, and the poor.
He added that strengthening farmers strengthens the foundation of the nation, while the youth should be encouraged to become job creators rather than job seekers.
"Empowering the poor is also a priority in nation-building."
The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, several concrete steps have been taken for women's empowerment.
"There was a time when families hesitated to send daughters far away for education, and many girls were deprived of studies due to safety concerns."
Understanding this issue, a comprehensive roadmap was prepared, and now colleges have been established within a radius of every 20 km so that girls do not have to travel far and can study in a safe environment.
"Today, the results are visible, girls are studying freely, progressing, and fulfilling their dreams. Through self-help groups, women's incomes have increased significantly, with many earning in lakhs, strengthening both their confidence and social standing," the Chief Minister added.
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