In an exclusive interview to ANI, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the importance of women empowerment in the country and said, "No country can progress if its women are not equal partners in the development process. Going a step ahead of women development, we are working towards women-led development."

"'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao", was among the first programmes that this Government launched aimed at addressing the issue of declining Child Sex Ratio and educating the girl child. "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" has led to significant improvement in the Child Sex Ratio in various parts of India. It has taken the shape of a vibrant mass movement that is changing mindsets all over," the Prime Minister added highlighting his Government's vision on empowerment of women.