Visits Zanana Park, reviews women’s grievances
JAMMU, Jun 12: Former Minister and BJP Jammu & Kashmir Vice President Priya Sethi on Thursday said that women have emerged as the driving force behind India’s growth story under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose government has placed women at the centre of governance and development during the last 12 years.
Priya Sethi made these remarks during her visit to Zanana Park in Jammu East, where she reviewed the facilities available for women and took stock of the grievances being faced by regular visitors to the park.
During the visit, Sethi held detailed discussions with women who regularly visit the park. She listened to their concerns regarding maintenance, cleanliness, safety measures and other civic amenities.
The BJP leader also directed officials of to address the genuine issues raised by women and ensure that the park remains a safe, clean and welcoming recreational space.
Interacting with the women, Sethi emphasized the importance of creating public spaces that promote the well-being, health and empowerment of women.
She said that women today are playing a leading role in every sphere of national development and deserve quality infrastructure and facilities that support their participation in social and community life.
Highlighting the achievements of the Narendra Modi-led government over the past 12 years, Sethi said that the vision of “Nari Shakti-led Development” has transformed the lives of millions of women across the country.
She noted that more than 32 crore women have been empowered through Jan Dhan accounts, while over Rs 16 lakh crore has been disbursed to women entrepreneurs under the Mudra Yojana.
“Women are no longer beneficiaries alone; they are active contributors and leaders of India’s growth story. The Modi government has placed women at the centre of every major policy and decision, ensuring their economic, social and political empowerment,” Priya Sethi said.
She further highlighted that over three crore women farmers have benefited under PM-KISAN, more than 17 crore women workers have been registered on e-SHRAM, and over 10.5 crore women have received benefits under the Ujjwala Yojana.
She also pointed out that more than three crore women-led MSMEs are contributing to economic growth, while over three crore Lakhpati Didis are creating prosperity in rural India.
Reaffirming the BJP’s commitment to women’s empowerment, Priya Sethi said that the goal today is not merely women’s development but women-led development, which is shaping a stronger and more inclusive India.