Women-led development: India’s most powerful growth engine
Empowering women is no longer just a social goal. It is the key to inclusive growth, stronger governance and a more resilient economy
Chandigarh, Updated At : 05:00 AM Mar 09, 2026 IST
Every year International Women’s Day brings renewed focus on gender equality and women’s empowerment. In India, the discourse around women’s empowerment has evolved significantly. Earlier policies primarily treated women as beneficiaries of welfare programmes focusing on health, nutrition and education.
