 "International Women's Day: Narendra Modi, Smriti Irani, Rajyavardhan Rathore join #SheInspiresMe campaign")
The 2018 International Women’s Day is being celebrated by an array of personalities world-over. From politicians to actors, sportspersons and everyone in between — people everywhere are celebrating the day of/for the woman. Closer to home, India's prime minister Narendra Modi also commemorated the day. Modi took to his Twitter account to celebrate 8 March through a series of tweets. Saying that several women had left an “indelible mark in the history of mankind” through their “exemplary deeds”, Modi then brought to light the work of Kunwar Bai, the mascot of his flagship Clean India mission, and paid tribute to her contributions to society, especially Chhattisgarh’s Kotabharri village. Modi also shared photographs and a video clip of him felicitating Kunwar Bai during a programme in the state two years ago. Using the hash tag #SheInspiresMe, the prime minister then went on to urge people to write about women who had inspired them during the course of their life.
Through their exemplary deeds, several women have left an indelible mark in the history of humankind. They continue to inspire generations. I urge you to write about some women who inspire you. #SheInspiresMe
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2018
#SheInspiresMe- Kunwar Bai, who died earlier this year at the age of 106. Hailing from Chhattisgarh, she sold her goats in order to build toilets. Her contribution towards a Swachh Bharat can never be forgotten. I am deeply inspired by her noble gesture. pic.twitter.com/eANQz01ZYE
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2018
I will always cherish the time when I had the opportunity to seek Kunwar Bai’s blessings during one of my visits to Chhattisgarh. Kunwar Bai lives on in the hearts and minds of all those who are passionate towards fulfilling Bapu’s dream of a clean India. #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/Gdt5STszgr
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2018
Since then, several other notable personalities have taken to Twitter to talk about the women who have left an impact on them and inspired them in some way.
My mother used to always tell me never to compromise on human values and perform my duties with utmost honesty. She gave me the best lessons of life without herself having any formal education.
— Sarbananda Sonowal (@sarbanandsonwal) March 8, 2018
That's the power of a mother and a woman. Respect forever. #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/FLJfRckun3
From a young minister at 25 to redefining citizens outreach as EAM, @SushmaSwaraj ji made us believe every goal can be achieved through sheer hard work. A powerhouse in administration and Sangathan - #SheInspiresMe! pic.twitter.com/hiOGM8zzOI
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) March 8, 2018
CRPF Constable Kamlesh Kumari, the only woman Ashok Chakra awardee, laid down her life defending the Parliament House on December 13, 2001. #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/4ppYn21l6j
— Temsutula Imsong #MissionTayimba (@temsutulaimsong) March 8, 2018
#SheInspiresMe - I'm proud of all the courageous women in our Central Armed Forces. As directed by PM @narendramodi ji 33% of Central Armed Forces will be women. I salute the hard work and dedication of each of our female warriors #InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/myQJTQ2Urj
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) March 8, 2018
While speaking about her experiences when a lady village level entrepreneur got nervous before the audiences, Minister Smriti Irani walked up to her to extend encouragement and support. An outstanding gesture of kindness from @smritiirani #NariShakti4NewIndia pic.twitter.com/tg1SCEGa43
— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) March 8, 2018
#SheInspiresMe
— Col Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) March 8, 2018
Had it not been for my mother's precious lessons, I would never have made through the tough exams in life!
Her compassion, commitment and courage are the values that have made me what I am today! 🙏😇#WomensDay pic.twitter.com/HBr0TwJZi7
I can honestly say that the best of who I am as a man and how I show up today is primarily due to these three wonderful women in my life. They are my pillars of strength & continue to inspire me. #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/iOaQntdNSQ
— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) March 8, 2018
My heartiest congratulations to Muskan Kirar of State Archery Academy for clinching a gold in the women's compound at the #ArcheryAsiaCup. We are proud of your achievement. #WomensDay #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/E2JmFHVauC
— Shivraj Singh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) March 8, 2018
Subhasini Mistry forged ahead with a dream, determined to succeed against all odds; channelised a personal tragedy to serve a greater good -#SheInspiresMe! pic.twitter.com/eVJiVDHhYm
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) March 8, 2018
#SheInspiresMe- I'm proud of Anshu Janshenpa the first woman in the world to achieve two double ascent of Mt. Everest & a double ascent in 5 days! I salute her on #InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/Bj5zvBLnDR
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) March 8, 2018
Rukmini Devi Arundale, was an Indian theosophist, choreographer, Bharatanatyam dancer, an influential opinion-maker. Took up the cause of Bharatanatyam, considered a vulgar art in the early 1920s. #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/EXV49HrJd1
— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) March 8, 2018
Rani Mangammal (1689-1704) #மங்கம்மாள் of the Madurai Nayaka rulers. During her reign Madurai first came into direct contact with Delhi - the Mughal Empire. Was known for her diplomatic, political skills & military campaigns. Her capital was Tiruchi. #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/VoDQgX20mu
— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) March 8, 2018
Kalpana Chawla was the first Indian woman to go to space. She passed away in the infamous Columbia disaster in 2003 when the space shuttle disintegrated over Texas while re-entering the earth's atmosphere hours before it was scheduled to conclude its 28th mission. #SheInspiresMe
— Pon Radhakrishnan (@PonnaarrBJP) March 8, 2018
Puja Thakur -Wing Commander Puja Thakur was the first woman to lead the Guard of Honour for a major visiting dignitary at the Presidential residence, the said major visiting dignitary being President Obama,one of the world's most powerful men in the recent times. #SheInspiresMe
— Pon Radhakrishnan (@PonnaarrBJP) March 8, 2018
#SheInspiresMe - I'm proud of our famous 'Produnova' @DipaKarmakar and salute her on #InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/lL1H2yx5Fa
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) March 8, 2018
My late mother – Smt Girija Sastry, a fighter who fought against cancer for over 2 decades & did not let the disease stall her spirited support for public service – is an epitome of how powerful woman kind is. And a role model for me#SheInspiresMe – a true #AdamyaChetana she is pic.twitter.com/TQvXQTaBCV
— Ananthkumar (@AnanthKumar_BJP) March 8, 2018
Like any other, I lift luggage as well as responsibilities with ease: Chandrakala,
— North Western Railway (@NWRailways) March 8, 2018
Lady Coolie of Gandhinagar Jaipur station of @NWRailways #Railways4Women#SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/cCW0TMmMOs
During my travel to Chennai, I met Mrs Rani Ashok who had immense knowledge about meditation&yoga. She also teaches meditation to school children. Discussed a lot about spirituality.Her depth of knowledge over the spiritual domains inspired me#SheInspiresMe#NariShakthi4NewIndia
— Arjun Ram Meghwal (@arjunrammeghwal) March 8, 2018
Sushilaben from Surat has been empowered by becoming the proud owner of a Pink Rickshaw after availing a loan under the Pradhanmantri MUDRA Yojana. #WomensDay #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/F5wAwC8Ktg
— Darshana Jardosh (@DarshanaJardosh) March 8, 2018
She gloried in my Ability ! My mother is my inspiration. Do write about some Women who inspires you. #SheInspiresMe #NariShaktihttps://t.co/AJysDARrrX pic.twitter.com/Zy8QSctGPl
— Maneka Sanjay Gandhi (@Manekagandhibjp) March 8, 2018
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