Srinagar, May 18 -- Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Sunday said the mainstreaming of Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has led to a visible aspirational surge among women, reflected in rising self-confidence, competitiveness and leadership across sectors.

He said women from Jammu and Kashmir are increasingly emerging as equal stakeholders in India's growth story and are excelling in competitive examinations, startups, self-help groups, science, technology and public service.

The Minister was addressing "Shakti Samwad", an interactive meeting with State Women Commissions organised by the National Commission for Women at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre.

The event was led by NCW Chairpe...