India, Aug. 23 -- Beyond statistical growth, unlocking India's full economic potential requires transforming female workforce participation into quality, dignified employment.

Delivering the Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi placed Nari Shakti, the power of India's women, at the heart of the nation's journey to 2047. He celebrated the progress Indian women have made, from flying fighter jets, leading in STEM, building semiconductors in Sanand. He also appreciated the achievements of 'Lakhpati Didis' and 'Drone Didis' and appealed to Parliament to enact the Nari Shakti Vandan Act's 33%. This moment is a useful entry point as the country looks ahead to its vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, reflecting on the strides alre...