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Priyanka Swami is Senior Associate – Research and Writing. She writes about development, analyses socio-economic trends, and explores how politics shapes policy and progress. With a degree in journalism, she brings significant experience in writing and editing across a diverse range of subjects, including lifestyle, branding, and politics.
The story of women empowerment in India has found new protagonists—the Namo Drone Didis. These women are breaking barriers and embracing technology, showcasing strength and potential of women in the modern world. A constant stream in PM Modi’s overall vision for India has been women-led development. Over the past 10 years, several steps have been taken to honour and empower women. ‘Beti’, ‘Matru’, and ‘Didi’ have served as key touchpoints
Shanti Devi, from Deeppura village in the Neem Ka Thana district of Rajasthan, has witnessed the many evolving faces of India throughout her lifetime. When asked about her age, she replies with a thoughtful expression, “Teen saal, 80 baras“. At 83, she also embodies the changing status of women in our country. She was married young, just a few years after Independence. “I had to wake up early in the morning to relieve myself before
