Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (March 8) announced the nomination of renowned philanthropist and social worker Sudha Murty to the Rajya Sabha. The Prime Minister commended Murty's contributions across various fields, including social work, philanthropy, and education, which he described as "immense and inspiring."
PM Modi highlighted the diversity of Sudha Murty's achievements and emphasised her commitment to making a positive impact on society.
I am delighted that the President of India has nominated @SmtSudhaMurty Ji to the Rajya Sabha. Sudha Ji's contributions to diverse fields including social work, philanthropy and education have been immense and inspiring. Her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to… pic.twitter.com/lL2b0nVZ8F
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2024
He expressed his confidence that Murty's presence in the Rajya Sabha would serve as a powerful testament to the strength and potential of women in shaping the destiny of the nation, affirming the government's dedication to 'Nari Shakti' or women empowerment.
First Published: Mar 8, 2024 1:16 PM IST
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