In Bhubaneswar, Odisha, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized India's dedication to women-led development during the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas panel titled 'Nari Shakti: Celebrating Women's Leadership and Influence'. He highlighted the integration of this concept into India's foreign policy and its significance in the nation's journey towards a 'Viksit Bharat'.
Jaishankar mentioned India's strong advocacy for women-led development during its G20 presidency, which was eventually accepted into the G20 framework. He also noted similar efforts at the Summit of the Future, emphasizing India's development cooperation with 78 countries, focusing on gender-sensitive issues and women's equality.
He stressed the importance of addressing traditional societal attitudes to progress towards a modern, tech-centric India, highlighting the need to utilize the full potential of women, who constitute 50% of the talent pool.
Jaishankar underscored the impact of role models in society, advocating for their replication and normalization to drive societal transformation.
The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention, organized in partnership with the Odisha State Government, serves as a platform for the Indian diaspora to connect and contribute to India's development. The 18th edition, themed 'Diaspora's Contribution to a Viksit Bharat', saw participation from diaspora members across 50 countries.
EAM stands for External Affairs Minister. In India, this is the person responsible for managing the country's relationships with other countries.
Jaishankar refers to S Jaishankar, who is the current External Affairs Minister of India. He is responsible for India's foreign relations and international policies.
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is a special day celebrated in India to honor the contributions of the Indian diaspora, which means Indians living outside India, to the development of the country.
Odisha is a state located on the eastern coast of India. It is known for its rich culture, history, and beautiful temples.
G20 presidency refers to the leadership role that India holds in the Group of Twenty (G20), which is an international forum for governments and central bank governors from 19 countries and the European Union.
Gender-sensitive issues are problems or topics that specifically affect people differently based on their gender, like equal opportunities for men and women.
Indian diaspora refers to people of Indian origin who live outside India. They often maintain cultural and emotional ties with India and contribute to its development in various ways.
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