Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned derogatory language allegedly used from the Congress-RJD platform. During the event, he said, "A mother is the world to us, our dignity. What happened recently in rich tradition Bihar was unimaginable. My mother, who has no connection with politics, was needlessly targeted."
PM Modi continued, "We won't tolerate insults to our mothers, and such actions won't be endured; this insult isn't just to my mother but rather every mother, sister, and daughter in the nation."
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In his virtual address, Modi expressed pain, "Every mother of Bihar felt hurt seeing and hearing this. The pain felt in my heart is mirrored in the hearts of the people of Bihar."
Thoughts that insult mothers perceive women as weak - PM Modi
During his address, he pointed out that derogatory words targeted at a mother with no political ties were an attack on society. He emphasized, "Thinking that insults a mother perceives women as weak. This mindset considers women as objects of exploitation and oppression, causing mothers, sisters, and daughters to bear the most suffering."
'A mother's place is above even deities', says PM
Modi stated, "A poor mother endures hardships to educate her children, valuing mothers above deities. This belief is rooted in Bihar's culture." He shared his anguish, emphasizing the significance of his mother's blessing in his life's journey.
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During the event, PM Modi launched a new initiative for women's economic empowerment in Bihar, asserting that the insult to his mother equates to disrespecting mothers across the nation.
PM Modi launches Bihar State Livelihood Fund Credit Cooperative
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated a new facility for Bihar's women. He virtually launched Bihar State Livelihood Fund Credit Cooperative Federation Limited and transferred 105 crore rupees to the institution's account. Modi noted that this initiative will ensure women associated with livelihoods in every village of Bihar receive easy financial aid, supporting their ventures and businesses to thrive.
