Kolkata, March 8 -- On the occasion of International Women's Day, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that every woman owns the strength and power to shape her world, as she is not weaker than anyone or inferior.

"There should never be just one day dedicated to women, for every single day belongs to every woman. Every woman owns the strength and power to shape her world every day. I urge all my mothers and sisters--there has never been a better time to recognize the depth of your strength. We are not weaker than anyone, nor are we inferior. Beyond physical strength, it is our inner resilience, the courage to stand tall, and the resolve to fight back that determine how far we can go and how quickly we can win the battles ahead...