Orissa, Feb. 23 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that as a special initiative dedicated to women's empowerment, he will hand over his social media accounts to a few inspiring women, 'Naari Shakti', from across the country on International Women's Day.

He mentioned that this would give women a platform to share their stories and accomplishments. He also encouraged women to take part in this initiative.

PM Modi also said that International Women's Day is a special occasion to honour India's Naari Shakti (women power), highlighting their contributions to shaping the nation's past, present, and future.

Quoting a shloka from Devi Mahatmya -- a Hindu philosophical text -- PM Modi explained that it signifies how "all forms of k...