NEW DELHI, March 8 -- IN a unique social media initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday handed over his accounts on various platforms to seven woman achievers from different fields to share their life journeys and messages on the International Women's Day.

From a farmer to activists working in the fields of sanitation, disability rights, water conservation and fighting hunger to somebody dedicated to reviving Kashmir handicraft industry, women used Modi's accounts - which enjoy a huge following, to share their stories and spread their messages.

Known for his imaginative communication initiatives, the prime minister handed over his accounts on platforms like Twitter and FB to these women, saying they have done great work in a wid...