Chandigarh, March 18 -- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday called for a paradigm shift in the role of women in society, asserting that those who efficiently manage households and families are equally capable of leading the country.

Speaking at a high-profile felicitation ceremony for grassroots entrepreneurs in Mohali, the Chief Minister positioned women at the heart of the state's growth trajectory, emphasizing that true empowerment is rooted in quality education, robust representation, and sustainable economic opportunities.

The Chief Minister urged women to break traditional barriers and actively participate in politics to become equal partners in the decision-making process. Highlighting a significant shift in the ...