Maharashtra: On the occasion of International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8, several political leaders from Maharashtra took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to extend greetings and recognise the strength, resilience and contributions of women in shaping society.
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis shared a video highlighting the important role women have played in India’s progress across sectors such as education, science, politics, administration, arts and industry. The video also showcased initiatives introduced by the state government to support women, including the Mahila Sanman Yojana and Lakhpati Didi Yojana, aimed at strengthening economic empowerment and opportunities for women in Maharashtra. Sharing the video, Fadnavis wrote, “Happy International Women's Day! Celebrating the strength, resilience, and leadership of women, today and every day.”
Happy International Women's Day!
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) March 8, 2026
Celebrating the strength, resilience, and leadership of women, today and every day.
ध्येय महिला सक्षमीकरणाचे, महाराष्ट्राच्या विकासाचे!
आंतरराष्ट्रीय महिला दिनाच्या समस्त नारीशक्तीला हार्दिक शुभेच्छा!#आंतरराष्ट्रीय_महिला_दिन #महिला_दिन… pic.twitter.com/PjGM0DoeEI
Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also marked the occasion by sharing a message honouring women. Posting an image carrying the words, “From whose womb the entire world is born, that world power's name is woman,” Shinde extended heartfelt wishes to women across the state.
जिच्या उदरातून जन्म घेते दुनिया सारी,
— Eknath Shinde - एकनाथ शिंदे (@mieknathshinde) March 8, 2026
त्या विश्वशक्तीचे नाव आहे नारी...
जागतिक महिला दिनाच्या सर्व महिला भगिनींना मन:पूर्वक शुभेच्छा...#जागतिक_महिला_दिन #InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay pic.twitter.com/7gr8BZQ2nO
Sunetra Pawar shared a video message praising women as the foundation and strength of society. She highlighted the courage, patience and determination with which women overcome daily challenges and inspire others. Referring to historic figures such as Jijabai, Ahilyadevi Holkar and Savitribai Phule, Pawar said their ideals continue to guide the journey towards women’s empowerment. She also described it as an honour to serve as a woman leader in Maharashtra’s government and reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening opportunities for women, concluding her message with the words, “Jai Hind, Jai Maharashtra.”
महिला ही समाजाला दिशा देणारी शक्ती आहे. तिच्या धैर्य, संयम, निर्धार आणि परिश्रमांमुळे घर, गाव आणि राष्ट्र उभे राहते. स्वतः सक्षम होत इतरांनाही प्रेरणा देणाऱ्या सर्व महिलांना जागतिक महिला दिनाच्या हार्दिक शुभेच्छा!#जागतिक_महिला_दिन#InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/CD6VZXxQSh
— Sunetra Ajit Pawar (@SunetraA_Pawar) March 8, 2026
National Congress Party (SP) Leader Sharad Pawar also shared a message emphasising the transformative role women have played across fields including politics, education, culture, sports, administration and space exploration. He noted that despite facing discrimination and restrictive social traditions in the past, women have achieved remarkable success when given opportunities. Pawar urged society to oppose regressive mindsets and uphold the progressive legacy of Shiv, Shahu, Phule, and Ambedkar, as well as the ideals of inspiring figures like Rajmata Jijau, Savitribai Phule, and Ahilyabai Holkar.
जगामध्ये आतापर्यंत विविध क्षेत्रांत जी प्रगती झाली आहे, त्यामध्ये महिलांचं योगदान अनन्यसाधारण आहे. असं कोणतंही क्षेत्र नाही जिथं महिलांनी आपल्या कर्तृत्वाचा आणि नेतृत्वाचा ठसा उमटवलेला नाही. तत्कालीन समाजातील अनिष्ट रूढी-परंपरा आणि हीन विचारसरणीमुळे महिलांना नेहमीच अन्यायकारक… pic.twitter.com/U8C0A84Y3d
— Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) March 8, 2026
Meanwhile, Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde paid tribute to historic women leaders through a video shared on the occasion. In the caption accompanying the video, Tawde highlighted the contributions of figures such as Jijabai, Savitribai Phule, Rani Lakshmibai and Anandibai Joshi, stating that their courage, intellect and struggles laid the foundation for the rights and progress women enjoy today. She added that carrying forward their ideals would be the true tribute to their sacrifices while extending greetings to women on International Women’s Day.
शिक्षण, विचार आणि संघर्षातून समाज बदलण्याची ताकद ज्यांनी सिद्ध केली, अशा कर्तृत्ववान महामातांना मानाचा मुजरा!
— Ritu Tawde (@TawdeRitu) March 8, 2026
इतिहासाच्या पानांवर आपल्या पराक्रमाने, जिद्दीने आणि बुद्धिमत्तेने स्वाक्षरी करणाऱ्या या महान महिला केवळ नावे नाहीत, तर ते अन्यायाविरुद्ध पेटलेले 'मशाली' आहेत. माँ… pic.twitter.com/dUHaBH7mQk
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