Key Points
Esha Deol praises women's accomplishments on International Women's Day
Actress emphasizes importance of supporting women's dreams
Returns to acting with OTT series 'Rudra'
PM Modi honors 'Nari Shakti' with social media takeover
In a conversation with ANI, she said, "...Women are ahead in every field...it feels great to see this... We should never forget our dreams. She (woman) should be given wings to fly, whether she is your daughter, daughter-in-law, sister or mother..."
The daughter of veteran actors Dharmendra and Hema Malini has featured in several big films like 'Dhoom', 'Dus', and 'No Entry'.
She made her acting comeback last year, with the thriller series 'Rudra: The Edge of Darkness' alongside actor Ajay Devgn which premiered exclusively on the OTT platform Disney+ Hotstar.
She will be seen starring alongside Anupam Kher in 'Tumko Meri Kasam'.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to 'Nari Shakti,' recognizing the strength and contributions of women on the occasion of International Women's Day.
In a post on X, PM Modi announced that his social media platforms would be taken over by women from diverse fields, showcasing their achievements on the occasion.
"We bow to our Nari Shakti on #WomensDay! Our Government has always worked for empowering women, reflecting in our schemes and programmes. Today, as promised, my social media properties will be taken over by women who are making a mark in diverse fields!" the Prime Minister said.
Meanwhile, in an initiative, the Central Railway said that for the first time, a Vande Bharat Express was fully operated by an all-women crew, showcasing the empowerment of women.
"For the first time ever, a Vande Bharat Express is being fully operated by an all-women crew, departing from CSMT on this #InternationalWomensDay! Train No. 22223 CSMT - Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express left CSMT today with an all-women crew," the Central Railway posted on X.
