Women who run the household should now run the country: Bhagwant Mann
Women urged to play a bigger role in politics on the occasion of honoring women entrepreneurs
Darshan Singh Sodhi
Nabaz-e-Punjab, Mohali, 18th March 2026:
Positioning women at the centre of Punjab’s growth story, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday laid out an expansive vision for their role in governance, economy and society, asserting that real empowerment lies in education, representation and economic opportunity. Speaking at a felicitation event awarding grassroot entrepreneurs in Mohali, he gave a detailed account of the AAP government’s initiatives, from job reservations and direct financial support to large-scale livelihood programmes, while urging women to step into decision-making roles and reshape the state’s future.
Addressing the gathering after felicitating women entrepreneurs, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “It is imperative that girls come forward and empower themselves through education. It is in the larger interest of the nation, as women who manage homes and families efficiently should also run the country. The state government is committed to this noble cause and is leaving no stone unturned for it.”
Encouraging greater political participation, he said, “Girls must come forward and participate in politics to become active partners in decision-making and bring necessary change in society. Today, girls have outnumbered boys in almost every field, but politics is still an exception. This field has long been considered a fiefdom of men, but the time has come for women to excel here as well. Women’s participation is essential to build an egalitarian society and strengthen democracy at the grassroots level. Women must ensure that they and their families exercise their vote carefully so that the right leaders are elected to the Assembly and Parliament.”
Highlighting the broader vision for the state, the Punjab CM continued, “This will help make Punjab a progressive and prosperous state. It is a matter of pride that girls are excelling in all fields today, and the state government has made consistent and focused efforts to empower women. AAP government has appointed several women as Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police, which is a major shift from earlier times. This is the highest number of women posted in these positions by any government.”
Meanwhile, AAP Punjab Prabhari Manish Sisodia stated, “Earlier, such functions were limited to women achievers from affluent families. For the first time, women from common families are being honoured. This movement will go a long way in transforming the lives of women through empowerment and inspiring others to excel as nation builders.”
On the occasion, Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond, and others were also present.
