Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 31 (ANI): After Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Madhya Pradesh's capital Bhopal, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that the central government and the state government are working keeping in view the legacy of the veeranganas (queens).

PM Modi arrived here in Bhopal to attend the 'Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan' program on Saturday, the 300th birthday of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar. The Prime Minister also virtually inaugurated the Indore metro and the newly constructed Datia and Satna airports through a single click from the event at the Jamboree ground in the capital city.

Additionally, he laid the foundation stone for various development projects in the state and released the 'Commemorative Coin and Stamp' in honour of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar's 300th birthday.

After the program, CM Yadav told reporters, 'Today, PM Modi talked about the developments and work being done for women by the central government and the Madhya Pradesh government. He inaugurated Indore metro, two airports (Datia and Satna) and appreciated the efforts for women empowerment. The Modi government and our state government are working keeping in view the legacy of veeraanganas and talking about them by connecting with the present time is something through which we can improve the lives of our sisters.'

He further said, 'Regarding Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Modi has already said that 'goli ka jawab gole se diya jaayega'. It is also the strategy of our changing times, will power, the valour of our Army, good leadership and today's situation. Now, the world is getting acquainted with the terror incident that India has faced in the past. The world agrees that if there is any obstacle in India's progress, then the terrorists are sent from neighbouring countries.'

PM Modi remembered all the brave veeranganas, including Rani Durgawati and Devi Ahilyabai and explained the importance of women empowerment for India. Additionally, he also introduced everyone about the changing policies of India in the changing times, the CM added.

Speaking to ANI, Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla said that PM Modi's speech instilled tremendous enthusiasm in the entire audience present on the occasion.

'Today, PM Narendra Modi's speech about women empowerment, Ahilyabai's resolution of justice and good governance, and the strong will to end terrorism like Naxalism, instilled tremendous enthusiasm in the entire audience. A woman with self-respect can keep the nation at ultimate glory for a long time. Devi Ahilyabai always worked in this direction and PM Modi is also working on the same line. He warned Pakistan that if a bullet is fired on our citizen, then we will not be behind to retaliate,' Shukla said.

Meanwhile, BJP state chief VD Sharma said that the prime minister gave a great message about women's power during the women's empowerment convention program in the capital city.

'PM Narendra Modi gave a great message about 'Naari Shakti' in the Mahasammelan of women empowerment today... Pakistan was clearly told that bullets would be answered with shells. This is the new India, this is the India of the Prime Minister. He has given a strong message in today's program here,' Sharma told ANI.

Additionally, Madhya Pradesh Minister Prahlad Singh Patel said that Prime Minister Modi began working on women's empowerment in 2014 and that women's empowerment is behind every scheme of his government.

'This day is dedicated to Devi Ahilyabai Holkar; her fame and her glory. When we recall history, the work done by Lokmata Ahilyabai for women's empowerment in the 18th century, why can it not be done today? But I say with great pride that PM Modi started the work of women's empowerment from 2014. Women empowerment is behind every scheme of his, the country will have to accept this,' Patel said.

Furthermore, Minister Narendra Shivaji Patel said that it was a historic programme held here in the capital city and claimed that, like Ahilyabai Holkar, PM Modi is establishing a similar state.

'When PM Narendra Modi speaks, enthusiasm, excitement, and energy are generated in the country. At today's historic event, two lakh women from Madhya Pradesh participated. PM Modi talked about Operation Sindoor and said that Sindoor symbolises our valour, motivating the whole crowd of women. Under the leadership of PM Modi, the country is developing quickly in all sectors...Just like the state established by Ahilyabai Holkar, a similar state is being established today under PM Modi's leadership,' Patel said. (ANI)