PM Modi on the occasion of the National Girl Child Day saluted the `daughters of the nation` and praised all those working towards the empowerment of the girl child and ensure them a life of dignity and opportunity. The National Girl Child Day is celebrated on January 24 to spread awareness on the inequalities girls have to face. The Prime Minister also extended greetings and saluted the accomplishments of the girl child in various fields. The National Girl Child Day was launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in 2008 to spread public awareness on inequalities girls faced in Indian society. On this occasion, the government of India will organize awareness campaigns under Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scheme today.