Industrialist Anand Mahindra penned an emotional note for BJP leader Smriti Irani after her speech on motherhood, saying her words had moved not only women in the audience but many men, including him. Recalling his own mother's unwavering love and support, Mahindra said he continues to draw strength from her memory every day. He also expressed confidence that Irani's son would one day cherish her "tenacity" and unconditional love in the same way.