Since then she has made several visits to the NGO's offices in Ahmedabad and Mumbai.

'I look forward to meeting old friends when I go to SEWA. I am excited to see the expansion of their work,' said Clinton.

While stressing that much more remained to be done for women empowerment, Clinton said that the development of a nation is directly linked to the progress of women.

'It is absolutely undeniable that the progress of women is directly linked to the progress of any country. The more women have the rights, education, employment opportunities, access to credit, role in decision making in family and community, the more development will take place...

'Progress that has been made is extraordinary. But much more needs to be done. It is a priority of Indian government to create more literacy among women,' said Clinton.

Clinton arrived here late Friday and was immediately taken to the Taj hotel, where she is staying during her sojourn in Mumbai as a mark of solidarity with the victims of the 26/11 terror attack.

Clinton will fly to New Delhi Sunday for meetings with India's political leaders and members of the civil society.