On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for support for the amended women's quota bill, which is scheduled for a vote in the Lok Sabha. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government has linked this bill to a controversial delimitation process, which aims to redraw Lok Sabha seats. The government currently lacks the two-thirds majority needed to pass the amendment independently. Modi's social media appeal addressed misconceptions surrounding the bill, stating, “For four decades, a great deal of politics has been played on the issue of women's reservation in the country.” He urged Members of Parliament to consider their female relatives when voting, emphasizing that women deserve greater representation in decision-making roles. The original women's quota bill was passed in 2023 with opposition support but was tied to the next census and delimitation, leading to concerns that the new amendment could disadvantage southern states. The government has promised a 50% increase in representation without altering current shares, but critics argue this is not guaranteed in the law. Modi's appeal highlights the urgency of ensuring women's rights in the political arena.