PM Modi Vows Continued Support for Women's Rights Amid Political Opposition
DMK and Congress derailed our effort, but we will continue to fight for women, says PM Modi
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During a campaign event in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the BJP and National Democratic Alliance's commitment to women's rights, citing the passage of the Women's Reservation Act in 2023. He criticized the DMK and Congress for hindering their efforts.
- 01PM Modi emphasized the BJP's commitment to women's rights.
- 02He highlighted the passage of the Women's Reservation Act in 2023.
- 03Modi criticized the DMK and Congress for obstructing progress.
- 04The campaign focuses on candidates from Coimbatore, Tiruppur, and Nilgiris.
- 05The NDA aims to strengthen its position in the upcoming elections.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public meeting in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on April 18, 2025, where he reiterated the commitment of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) to champion women's rights. He pointed to the 2023 passage of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, also known as the Women’s Reservation Act, as a significant achievement. Modi criticized the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Congress parties for allegedly derailing their efforts to empower women. The BJP is campaigning for 23 candidates in the Coimbatore, Tiruppur, and Nilgiris districts, aiming to strengthen its electoral position in these regions. Modi's statements reflect the NDA's ongoing focus on women's issues as a central theme in their political strategy.
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The BJP's focus on women's rights may influence voter sentiment, particularly among women in Tamil Nadu, potentially affecting election outcomes.
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