In a significant address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to the recent defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, which sought to enhance women's representation in Parliament. He characterized the failure as a moral reckoning for the opposition, particularly targeting parties like the Congress, DMK, TMC, and Samajwadi Party for prioritizing their political interests over the welfare of women. Modi expressed deep regret, stating, 'I seek forgiveness from all women of the country,' and underscored that the actions of the opposition were not merely procedural but a direct attack on women's dignity. He accused these parties of committing 'political foeticide' by undermining an honest attempt to ensure equal representation across states. Modi warned that the opposition would face repercussions for their actions, asserting that women would not forget this insult. He lamented the celebration by opposition members following the bill's defeat, stating that it saddened women across India. The Prime Minister concluded by emphasizing that the Nari Shakti Vandan amendment was crucial for empowering women and ensuring balanced representation in Parliament.