PM Modi Criticizes Opposition for Blocking Women's Reservation Bill
Pariwarvaadi parties not willing to permit Indian women to reach Assembly, Parliament: PM
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During a rally in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused opposition parties, including the Congress and Samajwadi Party, of hindering the women’s reservation Bill in Parliament. He emphasized his commitment to ensuring women's representation in legislative bodies, claiming that dynastic parties fear losing power to capable women leaders.
- 01PM Modi accused opposition parties of stalling the women's reservation Bill.
- 02He emphasized the importance of women's representation in legislative bodies.
- 03Modi referred to opposition parties as 'pariwarvaadi' (dynastic) for resisting change.
- 04He assured women of his commitment to their rights and representation.
- 05The rally took place in his Lok Sabha constituency, Varanasi.
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On April 28, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, where he criticized opposition parties like the Congress and the Samajwadi Party for allegedly obstructing the women’s reservation Bill in Parliament. He described these parties as 'pariwarvaadi' (dynastic) and claimed they are reluctant to allow women to ascend to leadership positions due to fears of losing their power. Modi reassured women of his dedication to ensuring their rights and representation in legislative bodies, stating, 'I will leave no stone unturned' to implement the reservation. His comments come amid ongoing discussions about women's representation in Indian politics, highlighting the tension between the ruling party and the opposition regarding gender equality initiatives.
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The ongoing debate over the women's reservation Bill could significantly affect women's political participation in India, empowering more women to take on leadership roles.
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