Congress Accused of Betraying Women by Defeating Constitution Amendment Bill
Congress has betrayed women by defeating Constitution Amendment Bill, says Capt. Chowta
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Capt. Brijesh Chowta, a Member of Parliament from Dakshina Kannada, accused the Congress party of betraying women by leading the defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha. He criticized the party's alleged anti-women stance and broader anti-development policies.
- 01Capt. Brijesh Chowta accused Congress of betraying women.
- 02The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 was defeated in the Lok Sabha.
- 03Chowta claimed Congress has an anti-women and anti-development mindset.
- 04The accusations highlight a growing political divide on women's rights.
- 05The defeat of the bill raises concerns about legislative support for women's issues.
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On April 20, 2026, Capt. Brijesh Chowta, a Member of Parliament from Dakshina Kannada, criticized the Congress party for its role in defeating the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha. He alleged that this action reveals an 'anti-women mindset' within the Congress, labeling the party as 'anti-women, anti-youth, anti-poor, and anti-development of India.' Chowta's statements reflect a significant political discourse surrounding women's rights and legislative support in India, raising questions about the commitment of political parties to address gender issues. The defeat of the bill may have implications for future legislative efforts aimed at improving women's rights and representation in the country.
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The defeat of the bill may hinder progress on women's rights in India, affecting legislative support for gender equality.
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