New Delhi, 16 April (H.S.):
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged all parties Thursday to unanimously pass three government bills in Lok Sabha, paving the way for 33% women's quota post-delimitation. He called decades-long delays a national sin demanding atonement, recognizing women's pivotal role in India's progress.
Historic Moment Beyond Politics
Participating in ongoing debate on the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill-2026, Delimitation Bill-2026, and Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill-2026—requiring two-thirds majority—PM Modi rejected opposition claims of political maneuvering. He clarified no state discrimination in seat expansion to 815 (273 reserved), matching new Parliament's vision, with growth proportional to past allocations.
We aren't granting women anything—it's their right, withheld too long. Today offers redemption from that sin, PM Modi emphasized, stressing legislative strengthening through greater female participation as national interest, not partisan gain.
Guarantees Fairness Across Regions
PM Modi guaranteed equitable process nationwide: North, south, east, west, small or large states—no injustice. I pledge my word; clean intent needs no wordplay. He recalled 2023's consensus Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, now facing technical hurdles, urging 2029 implementation over further delays.
Citing women's leadership in 650+ district panchayats, 2,700 block panchayats, and 900+ urban bodies, PM Modi invoked history: opponents always suffered electoral costs, but 2024 unity proved cross-party glory elevates democracy. This parliamentary moment crafts national legacy.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar
