CONGRESS WOMEN RESERVATION
Women's Reservation Bill: Karnataka CM accuses PM Modi of adopting 'double standard'
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of hypocrisy regarding women's reservation. He stated the Centre delayed implementation despite opportunities. Siddaramaiah highlighted the Congress party's historical support for women's reservation, citing past amendments. He questioned the timing and linkage with delimitation, suggesting it disadvantages southern states.
TMC 'betrayed' women, will be punished in Polls: PM Modi in Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked Trinamool and Congress for allegedly conspiring to defeat the Women's Reservation Bill. He addressed rallies in West Bengal's tribal regions, accusing the ruling party of betraying women. Modi promised financial assistance and the creation of Lakhpati Didis if the BJP forms the government, highlighting women's empowerment.
'Factually Abused Quackery': Congress' dig at government FAQs on women's quota bill
The Congress party has criticized the government's release of Frequently Asked Questions on women's reservation. They called the FAQs 'Factually Abused Quackery' and a 'damage control exercise'. This follows the defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. The bill aimed to implement 33 percent reservation for women in legislatures starting in 2029.
Cong demands implementation of women's quota law on current LS strength, marches to BJP office
Congress staged a protest in New Delhi demanding immediate implementation of women's reservation. Party leaders accused the Modi government of deliberately delaying the quota for political reasons. They called for reservation on the current 543 Lok Sabha seats. The Congress highlighted that the bill was passed in 2023 but linked to census and delimitation, causing postponement.
West Bengal elections: TMC 'betrayed' women, will be punished in assembly polls, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by blocking a bill for 33% reservation in Parliament and state assemblies. He asserted that women voters in West Bengal would punish the TMC in the upcoming assembly polls for opposing women's empowerment.
Modi accuses TMC, Congress of blocking women’s reservation bill
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Trinamool Congress and Congress of conspiring to block the Women's Reservation Bill in Parliament. He stated that West Bengal's women will punish TMC for betraying them. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee refuted the claims, stating TMC champions women's representation and opposes the delimitation exercise linked to the bill.
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PM Modi apologises to women after Lok Sabha rejects 33% quota bill, vows to ‘remove every obstacle’ to ensure representation
Prime Minister Modi has apologized to women across India. The Lok Sabha rejected a proposal for 33% reservation for women in Parliament. The Prime Minister blamed opposition parties for blocking the bill. This setback impacts women's empowerment efforts. The government aimed for implementation by the 2029 General Elections. Concerns were raised by some southern states regarding population-linked delimitation.
PM Modi flays Opposition for women's quota bill defeat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly criticized opposition parties for the defeat of a bill aimed at fast-tracking women's reservation. He held the Congress, DMK, Trinamool Congress, and Samajwadi Party responsible for this outcome. Modi assured that women's reservation would eventually be implemented. He stated that parties opposing the legislation would face consequences from women voters.
At Cabinet meeting, PM Modi tells ministers to expose opposition's 'anti-women' mindset before people: Sources
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that political parties opposing the women's reservation bill will face consequences. He urged Union ministers to highlight the opposition's stance as anti-women to the public. The bill did not secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. The government remains committed to implementing women's reservation by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.
'Women of this country will teach them a lesson,' BJP says after Constitution Amendment Bill fails; vows to continue push for 33% quota
The BJP has strongly criticized the Congress party. This follows the failure of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. The bill aimed to provide 33% reservation for women in legislatures. BJP leaders accused the Congress of betraying women and blocking their political rights. The government expressed disappointment but vowed to continue the fight for women's representation.
'Congress-abuse address': Jairam Ramesh hits out at PM Modi
Congress hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address, calling it a 'distress address'. The party challenged the PM to bring a bill in Parliament to implement women's reservation immediately within the existing Lok Sabha setup. Congress accused the government of deceitful attempts regarding women's reservation and delimitation proposals. The party highlighted its consistent stand on immediate implementation.
Congress calls defeat of women's quota bill 'victory for democracy', accuses Centre of flip-flop
The Congress party has accused the central government of attempting to change the federal structure through the women's reservation bill. They declared the bill's defeat in the Lok Sabha a victory for democracy. The party supports immediate implementation of the Women's Reservation Act, 2023. They claim the government's actions were for political gain and to permanently stay in power.
‘Dreams crushed’, ‘selfish politics’, and ‘we’ll be back’: Key highlights from Modi’s speech after Lok Sabha rejects women’s reservation amendment bill
Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologized to Indian women after the Lok Sabha rejected the 33% reservation bill. He stated that the aspirations of women were curtailed and their dreams were shattered. Modi accused opposition parties of selfish politics and celebrating the bill's defeat. He warned of political consequences for those who opposed the measure.
Centre's conspiracy to change federal structure defeated: Priyanka Gandhi on women's quota row
Addressing a press conference here, the Congress general secretary underlined that the opposition was not against reservation for women and would support the Women's Reservation Act, 2023, if the government sought to implement it on the current strength of the Lok Sabha.
Smriti Irani slams Opposition ahead of PM Modi’s address to nation, defends Women’s Reservation Bill
Senior BJP leader Smriti Irani has attacked opposition parties. She accused them of spreading false information about the 33% women's reservation in Parliament. Prime Minister Modi is set to address the nation tonight. His speech will cover parliamentary functioning and legislative intent. Irani highlighted past support for the bill by BJP.
BJP's downfall has begun: Mamata on NDA failing to pass bill to give women quota from 2029
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared the BJP's downfall has commenced. She stated the party's defeat is evident after the failure to pass a Constitution amendment bill for women's reservation in legislatures. Banerjee asserted the BJP is in power only with allies' support. She warned those working for the BJP that its time in power is limited.
BJP, Opposition in war of words after Constitution Amendment Bill defeat
A Constitution Amendment Bill for women's reservation in legislatures from 2029 and Lok Sabha seat increase was defeated. The BJP accused the Congress and opposition of betraying women. Opposition leaders stated the 2023 quota law should be implemented immediately, accusing the government of political games.
'Let's see who is anti-women': Priyanka Gandhi challenges govt to bring back old women's bill
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called on the Centre to bring back the original Women's Reservation Bill. This comes after the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, failed to pass in the Lok Sabha. Gandhi stated that a bill passed by all parties should be reintroduced immediately.
Telangana BJP chief Ramchander Rao placed under house arrest ahead of protest over Women's Reservation Bill
Telangana BJP President N. Ramchander Rao on Saturday was placed under house arrest by police in Hyderabad after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) called for a protest outside the residence of Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy over the Congress party's stand on the Women's Reservation Bill in Parliament.
Congress blocking Women's Reservation Bill denied India historic step: Andhra Pradesh CM
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu criticized the Congress-led opposition for blocking the Women's Reservation Bill, calling it a betrayal of millions of women. The bill, which aimed to provide 33% reservation for women in legislatures from 2029, was defeated in the Lok Sabha. Janasena founder Pawan Kalyan also lamented the missed opportunity for women's empowerment.
'Insult meted out to Nari Shakti will never be forgiven': Jaishankar lambasts Oppn after Constitutional Amendment Bill defeat in LS
A crucial Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at reserving one-third of seats for women in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies has been defeated. Opposition parties, including Congress, TMC, DMK, and Samajwadi Party, voted against the bill. This move has drawn strong condemnation from the ruling BJP, with leaders stating that women will not forgive this decision.
Kanimozhi, Shashi Tharoor & Kalyan Banerjee reject women’s quota bill as a cover for delimitation push
Opposition parties are strongly opposing a new bill that links women's reservation to delimitation. They argue this move unfairly impacts several states, particularly in the South. Leaders from DMK and Congress have voiced concerns, calling it a political ploy. The government's assurance of a uniform seat increase is not convincing them.
BJP women MPs protest outside Parliament after defeat of Constitution amendment bill
BJP women MPs protested in Parliament House complex. They alleged the Congress and its allies deliberately blocked the Constitution Amendment Bill. This bill aimed to implement women's reservation in legislatures from 2029 and increase Lok Sabha strength. Union ministers stated this move insulted crores of women awaiting political empowerment. The opposition's actions are seen as anti-women despite government clarifications.
'Trump card designed to retain power, not to empower women'
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accused the NDA government of using the women's reservation bill as an electoral tactic, questioning its sincerity and demanding immediate implementation. She highlighted Congress' historical commitment to women's rights, contrasting it with the current government's approach.
If Chankaya was alive, he would've been startled by your political shrewdness: Priyanka to Shah
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra lauded Home Minister Amit Shah's political acumen, calling him 'startlingly shrewd' like Chanakya. She accused the government of duping people with women's reservation while undermining OBC rights and reducing the influence of smaller states. Gandhi highlighted the Congress's long-standing support for women's reservation, tracing its roots to Motilal Nehru and Sardar Patel.
Congress support women's reservation: Priyanka Gandhi says if Constitution Amendment Bill passed, democracy will be finished
Priyanka Gandhi supports women's reservation but criticizes the BJP's bills as politically motivated. She stated that without a caste census, all sections will not get their due share. Gandhi highlighted the Congress's historical role in advocating for women's rights and reservations, tracing back to Nehru and Rajiv Gandhi.
Women's reservation & delimitation bills tabled: India braces for 850-seat Lok Sabha future
Parliament is set to introduce three key bills, including women's reservation from 2029 and delimitation of constituencies. While the opposition supports women's quota, they strongly oppose the delimitation bill, citing concerns over constituency redrawing and potential seat increases. The government aims to pass these bills together, with the opposition questioning the basis and fairness of the proposed changes.
PM indulging in 'anti-national' acts of OBC 'hissa chori', 'power grab' through delimitation: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi accuses Prime Minister Narendra Modi of stealing OBC rights and attempting a power grab. He claims the proposed amendments to the women's reservation law and delimitation are anti-national. Gandhi insists the government should use the upcoming census for implementation. Opposition parties are uniting against the delimitation provisions, stating they support women's reservation but oppose the current approach.
Narendra Modi government wants to 'shelve' caste census: Congress
The Congress party accuses the Modi government of planning to delay a caste census. They claim this is to avoid pressure for OBC women's reservation in Parliament. The government is expected to bring amendments for women's reservation implementation. This move, according to the Congress, aims to prevent representation for a large section of OBC women.
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