OPPOSITION PARTIES
'They thought BJP would get credit': Om Prakash Rajbhar accuses Akhilesh Yadav of "lying" on women's reservation bill
Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar accused Akhilesh Yadav of lying about women's reservation, claiming the Samajwadi Party opposed the bill fearing BJP credit. Yadav, however, stated opposition parties support women's reservation but want SC, ST, and OBC inclusion. Prime Minister Modi criticized the opposition for blocking the bill, calling it an insult to women.
PM Modi's attempt to use women's quota as weapon has boomeranged on him: Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin
Addressing an election rally here, Stalin flayed PM Modi for allegedly bashing the Opposition during his televised address to the nation on April 18 on the Women's Reservation issue. Hence, it would be apt to describe that address as "BJP leader Modi's political speech rather than saying that it was the prime minister's address," Stalin alleged.
Women's quota row: UP CM Yogi Adityanath likens opposition conduct in Lok Sabha to Draupadi 'cheerharan'
Attacking opposition parties including the Congress, Samajwadi Party, TMC and DMK, Adityanath said they were "anti-women" and their speeches and actions had exposed them.
Opposition plans to move fresh notice seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Opposition parties are preparing a new attempt to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Following the rejection of their previous notices, senior MPs from several parties are drafting a fresh motion. They aim to gather more signatures to demonstrate broader support. The opposition had accused the CEC of failing to maintain independence and acting under executive influence.
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.
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.
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Jagan Mohan Reddy, Chandrababu Naidu criticise Opposition after Constitution Bill defeat; warn of impact on South’s representation and women’s quota
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Opposition leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy united in their criticism of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill's defeat. They expressed concern that blocking the bill would reduce southern states' representation and delay women's reservation. Both leaders believe this outcome denies justice and penalizes states that practice family planning.
Priyanka Gandhi, Dimple Yadav back 2023 women's quota act, but reject 2011 census link; target BJP over delimitation row
Wome's reservation amendment bill 2026 row: Opposition parties assert their support for the 2023 Women's Reservation Act. They claim their concern is with the delimitation process, not the reservation itself. Leaders state the entire opposition will back the law's implementation. They accuse the government of using the issue for political gain and question the delay in enacting the legislation.
‘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.
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.
Postpone delimitation of constituencies for another 25 years: MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed joy as the opposition successfully blocked the delimitation bill in Parliament. He credited the INDIA bloc MPs and women for this victory. Stalin highlighted the planned campaign and protests that built momentum. He stated this marks the beginning of opposition unity and a setback for the BJP government.
Opposition to urge Narendra Modi to implement earlier women’s reservation bill
Opposition parties plan to write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They demand the implementation of the old Women's Reservation Bill. INDIA bloc parties will hold press conferences nationwide. They state support for women's reservation. The government is accused of changing the political map. Priyanka Gandhi urged the Centre to reintroduce the original bill. This bill had broad political consensus.
Opposition never wanted women in Parliament, assemblies: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on Women's Reservation Bill
Rekha Gupta accused the opposition of blocking women’s entry into legislatures after the women’s reservation bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, and said women would continue to fight for representation. The bill, linked to delimitation, fell short of the required two-thirds majority despite 298 votes in favour and 230 against, with Speaker Om Birla confirming its defeat.
'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.
Congress-led opposition chose obstruction over progress: Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on defeat of Constitution Amendment Bill
Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu criticised the Congress-led opposition after a Constitution Amendment Bill on women’s reservation was defeated in the Lok Sabha, saying it chose “obstruction over progress” and denied opportunities to women.
BJP-led govt’s constitutional amendment bill for women quota in Parliament fails Lok Sabha test
Parliament rejected a bill to implement 33% women's reservation by 2029, requiring an expansion of Lok Sabha seats. The government blamed opposition parties for the failure, citing a lack of consensus on delimitation. Despite the bill's defeat, the 2023 women's reservation law remains in effect. The government vows to continue its push.
'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.
BJP decides to hit streets against oppn parties
The Bharatiya Janata Party will initiate nationwide protests following the defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha. Party president Nitin Nabin met with senior leaders to plan the strategy. Protests will occur in state capitals, with senior BJP leaders holding press conferences.
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.
"This victory is just a trailer:" MK Stalin after 131st Amendment Bill failed to pass Lok Sabha
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin celebrated the defeat of the Women's Reservation Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. He declared this a victory against Tamil Nadu and a preview of the upcoming state assembly elections. Stalin predicted a significant win for his party, DMK, in the 2026 polls. Opposition parties had also raised concerns about the bill's implementation timeline.
Amit Shah slams opposition for stalling women’s quota bill, warns of ‘wrath of women’ in 2029 polls
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized opposition parties for obstructing the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha. He warned that the 'wrath of women' would be faced in the 2029 General Elections and at all future electoral levels due to this 'reprehensible' act.
No state will lose out in delimitation, says Amit Shah; offers 50% seat hike amendment if Opposition backs bill
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has proposed a significant increase in Lok Sabha seats. He stated that no state will be disadvantaged in the upcoming delimitation exercise. Shah offered to amend the bill for a uniform 50% rise in seats if opposition parties agree to its passage. This move aims to address concerns from southern states about potential representation loss.
Amit Shah says Opposition against women’s reservation, not its implementation; claims delimitation critics oppose SC/ST seat hike
Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted opposition parties resist women's reservation and delimitation. He argued delimitation is crucial for fair representation and increasing Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe seats. The government aims for women's reservation implementation by 2029, linked to delimitation after the next Census. Shah dismissed concerns about a North-South divide, emphasizing national unity.
Numbers not in favour of NDA to get women quota law passed in Parliament
The ruling NDA government faces a numbers crunch in Parliament for the women's reservation bills. Securing a two-thirds majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha requires support from opposition parties or their abstention. Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed for consensus. The Constitution amendment bill and related bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha after a division of votes.
Opposition against 131st Amendment, says delimitation formula motivated
INDIA bloc leaders will oppose a key bill in Parliament. The bill proposes increasing Lok Sabha seats through delimitation for women's reservation from 2029. Opposition parties support women's reservation but oppose the delimitation formula. They believe it is politically motivated and harms federalism, especially for southern states. The government faces a vote challenge.
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.
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