PARLIAMENT SESSION APRIL 2023
Bring women quota bill in Monsoon Session: Congress
Congress has called for an all-party meeting after April 29. The meeting will discuss amendments to the women's reservation law. The party wants the government to present these changes in writing. Discussions will follow, with the aim of taking up the law in the monsoon session. Congress supports implementing the reservation from 2029.
AIADMK 'eaten up' from inside by PM Modi, Amit Shah, now a hollow shell: Rahul Gandhi during poll rally
Ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections, Rahul Gandhi criticized the AIADMK-BJP alliance, calling the AIADMK a mere mask for the BJP. He stated that the AIADMK, once a defender of Tamil Nadu's people, has become a hollow shell, allegedly 'eaten up' from within by Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Govt says 106th Constitutional Amendment Act to be effective from April 16
The Constitutional (106th) Amendment Act 2023, mandating one-third reservation for women in legislatures, is now effective from April 16, 2026. To expedite implementation, the government proposes amendments to delink the quota from future Census and delimitation, aiming for a 2029 rollout. This will increase Lok Sabha seats to 816 with 273 reserved for women.
Women's Reservation Bill 2026: After 30 years, here's how India moves to reserve 33% seats for women in Parliament
Parliament is considering a new law to bring 33 percent reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies starting from the 2029 elections. This move aims to increase women's representation significantly. The proposed legislation seeks to implement this reservation by expanding the number of seats.
Women's Reservation Rollout by 2029: Arunachal CM Pema Khandu flags April 16–18 special session
A special Parliament session is scheduled from April 16 to 18 to finalize rules for women's reservation, aiming for implementation by the 2029 elections. Meanwhile, the Assam Jatiya Parishad voices strong opposition to a proposed national delimitation bill. The party fears this could lead to political and cultural colonization by the Hindi heartland, impacting Assam's unique identity and interests.
'Historic moment' for women’s empowerment, says PM Narendra Modi ahead of special session
India begins a special parliamentary session aiming for women's empowerment. Prime Minister Modi calls it a historic step. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi supports women's reservation but criticizes the delimitation process. He demands consideration of caste census data. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin protests the delimitation bill. The government plans to implement women's reservation before the 2029 elections.
'Our country all set to take historic step towards women's empowerment': PM Modi ahead of special Parliament sitting
Ahead of a special Parliament session, PM Narendra Modi called women’s reservation a “historic step” for empowerment. The Congress backed the move but warned against dilution of OBC, Dalit and Adivasi representation, as debate intensified over delimitation, caste census, and proposed changes to implement the 2023 law.
Explained: Women’s reservation, delimitation and Nari Shakti; inside govt’s three-act play in special April 16-18 session
Parliament will hold a special session to amend the women's reservation law from April 16-18. The government aims to implement the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam from the 2029 general elections. Proposed changes will delink the quota from a future Census and delimitation. This will allow women's reservation to be in place for the 2029 Lok Sabha and assembly elections.
Govt wants to bring bill aimed at winning 2029 polls, Opposition must reject 'political move': Kapil Sibal
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal claims the government aims to alter the women's reservation law for political gain. He suggests a move to manipulate delimitation to favor the BJP in the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. Sibal urges opposition MPs to reject any such proposal, emphasising the need for immediate implementation on existing seats.
'Complete mockery of democracy': Congress slams govt for not sharing Constitution amendment bills
The Congress leaders' remarks come a day after Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi asserted that the real issue with the government's move to bring bills in a special sitting of Parliament is delimitation, not women's reservation.
Bulldozer mentality of PM: Congress slams govt for not sharing Constitution amendment bills
Congress has strongly criticized the government. They state that not sharing Constitution amendment bills for the upcoming special Parliament session makes a mockery of democracy. This action reveals Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'bulldozer mentality'. The special session is scheduled to begin on April 16. The opposition has raised concerns about the timing of this session.
Only women leaders to represent BJP in TV debates for a week ahead of Women's Reservation Act discussion
The BJP is fielding only women leaders in television debates this week. This move aims to emphasize the upcoming parliamentary discussions on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. Amendments to the Women's Reservation Act will be presented. The government seeks to implement 33 percent reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies from 2029.
Women’s reservation: PM Modi makes strong pitch for a new era in India, calls 2029 timeline crucial
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is rallying for women's reservation within legislative assemblies by the year 2029. A special parliamentary session is on the horizon, ready to chart the course for this groundbreaking initiative. This pivotal shift aims not just at promoting women's development but at paving the way for leadership by women themselves.
Manickam Tagore questions 'sudden rush' in delimitation, targets Centre over Women's Reservation Bill timeline
Congress MP Manickam Tagore criticised the Centre's plan for the Women's Reservation Bill. He said the sequence should be Census, then delimitation, followed by reservation. Tagore alleged the government is changing this order for political gain.
'Assault on Constitution': Sonia Gandhi criticises delimitation exercise, says govt turned down all-party meet
Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Monday referred to the delimitation exercise to increase the number of seats in the Lok Sabha as an "assault on the Constitution" and questioned the Centre on the timing of introducing the amendment to Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam.
Unaware of Women's Reservation Bill, delimitation: Congress to PM Modi, urges all-party meet after polls
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has informed Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the Opposition was not consulted on the Women's Reservation Act amendment bill or delimitation plans. Kharge stated this appears to be an election campaign move. He reiterated the Opposition's demand for an all-party meeting after the ongoing elections to discuss the bill's provisions and delimitation.
Parliament set for stormy debates on women's quota, delimitation
Parliament is set to debate crucial bills on women's reservation and constituency delimitation. While women's reservation has broad backing, concerns about delimitation and seat increases are emerging. The government aims for implementation before the 2029 elections. Negotiations will be key to navigating these complex legislative steps and ensuring a smooth rollout.
Congress on side of roadblock, not reform: BJP on women's quota law amendments
The Bharatiya Janata Party has accused the Congress of creating obstacles for the implementation of the 33 percent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The government plans to fast-track the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, aiming for its effect in the 2029 elections. Opposition parties are urged to support this reform for women's empowerment.
Convene all-party meeting to discuss delimitation after April 29: Kharge to PM Modi
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has informed Prime Minister Narendra Modi that a useful discussion on the women's quota law is impossible without details on delimitation. He has requested an all-party meeting after the ongoing state elections conclude on April 29. Kharge believes the government is rushing the law's implementation for political gain.
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