Women's Bill: Pliable tool of politicians?

New Delhi, Mar 10 : The Women's Reservation Bill may be used as pliable tool of dominant groups, including politicians, to push the candidature of their wives, said Abha Negi, a top official of Jindal Saw Ltd.

"I welcome this bill, but all steps must be taken to ensure that this giant progressive leap is not belittled by bigotted political factions or the dominant groups where it becomes a pliable tool in their hands to push the candidature of their wives, or pander the political ambitions of their daughters," said Negi, Senior General Manager - Group Corporate Communications.

"The focus of this bill should be primarily on acknowledging and retaining independent talent and to further accommodate the representation of women in the country's political scenario."

She further said: "This bill should act as a catalyst and pave way for socially responsive women who have taken up various issues to come to the forefront as what is needed is an effective parliament, not just a colourful place."

Jindal Saw Ltd is a part of USD 10 billion Jindal Group, the fourth largest industrial house in India.