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Kiren Rijiju Urges Parties to Back Women's Reservation Bill in Parliament

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju appealed to all political parties to support the Women's Reservation Bill, emphasizing it is everyone's responsibility to ensure 33% reservation for women in legislatures. He stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have already addressed concerns and cleared confusion, suggesting opposition now is political. Other BJP leaders, including Anurag Thakur and Harsh Malhotra, echoed the call, urging the Congress and other parties to join in passing the historic legislation. The bills were introduced and discussed in the Lok Sabha, with voting expected to proceed.

Key Points: Rijiju Appeals for Support on Women's Reservation Bill

  • Bill for 33% women's quota
  • PM Modi's appeal for support
  • Amit Shah clarified confusion
  • Opposition accused of politics
  • Voting scheduled for Saturday
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"It is the responsibility of everyone to ensure that women get 33% reservation in Parliament": Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju calls on all political parties to ensure 33% reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies.

"It is the responsibility of everyone to ensure that women get 33 per cent reservation in Parliament - Kiren Rijiju"

New Delhi, April 17

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday appealed to the political parties to support the Women's Reservation Bill, saying that it is the responsibility of everyone to ensure that "women get 33 per cent reservation in Parliament and state assemblies."

"PM Modi appealed to everyone to support the bill and there should be no confusion after that appeal. PM Modi has clearly said that no state will be affected by it. There is no place for confusion after it. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also cleared the confusion being created in South India by stating figures, then also if someone opposes it, they are playing politics over this...It is the responsibility of everyone to ensure that women get 33 per cent reservation in Parliament and state assemblies...The government does not want any credit for this...The voting will start by 4 pm tomorrow...," the Union Minister said after the Parliament session.

"We talked to the leaders of all parties, National President of the Congress party, wrote them letters three times. I personally requested TMC, met the leaders of DMK, SP...We held conversations with the leaders of all parties...We appeal to everyone to support it...," he further said.

BJP MP Anurag Thakur said the country has a very good opportunity to send a message to the world by passing the bill.

"This is the strength of Indian democracy. The House has discussed it for 13 hours... If women have equal voting rights, they should also have reservations... Some opposition parties are looking for a way out. What is the compulsion that they do not want to give a reservation to women... Prime Minister Modi has clearly said in his speech that the opposition is being hesitant to gain a political advantage. The country has a very good opportunity to send a message to the world...," the BJP MP told reporters.

Union Minister Harsh Malhotra asked Congress to join and pass the bill.

"The Nari Shakti Vandan Act is being introduced to ensure women's rights. This is why this special session has been called... It is not right to oppose Prime Minister Modi every time. I want to ask the Congress to join us and pass this bill...," Harsh Malhotra said. BJP MP Mahima Kumari Mewar said, "Giving 33 per cent reservation to the women in the Parliament and state assemblies is historic...Women will play their role in the development of the nation."BJP MP Nishikant Dubey urged everyone to cooperate and pass the bill, saying, "All the MPs of the BJP participated in the discussion on this bill and we all want this bill to be passed...Everyone should cooperate...The opposition should bring the suggestions in connection with the delimitation..."

The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and The Delimitation Bill, 2026 were introduced and taken up for consideration and passing in the Lok Sabha earlier in the day.

- ANI

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Rahul R
While the intent is good, I hope this doesn't become another tool for political families to promote their wives and daughters. We need genuine women leaders from all backgrounds, not just dynastic politics in a new form.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in gender advocacy in India for years, this is a monumental moment. The real test will be in implementation and ensuring women from marginalized communities also get a fair chance.
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Arjun K
Why is there still opposition? This bill should have been passed unanimously. Women are half our population and contribute equally to the nation. Any party opposing this is doing a great disservice to the country.
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Meera T
My mother fought in the Panchayat elections and won because of reservation. It changed our village. This will change India. More power to our Nari Shakti! 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I have concerns. While I support women's empowerment, shouldn't merit be the ultimate criteria? Reservation in jobs and education is one thing, but in the highest legislative bodies, we need the most capable people regardless of gender.
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Kavya N
This is a proud moment for every Indian woman. For too long, Parliament has been a boys' club. Time for change! Hope all parties keep

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