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JD(U) Issues Three-Line Whip for MPs Ahead of Key Women's Reservation Session

The Janata Dal (United) has issued a three-line whip directing all its MPs to be present for a special three-day Parliament session starting April 16. The session will focus on amending the Nari Shakti Vandan Act to streamline the implementation of women's reservation. The Bharatiya Janata Party has also issued a similar mandatory attendance order for its members. The proposed amendments could see the Lok Sabha's seats increase and may use 2011 Census data for delimitation to expedite the reservation process.

Key Points: JD(U) Whip for MPs on Women's Reservation Bill Amendments

  • JD(U) issues three-line whip for MPs
  • Session to amend Women's Reservation Bill
  • BJP also mandates MP attendance
  • Proposed changes may increase Lok Sabha seats
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JDU issues three-line whip for MPs ahead of special Parliament session from April 16-18

JD(U) and BJP issue three-line whips for a special Parliament session to amend the Women's Reservation Bill, potentially increasing Lok Sabha seats.

"Presence in the House is mandatory. No leave will be granted. - BJP Whip Letter"

New Delhi, April 13

The Janata Dal United on Monday issued a three-line whip to all its MPs in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, directing them to remain present in the Parliament from April 16 to 18 during the upcoming special Parliament session.

JD(U), part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), currently has 12 MPs in the Lok Sabha and four in the Rajya Sabha, has asked its members to ensure their presence throughout the three-day session.

This comes ahead of the three-day special session, where the government is likely to introduce amendments to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam to streamline its implementation. The legislation aims to provide 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies.

Earlier, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) also issued a similar three-line whip to all its MPs, mandating their presence from April 16 to 18.

The party in a letter said, "A Three-Line Whip is being issued to all BJP Members in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha from Thursday to Saturday, 16th to 18th April 2026. All Hon'ble Union Ministers and Members are requested to remain present in the House throughout all three above-mentioned dates. Presence in the House is mandatory. No leave will be granted. Members are requested to strictly comply with the Whip and ensure their uninterrupted attendance in the House. Your cooperation is highly appreciated."

The special Parliament session, beginning April 16, will primarily focus on amendments to the Women's Reservation Bill, also known as the Nari Shakti Vandan Act. The Centre is reportedly planning two major changes to streamline its implementation. The original Act, passed in 2023, had linked women's reservation to the completion of a fresh Census and subsequent delimitation exercise.

However, due to delays in conducting the Census, the government is now considering proceeding with delimitation based on the 2011 Census data. The proposed amendments are expected to increase the total number of Lok Sabha seats from 543 to around 816, with nearly one-third reserved for women.

The legislation, along with a proposed Delimitation Bill, is likely to be introduced as Constitutional amendments.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see the NDA allies like JDU also falling in line with the whip. Shows unity on such an important issue. The increase in Lok Sabha seats is long overdue to reflect our population growth. 2011 data is old, but better than indefinite waiting.
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Aman W
While women's reservation is needed, using 2011 census data for delimitation seems problematic. Southern states have controlled population growth and might lose political representation. The process needs to be fair for all regions.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the parliamentary process in action. The three-line whip shows how seriously the government is taking this session. Hoping the debates are substantive and lead to effective legislation.
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Meera T
This is historic! 33% reservation in a larger Lok Sabha means many more women MPs. My daughter will grow up seeing more women in power. That's the real change. 💪 Let's get it passed smoothly.
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Vikram M
Special sessions cost the exchequer. Hope the MPs don't just show up because of the whip, but actually participate in meaningful discussion. The delimitation bill is as crucial as the reservation amendment. Both need thorough scrutiny.

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