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Karti Chidambaram Backs Women's Quota, Seeks Clarity on Bill's Framework

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram has expressed his party's support for the Women's Reservation Bill while emphasizing the need for clarity on its specific contours and implementation. He commented on multiple issues, including advocating for an all-party meeting where the government explains its operational plans for the bill. Chidambaram also addressed a notice for the Congress to vacate its office, stating any such action must apply uniformly to all parties. Meanwhile, sources indicate the government plans to use 2011 census data for delimitation, potentially increasing Lok Sabha seats to 816 as part of the reservation implementation.

Key Points: Karti Chidambaram Supports Women's Reservation Bill

  • Supports women's reservation in principle
  • Seeks clarity on bill's framework
  • Calls for fair application of office eviction rules
  • Notes plan to use 2011 census data
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Karti Chidambaram backs Women's Reservation Bill, seeks clarity on framework

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram supports the Women's Reservation Bill but seeks clarity on its implementation framework and delimitation process.

"We support the Bill in principle... But we don't know what the contours of this Bill are. - Karti Chidambaram"

New Delhi, March 25

Congress Member of Parliament Karti Chidambaram on Wednesday expressed support for the Women's Reservation Bill, stating the party backs greater representation for women but needs clarity on the Bill's contours.

Speaking to ANI, Chidambaram said, "We support the Bill in principle. We have always been advocating that women must be given adequate representation... But we don't know what the contours of this Bill are... Though not withstanding this Bill, parties must give women more opportunity to contest in elections..."

On an all-party meeting called by the govt on the West Asia conflict, he said, the idea of all party meeting is good, but the governemnt needs to explain clearly what they have in mind.

"Having an all-party meeting is good. Let the government take us into confidence, explain what they have in mind and how they intend to operationalise the Women's Reservation Bill in the new format that they have," said Chidambaram.

On notice to Congress to vacate the 24 Akbar office, he said, "This has been going on for some time, but new land and office have been given, and maybe this is in line with that, but if it is being applied to Congress, it must be applied to all the other parties who are occupying Bungalows as their offices."

Earlier on Tuesday, MPs from the ruling National Democratic Alliance welcomed the government's plans to bring amendment bills for the implementation of the Women's Reservation Act ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha polls, while the opposition MPs said that they were not aware of the details of the proposal.

According to sources, the Government has planned amendments in the Nari Shakti Vandan Act.

Due to census delays, the plan is to proceed with the 2011 census data. The 2011 census is expected to be the basis for delimitation and seat redistribution. Sources said the proposal is to increase Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 816. A separate Delimitation Bill is also expected to be introduced. Both bills need to be passed as Constitutional amendments for women's reservation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good that Karti Chidambaram is supporting it. But his point about clarity is valid. The government should present the full framework to Parliament and the public. A historic bill like this needs transparency, not rushed through without proper discussion.
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Sarah B
Increasing Lok Sabha seats to 816 is a massive change. While women's reservation is much needed, such a huge expansion needs careful thought on cost, logistics, and effectiveness. Hope they get the balance right.
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Arjun K
All parties must walk the talk. They advocate for women's reservation but often give tickets to wives and daughters of male leaders. True empowerment means giving tickets to capable women from all backgrounds, not just political families.
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Meera T
As a woman, I welcome this step. But implementation is key. Will there be a rotation system? Will it be for one term or more? These details matter to ensure women MPs can build a career and not just be one-term tokens. Fingers crossed! 🤞
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Vikram M
The link with delimitation is clever politics. It addresses the long-pending seat redistribution based on population. Southern states might be concerned, but if it brings women's reservation, it could be a worthwhile compromise. Complex issue.

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