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Women's Quota to Bring Ordinary Families into Parliament: Gujarat Dy CM

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi stated that the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Abhiniyam' will significantly expand women's participation in political leadership by ensuring representation from ordinary families. He described the 33% reservation as a structural reform that will transform the composition of elected bodies beyond traditional political backgrounds. During a Vadodara event, he also announced major civic development projects including a ring road, sports complexes, and the redevelopment of Sursagar Lake. Sanghavi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the legislation and criticized the opposition's past allegations regarding electronic voting machines.

Key Points: Nari Shakti Act to Boost Women in Politics: Gujarat Dy CM

  • 33% women's quota in legislatures
  • Enables entry from non-political families
  • Structural reform for inclusion
  • Vadodara infrastructure upgrades announced
  • Strengthened Disturbed Areas Act
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'Nari Shakti Vandan Act' to enable wider women's entry into Parliament: Gujarat Dy CM​

Gujarat Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi says 33% women's reservation will enable leadership from ordinary families, transforming Parliament's composition.

"Now, because of the 33 per cent reservation, daughters and sisters from ordinary families will also reach Parliament and lead the country. - Harsh Sanghavi"

Vadodara, April 16

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Thursday said the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Abhiniyam', providing 33 per cent reservation for women in legislatures, will significantly expand women's participation in political leadership, describing it as a structural reform that will enable representation from ordinary families in Parliament.​

Addressing the 'Vikas Sankalp Sabha' held in Vadodara, Sanghavi said the legislation would transform the composition of elected bodies by ensuring greater participation of women beyond traditional political backgrounds.​

He said, "Earlier, only members of political families would reach Parliament. Now, because of the 33 per cent reservation, daughters and sisters from ordinary families will also reach Parliament and lead the country."​

He added that India has historically accorded women high cultural and spiritual status and said the legislation further strengthens their position in public life.​

He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for introducing the provision for women's reservation in legislative bodies.​

Sanghavi also said the reform would enable women from middle-class and non-political families to take part in national decision-making processes, calling it "a significant step towards broader inclusion in governance".​

During the event, the Deputy Chief Minister announced a series of infrastructure and civic development initiatives for Vadodara.​

These included the construction of a 75-metre ring road to ease traffic congestion, along with upgrades to urban amenities, such as sports complexes and swimming pools, across different zones of the city.​

He also outlined plans for improved public infrastructure, including mega footpaths, drinking water projects, and the redevelopment of Sursagar Lake with enhanced lighting arrangements and a proposed laser show.​

Referring to administrative measures, he said the Disturbed Areas Act had been strengthened to ensure stricter enforcement in matters related to public order and protection of citizens' rights.​

Commenting on the political environment, he criticised the opposition, saying, "Allegations regarding electronic voting machines had been made in past elections following defeats. The ruling party and the people of Gujarat functioned as a 'large joint family'."​

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see focus on development in Vadodara too. The ring road and Sursagar Lake redevelopment are much needed. Hope these projects are completed on time without cost overruns.
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Anjali F
While the intent of the Nari Shakti Vandan Act is praiseworthy, I hope the implementation ensures truly capable women are fielded, not just relatives of existing male leaders. Reservation is a tool, not the final goal.
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Siddharth J
Infrastructure announcements are welcome, but what about the timeline? We hear about mega projects every election cycle. Show us the work on the ground, not just in speeches.
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Michael C
Interesting to read about this from an Indian context. Increasing women's representation in legislatures is a global challenge. Curious to see how this structural reform changes the political landscape over the next decade.
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Kavya N
As a woman from a middle-class family, this gives me hope. My mother always says our voices matter in the panchayat, why not in Parliament? This is a step in the right direction for a more inclusive Bharat.

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