NewKerala.com

Padma Shri Geeta Roy Hails Women's Reservation Bill as Historic for Nari Shakti

Padma Shri awardee and folk singer Geeta Roy Barman has strongly endorsed the Women's Reservation Bill as a historic and transformative step. She praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Nari Shakti' for implementing the 33% reservation for women in politics. Barman believes this move will boost women's confidence, ensure their voices are heard in decision-making, and inspire future generations. She expressed faith that greater political participation will allow women to contribute meaningfully to nation-building.

Key Points: Geeta Roy Praises PM Modi's Women's Reservation Bill

  • Historic endorsement of Women's Reservation Bill
  • Praises PM Modi's Nari Shakti vision
  • Seeks enhanced political participation
  • Aims to inspire women nationwide
2 min read

Padma Shri awardee Geeta Roy hails Women's Reservation Bill, praises PM Modi's 'Nari Shakti' vision

Padma Shri awardee Geeta Roy Barman endorses the Women's Reservation Bill, calling it a transformative step for women's political empowerment.

"The 33 per cent reservation... the initiative taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, I fully welcome it. - Geeta Roy Barman"

Kolkata, April 8

In a strong endorsement of the Women's Reservation Bill, Padma Shri awardee Geeta Roy Barman has described the move as historic and transformative step towards enhancing women's empowerment and political participation, while lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his "Nari Shakti" vision.

Speaking to IANS, Barman expressed strong faith in the Bill, saying she believes in it wholeheartedly as women have never been left behind -- neither in the past nor in the present.

She noted that women have consistently proven their capabilities both at home and outside, and expressed hope that greater participation in politics would allow them to actively contribute their opinions and bring meaningful change.

Praising Prime Minister Modi's vision of "Nari Shakti", she said the initiative to implement 33 per cent reservation for women is commendable and deserves full support.

"The 33 per cent reservation that was provided, and to turn it into reality, the initiative taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, I fully welcome it. Every woman will be benefited," Barman said.

She also added that if the provision is effectively implemented, it will not only enhance women's participation in politics but also inspire introspection among daughters and mothers across the country.

She said, "such empowerment would send a strong and positive message to society and strengthen the role of women in nation-building."

She also underlined that this move is not just about increasing representation but about boosting women's confidence and ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.

She credited Prime Minister Modi for taking forward this long-pending reform, saying that it would give a new direction to women's political participation and lay the foundation for transformative changes in the future.

Geeta Roy Barman is a renowned Bhawaiya folk singer, composer, and lyricist from the Cooch Behar district of West Bengal.

She has played a significant role in preserving and promoting the traditional Bhawaiya folk music of the Rajbanshi community.

For her outstanding contribution to the field of art, Barman was honoured with the Padma Shri by the Union government in 2024. She hails from Mathabhanga in Cooch Behar and currently runs a school to teach Bhawaiya music to children.

- IANS

Share this article:

Reader Comments

R
Rahul R
While the intent is good, I hope this doesn't just become a token system where political parties field women from 'safe' seats or as proxies for male relatives. The real test will be in the implementation and ensuring genuine, independent women leaders emerge.
S
Sarah B
It's inspiring to see an artist like Geeta Roy, who has preserved cultural heritage, now advocating for political change. Women's perspectives in policy-making can bring a much-needed balance and focus on issues like education and healthcare.
A
Aditya G
Finally! This bill was pending for decades. Better late than never. My mother and sister are very excited. It's a strong message that our daughters can aspire to lead the country one day. The PM's vision on this is commendable.
K
Kavitha C
As a teacher, I see the spark in my girl students' eyes when we discuss this. Representation matters! But reservation alone isn't enough. We need to build their capacity from the grassroots, provide mentorship, and change societal mindsets. A long road ahead, but a vital first step.
M
Michael C
Interesting to see this perspective from West Bengal, a state with a strong history of women in leadership. Hoping this national law amplifies diverse voices from all regions and communities, like the Rajbanshi community Geeta Roy represents.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50