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Modi's 2014 Mission: Women's Reservation Bill Key to Viksit Bharat Dream

Union Minister of State Raksha Khadse stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the mission for women's empowerment upon his election in 2014. She emphasized that the Women's Reservation Bill aims to reserve one-third of Lok Sabha seats, enabling women to play a crucial role in policy and decision-making for a developed India. Khadse highlighted the growth of Self-Help Groups transforming women into 'Lakhpati Didis' in every village since 2014. The government has called a special session to discuss amendments to implement this landmark reservation.

Key Points: Modi's 2014 Women Empowerment Mission & Reservation Bill

  • Bill reserves 1/3rd Lok Sabha seats for women
  • Empowers women in policy-making for Viksit Bharat
  • PM Modi's mission began in 2014
  • Self-Help Groups creating Lakhpati Didis nationwide
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"PM Modi initiated this mission in 2014...": Union MoS Raksha Khadse on proposed reservation for women in Lok Sabha

Union MoS Raksha Khadse credits PM Modi's 2014 mission for women's reservation bill, aiming for 33% seats and policy-making power.

"PM Modi initiated this mission in 2014 when he spoke for the women of the country from the Red Fort. - Raksha Khadse"

New Delhi, April 14

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the mission to empower women since the time he was elected as the Prime Minister in 2014, underlining that most of the welfare schemes are dedicated to women of the country today.

Speaking at the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) press conference, Khadse stressed the Bill aims to reserve 1/3rd of the total seats in the Lok Sabha for women. She said that the amendment to Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam will enable the women legislators to be involved in policy making and decision making, positively impacting the "Viksit Bharat" dream.

"Today, women are leading in Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha and with the implementation of the Bill, women will get 33 per cent reservation in both the Houses. This is not just about the increased number of seats, but the women will also play a crucial role in the policy making and decision making, especially when we speak about the dream of 'Viksit Bharat'. There is a 50 per cent vote-sharing percentage of women in any elections, and it is increasing because women are actively participating in the elections. This is the perfect time to give women their rights through this Bill," she said.

Khadse further recalled how Prime Minister Modi imitated this mission in 2014 when he spoke for the women of the country from the Red Fort. She said that it was the beginning of his resolution towards empowering women.

"The step taken by PM Modi through Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam will play a very important role in the future. PM Modi initiated this mission in 2014 when he spoke for the women of the country from the Red Fort. Most of the schemes today are dedicated to women," she said.

She emphasised that every village has Self-Help Groups now helping transform women into Lakhpati Didis.

"There are Lakhpati Didis in each village across the country through Self-Help Groups. Prior to 2014, Self-Help Groups were not that visible, but today it is prominently established in every village and district," she said.

"This decision is not for any specific party or community but for the Nari Shakti of the country."

Meanwhile, PM Modi has called for a special sitting of the budget session to discuss an amendment to Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023 and a proposed Delimitation Bill to implement the one-third reservation for women legislators.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Good move in principle, but the timing feels political. Why did it take nearly a decade since 2014 to push this bill seriously? Implementation before the next election is key. Let's see if it gets passed without delays or dilution.
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Sarah B
As an observer, it's impressive to see India taking such a definitive step towards gender parity in its highest legislative body. The link between women's economic empowerment (SHGs) and political representation is a smart, holistic approach. Wishing success for Viksit Bharat.
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Aditya G
Finally! Our mothers, sisters, and daughters deserve a seat at the table where laws are made. This is about Nari Shakti, not politics. Hope all parties support it unanimously for the nation's future.
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Meera T
While I welcome the bill, I hope it ensures representation for women from all backgrounds - rural, urban, different economic strata. Reservation should not become a tool for political families to promote their women. The focus must be on genuine grassroots leadership.
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Karthik V
The Self-Help Group story is truly transformative in villages. If women can become Lakhpati Didis, they can certainly shape the nation's policies. This bill, coupled with economic schemes, can be a game-changer. Jai Hind!

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