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Women's Reservation Bill: Modi's 2029 Pledge & Opposition's Price Warning

Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje supported the government's move to implement the Women's Reservation Bill by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, calling it a right for women. Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a stern warning to the opposition, stating they would "pay a price for a long time" if they oppose the bill. Congress MP Kumari Selja questioned the timing of the bill's introduction, noting elections and a census are underway. Three related bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha, with the opposition pressing for a division instead of a voice vote.

Key Points: Women's Reservation Bill: Modi's 2029 Plan & Opposition Warning

  • Bill aims for women's quota by 2029 Lok Sabha polls
  • Delimitation process to precede implementation
  • PM Modi warns opposition of political price
  • Congress questions timing amid elections
  • Three related bills introduced together
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"This is a right belonging to women": Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje on Women's Reservation Bill

Union Minister backs Women's Reservation Bill for 2029 Lok Sabha elections as PM Modi warns opposition of consequences. Congress questions timing.

"This is a right belonging to women; therefore, they must receive reservation. - Shobha Karandlaje"

New Delhi, April 16

Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje on Thursday extended support to the Centre's move to implement the Women's Reservation Bill by the Lok Sabha elections 2029.

Speaking with ANI, the Union Minister lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the decision and added that Delimitation will "certainly take place."

"The Prime Minister intends to provide reservation to women. Women are performing commendably in Gram Panchayats and District Panchayats... This is a right belonging to women; therefore, they must receive reservation... Nowhere in the Constitution is there a provision for reservation based on religion. As for the matter of delimitation, delimitation will certainly take place... Women should receive reservations in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections," she said.

On the other hand, Congress MP Kumari Selja on Thursday questioned the timing of the bill and the rationale of the Centre for introducing three bills at once.

"Why did he forget that all the parties made this and passed this as well and is already into existence? Why is it being introduced now when the elections are going on and the population census is underway? What is the emergency? Why can't this be implemented based on the current strength of the Lok Sabha? Why are 3 Bills being brought together?...," she argued.

This comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday issued a stern warning to the Opposition for their objection to the The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 bill that seeks to implement women's reservation from the 2029 Lok Sabha election, stating that if they oppose, they "will pay a price for a long time", emphasising women's growing participation in the decision-making process

Participating in the debate in Lok Sabha, PM Modi noted that the time demands to involve more women in the parliament decision-making process, giving them the right to whose idea was initiated 25-30 years ago.

PM advised the Opposition not to make a mistake by opposing the bill, highlighting Women's "political consciousness" and their ability to influence decisions.

"25-30 years ago, those who opposed women's reservation didn't let their opposition go below the political surface. Don't make the mistake of thinking that today. In the last 25-30 years, among the sisters who have won at the grassroots level in panchayat election systems, there is a political consciousness. Earlier, they stayed quiet, understood, but didn't speak. Today, they are vocal. Therefore, today, whichever side or opposition there is, those millions of sisters who have been represented in panchayats, who have deeply seen people's joys and sorrows, are agitated," PM Modi said.

The Delimitation Bill, 2026, along with the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, were introduced in the Lok Sabha on Thursday after the Opposition pressed for a division against the move to introduce three Bills, instead of a voice vote.

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla initiated the division to move to introduce the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026.

PM Modi sought unanimous support for the bills. Opposition parties have raised strong concerns over the Delimitation Bill.

- ANI

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Rahul R
While I support the bill's intent, the timing is suspicious. Why 2029? Why not implement it now? It feels like an election promise to win women's votes without immediate action. The opposition has a valid point about the delay.
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Sarah B
As an observer, it's fascinating to see this debate. India's grassroots panchayat system has been a brilliant proving ground for women leaders. If the implementation is fair, this could be a model for other democracies.
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Arjun K
Finally! Our mothers and sisters deserve this representation. They manage everything at home, they can definitely manage the country's affairs. The PM is right, women in panchayats have shown remarkable work. This bill is about justice, not charity.
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Kavya N
I just hope the reservation doesn't end up being for the wives and daughters of existing male politicians. We need genuine, independent women voices from all walks of life, not just political families. The delimitation process must ensure that.
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Vikram M
The opposition's concern about clubbing three bills is valid. It creates unnecessary complexity. Each bill should be debated on its own merit. However, opposing women's reservation itself would be a political blunder. The nation is watching.

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