YSRCP reiterates support for Women's Reservation, Delimitation Bills in upcoming Monsoon Parliamentar Session
Tadepalle, July 16
The YSR Congress Party on Thursday reiterated that it would support the Women's Reservation Bill and the Delimitation Bill if they are introduced again during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament. The party has also asserted that it would oppose any legislation that is not in the interest of Andhra Pradesh.
The decision was taken during the YSRCP Parliamentary Party meeting chaired by party president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy in Tadepalle ahead of the Monsoon Session, which is scheduled to commence on July 20.
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, YSRCP MP YV Subba Reddy said the party discussed its strategy for the session and identified key issues concerning the state that would be raised in Parliament.
"Today, we held a parliamentary party meeting with our party president, Jagan Mohan Reddy, regarding the Monsoon Session, which begins on Monday. We discussed several issues, including the Delimitation Bill, the Women's Reservation Bill and other proposed legislation. In accordance with the party president's directives, we will raise issues concerning our state--specifically farmers' issues, the Amaravati matter, the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant and other state-related issues--during this session of Parliament," Subba Reddy said.
YSRCP MP PV Midhun Reddy reiterated the party's support for the Women's Reservation Bill and the Delimitation Bill, while making it clear that the party's stand on other legislation would depend on its impact on Andhra Pradesh.
"Our leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has clearly stated that we will support the Women's Reservation Bill and the Delimitation Bill. We have already supported it. If these bills are introduced during this session, we will support them. As for other bills, we will make a decision only after examining their content. If they are in the interest of our state and its people, we will certainly support them; however, if they are not, we will raise the issue in the House and oppose those bills," Midhun Reddy said.
The YSRCP's announcement comes amid political debate over the proposed Delimitation Bill, with the Congress on Thursday reiterating its opposition to the legislation if it is reintroduced during the Monsoon Session.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Typical political game! Supporting popular bills while blackmailing the government on state issues. Every party does this drama. I want to see if they actually pass these bills or just use them as bargaining chips. Actions speak louder than words.
Very progressive move! 🙌 As a woman from Andhra, I appreciate YSRCP's consistent support for women's reservation. But I'm worried about the Delimitation Bill - last time it was linked to population control, and southern states like ours might lose seats. Jagan ji should ensure Andhra doesn't suffer.
The key question is: Will the Delimitation Bill be based on 2021 census or 2011 census? Southern states like AP did well in population control and would be penalized. YSRCP supporting it blindly is not good. They should negotiate hard. Meanwhile, Women's Reservation is non-negotiable - must pass!
I'm skeptical. Same old promises every session - Women's Reservation will pass this time, next time... It's been 27 years! 🫤 But kudos to YSRCP for taking a clear stand. Unlike Congress which is opposing everything without logic. Let's see if Parliament actually functions this session.
As a Telugu person, I appreciate YSRCP keeping state interests first while supporting national good. But Jagan ji should clarify if Delimitation includes reservation for SC/ST/OBC women within Women's Reservation Bill? That's the real test of true women empowerment. 🚺💪
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