Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written to Floor Leaders of all political parties in both Houses of Parliament, urging united support for the implementation of the Women’s Reservation Bill, describing it as a moment that rises “above any party or individual.”

In his letter, the Prime Minister said that after extensive deliberations, the government is ready to operationalize the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in its true spirit across the country. He emphasized that the goal is to ensure that the 2029 Lok Sabha and Assembly elections are conducted with women’s reservation in place.

Calling for political consensus, Modi appealed to all parties to “demonstrate responsibility towards women and future generations” by supporting the legislation. He underlined that the move would mark a historic milestone in strengthening women’s participation in Indian politics.

“I am writing this letter so that we may all come together in one voice to pass this amendment. It would be great to have many Members of Parliament express their views on this subject in Parliament. This is a moment above any one party or individual. It is a moment to demonstrate responsibility towards women and our future generations. Since all political parties have expressed the desire to increase women’s representation in politics for a long time, this is the right time to turn that aspiration into reality. This will be a great achievement for the nation’s Nari Shakti and for 140 crore Indians. I have full confidence that we will all come together and achieve this historic feat in Parliament,” he wrote.

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PM Modi emphasized that a society only progresses when women are given opportunities to progress, and this Bill will serve as an integral part to achieve the dream of a developed India.

“Any society progresses only when women have the opportunity to progress, make decisions and, more importantly, to lead. For India to realise its vision of becoming a developed nation, it is essential that women play a greater and active role in this journey,” the letter stated.

The Prime Minister announced that the discussions on the Women’s Reservation Bill will be held from April 16 (Thursday).

“Your support for the amendment to implement the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam will be the fulfilment of an important responsibility towards the women of our country. Let us further strengthen our great democratic traditions and take decisive steps toward a historic transformation,” PM Modi appealed in the letter. (with inputs from ANI)