INDIA: Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the passage of the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’ (Women’s Reservation Bill) in the Lok Sabha, stating that it will empower women and contribute to gender-inclusive and equitable development in India.
Shah emphasized that this legislation, which guarantees one-third of seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women, represents a historic milestone in women’s empowerment. It will lead to more gender-balanced laws and policies, enhancing the inclusivity and efficacy of India’s parliamentary democracy.
Shah expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this transformative bill, which he believes will harness women’s power to shape the nation’s destiny.
“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to PM @narendramodi Ji for the Women’s Reservation Bill, passed in the Lok Sabha today. It has transformed the political discourse in our nation,” Shah wrote on X.
He noted the significant influence women have had on individuals, families, society, and the economy through their nurturing and selfless contributions. The bill, according to Shah, will further empower women in shaping the nation’s future.
The passage of the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’ in the Lok Sabha reaffirms the Modi government’s commitment to female-led governance.
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