Women’s quota law key to egalitarian India, says PM Modi; pushes for consensus on amend

Monday described the enactment of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam as one of the most significant developments of the 21st century, asserting that it reflects India’s commitment to building an egalitarian society rooted in social justice.

Addressing a ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’, the Prime Minister said Parliament stands “close to creating new history that will realise visions of the past, fulfil resolutions of future”.

He emphasised that the women’s reservation law represents a national resolve towardsreservation law represents a national resolve towards ensuring that social justice becomes “a natural part of work culture” rather than merely a slogan.It’s our effort and priority that this time amendment bill is passed through dialogue, cooperation and participation,” he said, underlining the government’s intent to build consensus.

The Prime Minister also pointed to the role of women in grassroots governance, calling Panchayati Raj institutions a “remarkable example of women’s leadership”. 

Modi said the need to provide reservation for women in democratic structures had been felt for decades across the country.Studies have shown that increased participation of women in decision-making leads to greater sensitivity, responsiveness within systems,” he said.

PM Modi said India’s “Nari Shakti” has made immense contributions across sectors and reiterated his outreach to women. “I am not here to preach or to awaken anyone; I am here simply to seek blessings of women of this country,” he said.