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New Delhi:<\/strong> Prime Minister Narendra Modi fiercely criticized the opposition on Saturday for blocking amendments to the women\u2019s reservation law. He accused them of undermining the government\u2019s honest efforts to secure a 33% quota for women in legislative bodies by 2029 and expanding Lok Sabha seats for every state by 50%.<\/p>\n In a heartfelt address to the nation, he stated, \u201cWomen will never forgive you for this sin,\u201d emphasizing that women are destined to claim their rightful place in Parliament and state assemblies. Modi pledged to work tirelessly to overcome any obstacles standing in the way of women\u2019s reservation.<\/p>\n The Prime Minister began his 30-minute speech by expressing regret for his government’s inability to pass the bill despite numerous attempts. He conveyed his apologies to women, stating, \u201cI apologize to my mothers and sisters,\u201d asserting that those who blocked the bill hindered women’s progress and aspirations.<\/p>\n Shifting focus, he criticized specific opposition parties\u2014Congress, Trinamool Congress, Samajwadi Party, and DMK\u2014accusing them of spreading misinformation about the amendments. He claimed these parties had revealed their true colors to the public.<\/p>\n It\u2019s uncommon for Modi to directly target political rivals during national speeches, which are usually reserved for discussing significant policies and governance issues. This time, however, it seemed he was prepared to confront the opposition after their united front dismissed his repeated appeals regarding the bill.<\/p>\n Modi clarified that the proposed bill aimed to provide equal representation for all states, debunking claims that it would negatively impact southern states. He pointed out that the women’s reservation amendment was crucial for increasing political representation across the country, regardless of the region.<\/p>\n He claimed that family-run parties feared the empowerment of women would threaten their traditional power structures, adding, \u201cMembers of these parties celebrated after denying women their rights. This was not just about politics, but a blow to women\u2019s dignity.\u201d <\/p>\n He expressed his belief that while the government might lack the necessary votes to pass the bill, the support of women was immense. \u201cWe may not have 66% of the votes, but I know we have 100% of women\u2019s blessings,\u201d he asserted.<\/p>\n Continuing his critique, he highlighted the tendency of opposition parties to take women\u2019s rights for granted and labeled their actions as detrimental. Modi branded Congress and its allies as historically opposed to women\u2019s quotas and described them as \u201canti-reform.\u201d<\/p>\n He warned that these parties were not just failing to support women but were also betraying their constituents, missing out on a chance to amplify voices from their regions. Describing their approach as an outdated divide-and-rule tactic inherited from British rule, he argued that it obstructed progress for the nation as a whole.<\/p>\n Despite feeling disheartened by the setback regarding the women\u2019s reservation law, Modi ended his speech on a strong note, vowing that the push for greater representation for women in legislatures would continue. “We will not be deterred from our commitment,” he said, asserting that their determination was unwavering.<\/p>\n With these poignant remarks, PM Modi\u2019s message underscored the ongoing struggle for women\u2019s rights in India and the challenges posed by political opposition.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Modi Criticizes Opposition Over Women’s Reservation Bill Defeat New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi fiercely criticized the opposition on Saturday for blocking amendments to the women\u2019s reservation law. 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