Campaigning for the AIADMK-led NDA in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu emphasized the importance of women’s reservation. He highlighted the need for parties to be accountable for their stance on this legislation, considering it a crucial aspect of inclusive governance.
Naidu commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for proposing 33% reservation for women, calling it a transformative reform that signifies a strong commitment to women’s empowerment and political involvement. He criticized the DMK and Congress for opposing progressive reforms, particularly the women’s reservation Bill, which he deemed detrimental to women nationwide.
Accusing various opposition parties, including Congress and DMK, of historically obstructing key reforms, Naidu urged them to apologize to women for voting against the Women’s Reservation Act amendment. He stressed that this issue goes beyond politics and is pivotal for the future of women in India.
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader also criticized the DMK government in Tamil Nadu for what he perceived as a lack of vision and failure to leverage support from the Centre, resulting in missed developmental opportunities. Naidu urged Tamil Nadu voters to reject parties opposing reform-oriented policies and instead back the AIADMK-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for progressive governance.
