Delhi Assembly Speaker, Vijender Gupta, made a significant move during the Special Session on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam by inviting MLA Shikha Roy from Greater Kailash to lead the proceedings. This gesture aimed to highlight the importance of women’s empowerment, a key focus of the Assembly’s discussions. Roy, as the Chairperson-in-Chair, symbolized inclusivity and the acknowledgment of women’s leadership in legislative functions.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with her Cabinet members and BJP legislators, wore black bands in a symbolic protest against the Opposition’s role in stalling the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha. The Chief Minister’s leadership in this protest showcased the Delhi Government’s united support for women’s rights and dignity.
Health and Transport Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh strongly criticized the opposition’s behavior during the previous Lok Sabha session. He condemned their stance on women’s empowerment, emphasizing that their actions revealed an anti-women mindset. Singh highlighted the significance of genuine commitment over political rhetoric, stating that the people of Delhi are observant of issues being sidelined for distractions.
