Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva expressed strong disapproval towards the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party for the Nari Shakti Vandan Act’s failure to secure the necessary majority in the Lok Sabha. This outcome has sparked widespread discontent among women from all walks of life. Sachdeva, alongside Delhi educationists Rama Sharma and Ruby Mishra, emphasized that the actions of these political parties have deeply angered half of India’s population, who will not easily forgive them.
The trio condemned the opposition’s negative and hostile approach, singling out the Congress, Aam Aadmi Party, and Samajwadi Party for their role in the Act’s defeat. Delhi BJP Vice President Smt. Yogita Singh oversaw the joint press conference where these sentiments were shared. Sachdeva pointed out the sly smiles of leaders from opposing parties post the Act’s downfall, cautioning that even female members within those parties are disappointed and will demand accountability first.
Asserting that expanding women’s representation in legislative bodies is a positive step, Sachdeva highlighted the opposition’s shortsightedness in thwarting such progress. He warned that the future appears bleak for women within parties like Congress and the Samajwadi Party due to their stance on the Act. Despite delays in decision-making, Sachdeva stressed that the opposition will inevitably face the wrath of women nationwide.
Rama Sharma, Principal of Hansraj College, underscored the pivotal role women play in family, society, and nation-building. She noted the significant rise in female enrollment and improved academic performance in colleges. Sharma lamented the opposition’s hindrance of the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, especially considering the success of initiatives like “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao.” She questioned the opposition’s reluctance towards 33% reservation, casting doubt on their willingness to support a 50% reservation.
