Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi stressed the importance of passing the Women’s Reservation Bill in Parliament. She highlighted that women voters may strongly support candidates ensuring one-third representation in the 2029 Parliament and State Assemblies. Bedi emphasized women’s growing demand for a significant role in governance and policymaking.
Voting on key bills related to amending the women’s reservation law and establishing a delimitation commission is set to take place in the Lok Sabha. The proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aims to enable women’s reservation and conduct delimitation, with a 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats across all states.
Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal explained that the Bill, if passed, would lead to a substantial rise in the number of seats in various states. However, the Opposition has raised concerns over the delimitation process, fearing a potential loss of political influence in the Lok Sabha. Congress MP Manish Tewari criticized the proposed delimitation exercise, suggesting it is being disguised as the Women’s Reservation Bill.
