The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) plans a nationwide protest against the INDI alliance after the defeat of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha. The bill aimed to secure 33% reservation for women in Parliament but fell short of the required two-thirds majority, sparking a political clash between the ruling alliance and the opposition. Despite receiving 278 votes in favor and 211 against, the bill failed to pass, leading to accusations from the NDA against the INDI alliance for obstructing a significant reform for enhancing women’s representation in legislative bodies.
Party leaders announced protests at district headquarters nationwide, led by the BJP’s women’s wing, the BJP Mahila Morcha. The campaign aims to expose what the NDA perceives as an “anti-women agenda” of the opposition and to rally public support on the issue. The BJP is poised to emphasize this matter in the upcoming elections, particularly in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, as part of its strategy.
NDA leaders intend for the protests to shed light on the opposition’s role in the bill’s failure and to garner public backing for women’s reservation. Following the bill’s defeat, women MPs from the NDA staged a protest within Parliament premises, expressing disappointment and reiterating their dedication to achieving reservation for women. This event has widened the political gap between the ruling alliance and the opposition, paving the way for an escalated national political contest over gender representation and electoral reform.
