Padma Shri awardee, Dr. Vijayalakshmi Deshmane, commended the Women’s Reservation Bill as a significant and courageous reform, encouraging women nationwide to engage in politics and play a role in nation-building. The upcoming focus in Parliament, after the Budget Session resumes on April 16, will be on deliberating proposed changes to the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023, officially named the Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a video message, urged all political parties to support the Women’s Reservation Bill.
Dr. Deshmane, speaking to the press, praised Prime Minister Modi for advancing this long-pending reform, emphasizing the government’s dedication to women-centric progress. She expressed that while the Bill marks a crucial initial step, its success hinges on women actively engaging in politics and asserting their influence. Stressing the importance of women’s participation in politics, she highlighted that this move would enhance India’s democratic structure by ensuring better representation of women in legislative bodies.
The Padma Shri awardee underscored that the Bill’s implementation would bolster India’s democratic fabric by increasing women’s presence in Parliament, thereby empowering women and fostering the nation’s advancement. She lauded the government’s broader efforts towards women-led development, viewing the Bill as a pivotal chance for women to assume leadership roles and shape the nation’s future. The Women’s Reservation Bill aims to allocate one-third of seats in Parliament and state legislatures to women, aiming to promote inclusive governance and gender equality.
