Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma criticized opposition parties for trying to undermine women’s rights and aspirations. He highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to ensuring full rights and representation for women. Speaking at the launch of the Mahila Jan Akrosh Yatra in Jaipur, CM Sharma expressed disappointment over the opposition’s attempt to derail the amendment bill related to Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam on April 17.
The Chief Minister emphasized the significance of the legislation for women’s active participation in policymaking. He condemned parties with a “dynastic mindset” for opposing the bill in Parliament. CM Sharma warned that such actions would face a strong response from women nationwide. He stressed the importance of upholding women’s dignity and their crucial role in society.
CM Sharma also criticized the opposition for their stance on key decisions of the Central government, such as the abrogation of Article 370 and the Uniform Civil Code implementation. He highlighted various initiatives launched since 2014 to empower women, including schemes like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and Ujjwala Yojana. The Chief Minister underscored the necessity of women’s active involvement in leadership and governance for the vision of a “Developed India and Developed Rajasthan” to materialize.
Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari joined in criticizing the opposition, labeling their opposition to the Women’s Reservation Bill as “unfortunate” and “an insult to women.” She described the rally’s purpose as sending a strong message against what she termed “anti-women politics.” The Mahila Jan Akrosh Yatra witnessed the participation of several leaders, including Minister of State Manju Baghmar, MP Manju Sharma, and BJP Mahila Morcha State President Rakhi Rathore, alongside party workers and women from diverse backgrounds.
