Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, criticized the Congress and the INDIA bloc for their opposition to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. Singh emphasized that the proposed legislation reflects the BJP’s core ideology and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of women-led development. Since 2014, the Modi government has prioritized women in governance, shifting them from passive beneficiaries to active contributors in India’s development journey.
Recalling Prime Minister Modi’s focus on building toilets, especially for women, Singh highlighted the significant impact on dignity, safety, and health outcomes for millions of women. He also praised initiatives like the Swachh Bharat Mission and the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana for their transformative effects on sanitation, education, and women’s economic participation. Singh noted that these efforts signify structural changes at the grassroots level.
Singh pointed out that India has vast untapped women’s potential but lacked enabling frameworks in the past. He commended the Modi government for unlocking this potential, evident in the increased participation of women in civil services, STEM education, research, and combat roles in the armed forces. Regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, Singh stated that the legislation aims to formalize women’s involvement in governance and decision-making processes.
Singh criticized the opposition, particularly the Congress, for obstructing the historic leap towards women’s empowerment. He accused them of prioritizing political gains over empowering women, describing their actions as a “historic betrayal.” Despite advocating for women’s reservation for decades, Singh noted that the Congress failed to implement credible frameworks when presented, revealing their lack of genuine intent.
