Union Home Minister Amit Shah has condemned the opposition parties, asserting that all members of the INDI Alliance have opposed the women’s reservation bills brought forward by the government. He made these comments during a lengthy debate in the Lok Sabha on April 17, stating that the opposition employed qualifying statements like “if” and “but” as part of their objections. Shah emphasised that while no one has publicly contested the concept of women’s reservation, the objections raised are shrouded in ambiguity.

Details of the Legislative Proposals

The government had introduced three significant bills aimed at implementing the Women’s Reservation Act by the 2029 general elections. Amit Shah pointed out that these bills seek to ensure that the principle of “one person, one vote, one value” is adhered to across the electoral landscape. The proposed amendments are designed to facilitate women’s representation in the Lok Sabha, promoting the empowerment of women through legislative reforms.

During the discussion, Shah responded to concerns raised by opposition members regarding their perceived loss of influence in the political landscape of Southern states due to an increase in Lok Sabha seats. He refuted these fears, arguing that the proportional representation of Southern states in the House would actually rise after the implementation of the Women’s Reservation Act.

Shah presented specific figures to illustrate his point. He noted that Karnataka would see its representation expand from 28 to 42 MPs, increasing its percentage in the Lok Sabha from 5.15 per cent to 5.44 per cent. Similarly, Andhra Pradesh’s representation would grow from 25 MPs to 38, while Telangana would increase from 17 to 26 MPs. Tamil Nadu would see its numbers rise from 49 to 59, ensuring no loss of representation after the passage of the bills.

Prime Minister’s Assurance to Opposition Parties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also contributed to the debate, aiming to reassure members of the opposition about the implications of the delimitation exercise and the increased number of Lok Sabha seats. He made a commitment that the government’s decision-making processes would treat all states equitably, regardless of their size or geographical location. Modi stated that the proportional representation from previous delimitations would remain intact, ensuring fairness across all states.

The Prime Minister offered to guarantee his statements to bolster confidence among opposition members, clarifying the government’s intentions to not disadvantage any particular region. He expressed a desire to eliminate misunderstandings and ensure that the legislative changes would not lead to any unjust outcomes for Southern states, which had been a central concern of the opposition.

The Lok Sabha session resumed discussions on the three significant bills: the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Delimitation Bill, 2026. The conversation underscored the urgency and significance the government places on these reforms intended to empower women and alter the electoral landscape ahead of the 2029 elections.

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