The Women’s Reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha after not securing the required two-thirds majority, leading to sharp political reactions from both the ruling NDA and the Opposition. The Opposition described the outcome as a political victory and accused the government of using the bill as a strategic move rather than a genuine reform, while the NDA blamed the Opposition for blocking a landmark legislation aimed at empowering women. In response to the developments, Priyanka Gandhi is scheduled to hold a press conference at 12 PM today, where she is expected to outline the Congress and Opposition’s stand on the issue. Opposition leaders argue that the bill should be implemented immediately in its existing form, ensuring 33% reservation across all 543 Lok Sabha seats without delay. They also plan to send a joint letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding swift enforcement of the law, which they claim has already been delayed since its passage in 2023. Overall, the issue has intensified political tensions, with both sides exchanging accusations and attempting to shape public perception around women’s reservation and broader democratic intent.


