Prime Minister Modi Seeks Support for Women's Reservation Bill Ahead of Special Parliament Session

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on political leaders to support the Women's Reservation Act before the special parliamentary session from April 16 to 18. He emphasizes the importance of implementing this law for the 2029 elections, which would reserve 273 seats for women in the Lok Sabha. Modi believes this amendment will significantly enhance India's democratic framework and urges MPs to prioritize this historic change over party politics. The Prime Minister highlights the achievements of women in various fields and stresses the need for their active participation in governance. This initiative aims to fulfill a long-awaited promise of empowerment for women in India.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 12, 2026, 16:54 IST

Request for Support from Political Leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached out to leaders of all political parties through letters, urging them to support the implementation of the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' (Women's Reservation Act) ahead of the special parliamentary session scheduled from April 16 to 18. He emphasized the necessity of ensuring that the upcoming 2029 Lok Sabha and Assembly elections include reservations for women.

Need for Amendments to the Law

According to the original Women's Reservation Act passed in 2023, the reservation could only take effect after the delimitation process following the 2027 census. This meant that women would not receive reservations until after 2034. In his letter, Modi clarified that after extensive discussions and expert opinions, the government concluded that the law should be amended to allow for implementation starting with the 2029 general elections.

Proposed Changes

Modi stated that passing this amendment would significantly transform the democratic framework of the country. The number of seats in the Lok Sabha would increase from the current total to 816, with 273 seats specifically reserved for women.

Ending Decades of Waiting

In his correspondence, Modi highlighted the achievements of Indian women across various fields, from space exploration to sports and the armed forces. He reminded that in 2023, Parliament unitedly supported this act, symbolizing our democratic unity. The Prime Minister remarked, 'This moment transcends any single party or individual; it is time to fulfill our responsibility towards women and future generations.'

Historic Discussions Starting April 16

The duration of the Parliament's budget session has been extended, with the special session commencing on April 16. Modi expressed hope that all MPs would rise above party politics to be part of this historic change. He is confident that this will be a significant achievement for the 1.4 billion Indians and the nation's women.