CM calls for united support on women’s reservation bill

Panaji: Ahead of a special sitting of Parliament over the women’s reservation bill, chief minister Pramod Sawant on Sunday appealed to the leadership of political allies and opposition parties, alongside members of Parliament, seeking a united front for the historic implementation of women’s legislative representation.With a special sitting of Parliament scheduled to commence on April 16, Sawant said that the nation is at a “watershed moment” in its democratic journey. In alignment with the vision articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the focus has now shifted towards giving effect to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, a landmark reform enacted in 2023.The chief minister said that following extensive consultations with constitutional experts, this move was a decisive step towards fulfilling a long-standing national commitment that will deepen democratic participation and bring renewed energy to governance.Stating that this initiative transcends political differences, he called for collective action to demonstrate a shared commitment to gender equity for future generations. He urged all stakeholders to present a constructive voice in favour of this transformative initiative, further strengthening the country’s democratic foundations in alignment with the PM’s vision for a developed nation.