KTR urges greater participation of women in politics

Hyderabad: BRS working president KT Rama Rao said there is a need for greater participation of women in politics and legislative bodies. With women's reservation expected to be implemented in the coming years, he urged women to actively enter politics.Speaking at Women's Day celebrations at Chandanagar, he recalled that during the previous BRS govt regime, 50% reservation was implemented for women in local bodies. He assured that more innovative welfare programmes for women would be introduced in the future. KTR also cited the BRS govt welfare initiatives such as KCR Kits, Kalyana Lakshmi, She Teams, and Bharosa Centres, stating that these schemes significantly supported women's safety and empowerment. Extending greetings on the occasion of International Women's Day, KTR called upon young girls to stand on their own feet and strive for financial independence. He said that economic independence is the true source of dignity and respect for women. Recalling that he has a 17-year-old daughter, he advised young women to focus on becoming financially independent before making major life decisions. He said that women gain recognition and respect in society only when they are capable of supporting themselves through employment or entrepreneurship without depending on others. Financial independence, he noted, ensures real freedom and self-respect for women. He added that the BRS govt would return to power and introduce more development and welfare programmes for women.