In a poignant national address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow Saturday over the Lok Sabha’s failure to pass the women’s reservation bill, tendering a public apology that resonated across India. This sparked a torrent of BJP criticism, positioning women as the ultimate arbiters against opposition ‘betrayal.’
Delhi Legislative Assembly Chair Vijender Gupta told reporters the opposition stands naked in its hypocrisy. ‘PM Modi’s feelings are hurt, but he’ll persist. Women will extract revenge,’ he predicted, linking it to voter backlash.
Gupta praised Modi’s empathy, aligned with pro-women schemes like Ujjwala gas connections and girl child campaigns. ‘Opposition blocks progress to settle scores with Modi,’ he charged.
Shobha Gupta, a prominent BJP figure, described Modi’s tone as paternal protectiveness amid despair. His resolve for women’s dignity remains ironclad.
Bihar’s Vijay Sinha labeled the rejection a democratic disgrace, with opposition parties sowing confusion to erode maternal rights—a grave offense women won’t overlook.
Sanjay Saravgi hailed Modi’s recommitment to legislative gender parity. Rajendra Shukla of Madhya Pradesh underscored that no force can halt Modi’s nation-building vision long-term. The opposition squandered a chance to amend, even as Shah proposed 50% quota.
Prahlad Patel invoked Vajpayee’s wisdom, decrying Congress’s family-centric politics against BJP’s sacrifices. In Hyderabad, Ramchandra Rao accused the INDIA bloc of sabotaging 50% of India’s populace for political points.
The narrative shift is clear: BJP casts the bill’s defeat as an assault on women, urging them to respond decisively. Modi’s vulnerability humanizes the fight, potentially galvanizing female voters in key battles ahead.
