Historic Defeat: Women's Reservation Bill Overturned

The defeat of the Women's Reservation Bill, meant to implement reservation for women in legislatures, marks a significant moment in Indian politics. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy called it a 'red-letter day,' crediting united opposition under leaders like Rahul Gandhi for this pivotal victory.

The Women's Reservation Bill intended to increase female representation in legislatures by 2029 was defeated in the Lok Sabha on Friday, marking a significant moment in Indian legislative history.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy hailed the event as a 'red-letter day' and thanked several regional leaders, including M. K. Stalin, Hemant Soren, and Mamata Banerjee, for their united stance against what he termed 'black bills.'

Despite 298 members supporting the Bill, 230 voted against it, failing to reach the two-thirds majority of 352 votes required in the 528-member house. Reddy emphasized the unity under Rahul Gandhi's leadership as crucial in averting what he described as a national disaster.

(With inputs from agencies.)