Shiv Sena's Protests Ignite Debate Over Women's Reservation Bill

Shiv Sena leaders, including Neelam Gorhe, protested against the Opposition after a women's reservation bill failed in the Lok Sabha. They accused Congress and other parties of pretending to support the bill while voting against it. The controversy deepened with accusations and political maneuvers around the bill's defeat.

In a dramatic protest on Saturday, Shiv Sena leaders, spearheaded by Neelam Gorhe and Manisha Kayande, voiced strong disapproval against opposition parties after a pivotal women's reservation bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha.

Photos of Congress' Rahul Gandhi and SP's Akhilesh Yadav were trampled during the rally, highlighting the high tensions surrounding the legislative setback. Shiv Sena leaders accused opposition parties of hypocrisy, claiming they feigned support for the bill that sought to increase Lok Sabha seats and ensure women's reservation by 2029.

The debate escalated as Maharashtra's Congress spokesperson, Atul Londhe, condemned Gorhe for degrading her constitutional role, asserting that political actions have stooped to new lows in pursuit of power and positions.

(With inputs from agencies.)