Women’s Reservation Bill Protest: BJP Mahila Morcha Calls Out Opposition

The Punjab BJP Mahila Morcha protested against opposition parties for blocking the Women's Reservation Bill. The Bill aimed for 33% women's representation in legislative bodies but was defeated in Lok Sabha. BJP leaders criticized Congress and AAP for political opportunism and demanded equal rights for women.

The Punjab BJP Mahila Morcha staged a protest on Saturday condemning opposition parties' alleged anti-women stance. This comes after the failure of the Women's Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha.

The contentious Bill, aiming for 33% reservation for women in legislative bodies, was defeated, sparking criticism from BJP leaders. They accused Congress and AAP of political opportunism and resisting women's empowerment.

Prominent BJP figures, including Preneet Kaur and Jai Inder Kaur, voiced disappointment over the opposition's actions, demanding accountability and urging political parties to prioritize women's rights.