"Women's Voices Will Become Louder"; says PM
On Friday, 22 September 2023, the women's quota Bill — titled 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' — cleared in the Rajya Sabha as a historic moment, PM Modi congratulated the citizens of the country.
He said that with the passage of the draft legislation, which will enable a fairer representation of 'Nari Shakti' in legislative bodies, there will be a new dawn of women's empowerment.
PM Modi said by virtue of the women's quota law, women, who play an "invaluable role" in nation-building will get their due.
PM Modi took to his official handle on X to post, "A historic moment in our country's democratic journey! Many congratulations to 140 crore Indians! Heartfelt gratitude to all the MPs of Rajya Sabha for voting for the bill related to Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. Its unanimous passage is very encouraging.
With the passage of this bill, the representation of women's power will be strengthened and a new era of their empowerment will begin."
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