PM Modi, Opposition Exchange Blame After Women's Bill Defeat

A day after the Women's Reservation Bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha, Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the opposition, accusing parties like Indian National Congress, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, and Samajwadi Party of blocking women's empowerment. He termed their move a "sin" and a direct assault on women's rights, alleging dynastic politics and fear of women's rising power. The opposition hit back, calling the Prime Minister's remarks politically motivated, while leaders like MK Stalin raised concerns over delimitation and state representation.