Amit Shah warns opposition of ‘women’s wrath in 2029’ after constitutional amendment bill defeat

New Delhi: Union home minister Amit Shah launched a strong political attack on opposition parties after the constitutional amendment bill related to women’s reservation failed to secure the required two-thirds majority in the lok sabha. He said the outcome would have long-term political consequences.

‘Women’s wrath in 2029’ remark sparks attention

During the heated debate in parliament, Shah warned that the opposition would face “women’s wrath in 2029,” linking the issue directly to electoral accountability. The remark came shortly after the government-backed constitutional amendment bill was defeated, triggering intense exchanges inside the House.

The proposed legislation aimed to enable 33 per cent reservation for women in the lok sabha and state legislative assemblies. The government presented it as a key step towards expanding women’s representation in decision-making bodies, while also linking it to broader electoral reforms.

Opposition raises concerns over intent and structure

Opposition parties strongly opposed the bill, arguing that it was connected to delimitation and could potentially alter the representation balance between states. They claimed that the proposed framework raised questions over federal fairness and electoral redistribution.

The government rejected these concerns, maintaining that the bill was designed solely to strengthen women’s participation in politics. It argued that the reform was necessary to correct long-standing underrepresentation of women in legislatures.

Heated exchanges in parliament

The debate saw sharp exchanges between ruling and opposition members, with both sides accusing each other of misrepresenting facts and political intentions. The discussion reflected broader tensions over electoral reforms and constitutional changes.

The constitutional amendment bill ultimately failed to pass in the lok sabha after not achieving the required two-thirds majority. Despite numerical support, it fell short of the constitutional threshold needed for approval.

Following the vote, proceedings in parliament continued amid high political tension. Further discussions on related legislative proposals are expected as part of the ongoing session.
(With ANI inputs)