Hyderabad: K Kavitha, a Member of Legislative Council, has written a letter to 47 political parties in India, urging them to unite and pass the Women’s Reservation Bill in the upcoming Parliament session. She specifically addressed the presidents of these parties and emphasized the need to prioritize the bill over political differences.
The Women’s Reservation Bill aims to reserve 33% of seats in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies for women. Despite its importance in achieving gender equality and inclusive governance, the bill has been stuck in the legislative process for a long time. Kavitha highlighted the crucial role women play in Indian society and the necessity of their representation in legislative bodies. She pointed out that there are already 14 lakh women actively participating in public life, proving their ability to lead and govern effectively.
Kavitha stressed the significance of inclusivity in democracy and stated that increasing women’s representation is not about exclusion but about creating a more fair and balanced political landscape. She urged all political parties to recognize the urgency of passing the Women’s Reservation Bill and support it.
Earlier, Kavitha had gone on a hunger strike in March to demand the introduction and passage of the bill. She has also been engaging with political parties and civil society organizations across India to raise awareness and support for the bill.
