‘Most Important Decision Of 21st Century’: PM Modi On Women Reservation Bill

Last Updated:April 13, 2026, 12:09 IST

PM Modi hails Women Reservation Bill as a historic 21st century decision, says India is united, calls for implementation by 2029 and a new era of social justice

As India moves towards introducing the Women Reservation Bill, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a national-level ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Sammelan’ at Vigyan Bhawan on Monday.

Addressing the gathering, Modi described the move as “one of the most important decisions of the 21st century". He said the step is dedicated to the power and respect of women and added that Parliament is close to creating a new chapter in the country’s history.

“India stands united on the Women’s Reservation Bill. The bill has come into being after 40 years. It must be implemented by 2029. This is one of the most important decisions of the 21st century," said PM Modi.

He also mentioned that former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar was present at the event. Congratulating people, PM Modi said the decision marks the beginning of a new era and noted that every political party has contributed in its own way to this effort. He added that the country stands united on the issue of women’s quota.

PM Modi said the decision reflects a vision of an egalitarian India, where social justice becomes a natural part of governance and decision-making. He noted that the time has come to end decades of waiting and highlighted key dates between April 16 and 18 in this context.

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