Ahead of April 16 Parliamentary Debate, Chief Minister Urges MPs, MLAs and Women’s Organisations to Champion Swift Implementation of Nari Shakti Vandan Act
Raipur, (thestates.news) | Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai has called for unified and proactive efforts to ensure the effective and time-bound implementation of the _Nari Shakti Vandan Act._ Chief Minister has written letter to all the Members of Parliament, Members of the Legislative Assembly, and women’s organisations across Chhattisgarh, urging them to play a decisive role in the process. Describing the proposed parliamentary discussion on April 16, 2026, as a crucial moment in India’s democratic evolution, he termed it a historic opportunity to secure rightful representation for women in governance.
In his letter to Members of Parliament, Chief Minister Shri Sai emphasised that the upcoming debate represents a significant milestone in the country’s democratic journey. He recalled that the Act’s unanimous passage by Parliament in 2023 reflected a rare and powerful consensus on advancing women’s empowerment. He urged MPs to take a constructive and forward-looking approach to ensure its implementation well before the 2029 Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, so that women may assume their due place in decision-making institutions without delay.
Addressing MLAs in the State, Shri Sai noted that the moment has arrived to translate intent into action by guaranteeing women their rightful space in governance. He highlighted that empowerment led by ‘Matrishakti’ is central to achieving balanced and sustainable development. Calling upon MLAs to lend strength to Chhattisgarh’s voice in favour of women’s reservation, he encouraged their active participation in deliberations and their role in fostering a supportive and progressive discourse.
