In a strong address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Opposition for blocking the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha, calling them opportunists who prioritize self-interest over women's rights. He stated that while the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) did not secure the required 66% votes for the amendment, they have the full support of the women of India. Modi expressed disappointment over the behavior of Opposition leaders, particularly from the Congress, Trinamool Congress, and Samajwadi Party, who he claimed celebrated the bill's failure, which he described as an attack on women's dignity. He emphasized that the amendment aimed to empower women, granting them rights that have been denied for 40 years. Modi vowed that the NDA would continue to pursue the legislation and explore alternative methods to ensure its passage, as women constitute at least 50% of the population and are essential to India's progress. He warned that the Opposition would face public retribution for their actions against women's rights, asserting that they have consistently obstructed progress on this issue.