The Congress party has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his government's delay in implementing the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, which provides for 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh stated that Modi owes an apology to women across India for not accepting their demand for immediate implementation ahead of the 2024 elections. The law, passed unanimously by Parliament, is now contingent on the completion of the 2027 Census and subsequent delimitation, which could delay its effect until 2034. Ramesh accused the Modi administration of using this delay as a cover-up for its failures in governance and foreign policy. In response, Modi has emphasized that the amendments to the Women Reservation Act are significant for advancing women's rights and democracy, urging all Members of Parliament to support the initiative. The Parliament is scheduled to convene from April 16 to 18 to discuss these amendments, which aim to ensure women's representation in upcoming elections.