Women's Reservation Bill: Sonia Gandhi Begins Discussion From Opposition's Side, Says 'Rajiv Gandhi's Dream Will Complete With Passing of This Legislation' (Watch Video)

 Congress leader Sonia Gandhi began the discussion on the Women's Reservation Bill from the Opposition's side on Wednesday, calling it an emotional moment of her life. Gandhi, initiating the debate on the Bill, said that the Bill was first brought by her husband and late former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. It was defeated in Rajya Sabha by 7 votes. Later, the Congress Government, under the leadership of PM PV Narasimha Rao, passed it in Rajya Sabha. As a result, we have 15 lakh elected women leaders across the country through local bodies. Rajiv Gandhi's dream is only partially complete. It will complete with the passing of this Bill, she added. The government tabled the Women's Reservation Bill on Tuesday, which seeks to give 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state legislatures. The Lok Sabha began discussion on the Bill at 11 am today, and it is expected to be passed. Parliament Special Session 2023: PM Narendra Modi-Led Central Government To Seek Passage of Women’s Reservation Bill in Lok Sabha Today.