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MP Jan Akrosh Mahila Padyatra: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Dr Mohan Yadav on Monday launched a verbal attack on the Congress party while addressing the ‘Jan Akrosh Mahila Padyatra’ organised in state capital Bhopal. He accused the opposition of undermining the rights of the women and warned of dire consequences for those responsible.
The foot march drew participation from a huge number of women. Addressing the gathering, CM Dr Yadav slammed the Congress leaders for mocking the Woman’s Reservation Bill. In his remarks, he targeted Rahul Gandhi’s sister, Priyanka, saying that her earlier claims of empowerment now rang hollow. He said, “Priyanka Gandhi spoke of strength, saying I am a girl, I can fight. Where has that resolve gone now, when the rights of women have been stifled?” His statements prompted a loud applause from the crowd.
CM reflects on Congress’ earlier decisions
CM Dr Yadav, during this, also reflected on Congress’ history of sidelining women’s rights. He referred to past political decisions, claiming that the earlier leadership had also failed to uphold justice for women.
He urged the march’s attendees to channel their anger constructively, saying that it symbolised a growing demand for equality. He asserted, “This fire within you is the fire of your rights. Do not let it extinguish.” Furthermore, he also accused opposition parties of collectively denying women their rightful place in governance, underlining that such efforts would ultimately fall.
MP Jan Akrosh Mahila Padyatra: Reformers who fought for women’s rights named
Highlighting India’s legacy of social reform, CM Dr Yadav cited the works of reformers like Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Jyotirao Phule and BR Ambedkar, saying they fought tirelessly for women’s equality and rights.
Calls raised for nationwide awareness
Reaffirming the MP government’s commitment, CM Dr Yadav said his party had sought unanimous support for the bill, but the opposition’s stance left everyone disappointed. He warned that those who ‘choked the aspirations of half the population’ would be held accountable. He further said that respect for women is deeply embedded in Indian traditions. He added, “Without honouring women, even divine blessings remain incomplete.”
