Former Nagaland Congress president Therie welcomes women’s reservation bill

DIMAPUR — Former president of the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC), K Therie, has welcomed the women reservation bill although it fell short of celebration because it has been linked to decadal census and delimitation. However, he stated that women reservation would come into effect by next state assembly elections and 2029 parliamentary elections.

Therie stated that Congress has initiated women reservation and are constant in their commitment. Expressed hope and believe that more women participation would change the political equations altogether. He added that the state assemblies and parliament need natural essence in shaping policies and in planning for the welfare of the people.

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“We are tired of rogue, silly and hate speeches. We can communicate diplomatically without provoking but with honour and love,” Therie said.

He, therefore, stated that women in the state must now prepare at all levels especially for urban local bodies (ULB) and the state assembly in the forthcoming elections.

“Women must now attend public meetings to understand the ongoing situations,” Therie said and advised the women to rely on official media for it is evidence.

“To become a lawmaker, one is expected to understand the art of governing in imparting justice, equality, welfare and in safeguarding the fundamental rights of citizens,” Therie said and convey his best wishes to womenfolk in the days to come.

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