New Delhi, April 15 (NationPress) The Congress party escalated its criticism of the Central Government on Wednesday regarding the Women's Reservation Bill and the proposed delimitation initiative, branding the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as “anti-women” and asserting that they are proceeding without proper consultation on vital constitutional amendments.

Spokesperson Surendra Rajput of Congress slammed the government for postponing the enactment of the Women's Reservation Bill, asserting, "The Congress party has unveiled the Bharatiya Janata Party's anti-women stance. When the Women's Reservation Bill was unanimously approved in Parliament in 2023, we urged that it be enacted in time for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Numerous elections have occurred since; it would have been preferable for its implementation to have been earlier. The BJP's anti-women image is clear—it was evident when they failed to implement it sooner."

Additionally, Congress leader Rakesh Sinha expressed apprehensions regarding the Centre’s tactics surrounding delimitation, urging for more extensive dialogue prior to enacting such a substantial reform.

He remarked, "Delimitation is a topic that necessitates thorough discussion. The central government plans to introduce this delimitation bill in the Lok Sabha without convening an all-party meeting or consulting the public. This clearly showcases their arrogance; discussions should have taken place. Simply bringing up women's reservation and presenting delimitation is inappropriate without dialogue."

These statements emerge as the Centre prepares for significant constitutional alterations during the forthcoming Special Session of Parliament slated for April 16 and 17.

The Union Government has introduced a pivotal reform through The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty First Amendment) Bill, 2026, aiming to augment the Lok Sabha's strength. This Bill also suggests modifications to Article 82 of the Constitution, which governs the reallocation of parliamentary constituencies after each Census.

This initiative is associated with the broader strategy to enforce 33 percent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, a provision initially endorsed under the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023, but yet to be applied due to delays stemming from census and delimitation processes.

The topic has already incited political reactions from various parties. With several parties expressing concerns regarding timing, implementation, and representation, the suggested reforms are poised to ignite intense discussions in Parliament.