FIR Against Shiv Sena Leader Sparks Debate on Women's Respect and Empowerment

An FIR against Shiv Sena leader Sunil Raut for derogatory comments has amplified the discussion on women's respect, with NCP's Praful Patel emphasizing initiatives like the Ladli Behen Yojana. Patel also noted the significance of the constitutional amendment for 33% women's representation in legislative bodies by 2029.

An FIR filed against Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sunil Raut for alleged derogatory remarks about a female candidate has revitalized discussions on women's respect. NCP leader Praful Patel seized the opportunity to advocate for enhanced respect for women, highlighting the Maharashtra government's Ladli Behen Yojana.

Patel praised the state's initiatives, including the Ladli Behen scheme, aimed at boosting women's self-confidence and respect, as well as Prime Minister Modi's decade-long efforts in women's empowerment. Patel underscored the importance of recent constitutional amendments set to ensure 33% women's representation in legislative bodies by 2029, post-delimitation.

The FIR against Sunil Raut, who allegedly made contentious remarks about Shiv Sena's Suvarna Karanje, is registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. With Maharashtra elections on November 20 and vote counting on November 23, the political atmosphere remains charged, especially in light of the BJP's past victories.

(With inputs from agencies.)