All India Mahila Congress (AIMC) President Alka Lamba announced on Saturday that over 2 lakh women have joined the Congress party through a nationwide online membership drive in just 20 days.
During a press conference at the All India Congress Committee Headquarters in the national capital, Lamba highlighted the party’s commitment to achieving justice for women under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi.
She pointed to the ongoing Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, emphasizing the drive’s five core objectives, particularly focusing on political, financial, and societal justice for women. “We are seeing many women in queues to cast their vote in Haryana,” she remarked, noting that their participation signals a shift towards development and transformation.
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Lamba further explained that the concerns expressed by women during the campaign in Haryana align with the Congress’s promises for the state. She specifically mentioned the party’s push for greater political representation, stating, “This will pave the way for political justice for women.” Notably, the Congress has fielded 12 women candidates across 90 constituencies in the Haryana Assembly elections.
However, Lamba criticized the BJP-led central government for delaying the women’s reservation bill, which would increase women’s representation to 33 percent. She accused the BJP of depriving women of their rightful share in politics.
Addressing the pressing issue of inflation, Lamba reiterated Congress’s promise to reduce the price of LPG cylinders to Rs 500 in Haryana, emphasizing that this measure would alleviate financial burdens for women.
Lamba also expressed support for wrestler and Congress candidate Vinesh Phogat, who is contesting from the Julana Assembly seat. She urged voters to prioritize empowering their daughters. Additionally, Lamba condemned Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not meeting with Phogat and criticized the Delhi Police for failing to support her and other wrestlers during their protests in the capital.
In closing, Lamba reaffirmed Congress’s commitment to supporting women like Phogat, vowing to continue the fight for societal justice across the country.
