PM Modi failed to keep up his promise on Women Reservation Bill: Apsara Reddy

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February 27, 2019

PM Modi failed to keep up his promise on Women Reservation Bill: Apsara Reddy
Bengaluru, Feb 27: All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary Apsara Reddy has alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had failed to keep up his promise of getting Women Reservation Bill passed in the Parliament though he is completing five year term in the office.

“Just speaking about women empowerment is not sufficient, it should be practically implemented so that women gets voice to raise in the Parliament and Assemblies,” the first transgender to be appointed as AICC National General Secretary said.

Talking to UNI Kannada Service here, she said that passing of the Women Reservation Bill would have ensured 33 per cent reservation for fair sex in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies. “But the Bill is still in the cold storage despite BJP making a promise before 2014 General election to get it passed,” she added.

Ms Reddy said “by appointing me, a transgender, to the top post, AICC President Rahul Gandhi has proved that Congress is true to its saying protection and empowerment of women should be the top priority.
I don’t think that I was appointed to the post to get political mileage, but to send a message that top posts in his party is open for all and not restricted. Anybody, be it a Woman, a transgender or belonging to minority section, can be appointed depending on their capability to serve the society. It also sends a message that everybody should been equally in the Society”.

Ms Reddy was a Journalist, a Social Worker and was AIADMK National Spokesperson. She was with BJP before joining Congress.

She said that number of transgender in the country was more but most of them don’t have Vote ID cards. They should be encouraged to enter politics and lead a meaningful life.

Referring to entry of Priyanka Gandhi into politics, she said that “her entry and appointment as AICC General Secretary has given a boost to womenfolk to work hard for the party’s success in the General election. High Command will decide about from where she will contest for the LS election. Her entry into politics is really encouraging womenfolk in the party and those women who want to enter politics.”

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A Tragic End—Mortal Remains of Entrepreneur Mumtaz Ali Found In River

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October 7,2024

Mangaluru, Oct 7: In a heartbreaking turn of events, the search for Mumtaz Ali, chairman of Misbah Group of Educational Institutions, ended with the discovery of his mortal remains in the Phalguni river near Kulur. The somber discovery came after an exhaustive search, leaving a community in shock and sorrow.

He is the younger brother of former MLA Mohuiddin Bawa and former MLC B M Farookh.

The incident has taken a deeply distressing turn with the filing of an FIR against six individuals, including a woman, who are accused of pushing Ali to a tragic end.

The accused allegedly blackmailed Ali, fabricating a story about his involvement in an illicit relationship with the woman. Reports suggest that they extorted Rs 50 lakh from Ali and were unrelenting, demanding an additional Rs 50 lakh from him, casting a shadow over his final days.

The complaint, lodged by Ali’s grieving brother, accuses these individuals of driving him to despair through relentless blackmail and false accusations, ultimately leading him to take the tragic step.

In the early hours of Sunday, Ali left his home at 3 am, heading towards Suratkal, perhaps seeking some solace. A minor accident occurred when his car collided with a private bus near MCF. Despite the mishap, he offered a heartfelt apology to the bus driver and conductor—a gesture that now echoes with the pain of his unspoken struggles. After the collision, Ali made a U-turn near Panambur circle, driving back towards Kulur bridge, where his journey came to a sorrowful end.

Ali’s last moments hold an even deeper sadness, as he left behind a voice message in Byari, naming an individual who had been tormenting him mentally. Sent to his daughter and a close friend, the message revealed the unbearable burden he was carrying, hinting at his final decision to end his suffering.

This tragic loss has left the community and his loved ones grappling with unanswered questions and a profound sense of grief. As the investigation unfolds, the memory of Mumtaz Ali lingers, a reminder of the silent battles that too often go unseen.

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