'Resolutely committed to principle of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas'

January 08, 2019 23:04

Shortly after a landmark bill seeking to provide 10 per cent reservation in jobs and education for the general category poor was passed by the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked all who supported it.

The PM said, "The passage of The Constitution (124th Amendment) Bill, 2019 in Lok Sabha is a landmark moment in our nations history. It sets into motion the process to achieve an effective measure that ensures justice for all sections of society."

The PM further said, "I thank MPs from all parties who supported it. We're resolutely committed to the principle of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas. It's our endeavour to ensure every poor person, irrespective of caste or creed gets to lead a life of dignity, & gets access to all possible opportunities."

As many as 323 members voted in support of the bill and only three voted against, underlining the cross-party support the politically crucial bill elicited.

Replying to an over four-and-a-half hour debate, Social Justice Minister Thaavarchand Gehlot sought to allay doubts raised by several opposition members about the legislations fate if challenged in the Supreme Court, saying he can say with confidence that the apex court will accept it.

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