Surat buzzed with Smriti Irani’s endorsement of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s equitable treatment of women MPs. The former minister, with a decade in Parliament, affirmed no discrimination exists; Birla empowers women from all parties and states to speak up and shape national agendas.
‘I’ve seen it firsthand—no woman is ignored,’ Irani shared, praising Birla’s promotion of robust female participation. This progress complements PM Modi’s empowerment drive.
She highlighted the Speaker’s crucial role in decorum enforcement, especially amid opposition heckling during PM’s thanks address, managed with impartial wisdom.
The budget earned her kudos as a boon for the masses, thoughtfully designed despite opposition onslaughts. Surat’s discussion, packed with textile leaders, accountants, gem traders, and SME owners, echoed approval for the fiscal plan and PM’s stewardship.
When citizens cheer leadership, budgets gain ultimate legitimacy, Irani remarked, chiding opposition’s negativity that cements their outsider status.