New Delhi, April 15: Former captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, Mithali Raj, has commended the progress of the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan’ initiative after her meeting with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta in Tirupati. She described the initiative as a vital step towards inclusivity and empowerment.
Mithali Raj expressed her gratitude on her social media platform, stating, “Thank you for your kind words, ma’am. It was a pleasure speaking with you in Tirupati. The advancements surrounding ‘Nari Shakti Vandan’ are truly inspiring and represent a necessary step towards greater representation in our democracy.”
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta previously praised Mithali Raj’s support for this initiative. She shared on social media, “The period from April 16-18 will be a significant moment for the country. I had a wonderful conversation with the great cricketer and former captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, Mithali Raj, in Tirupati. Her support for ‘Nari Shakti Vandan’ reflects a national sentiment where women are stepping into leadership roles through their achievements. Increased representation of women in Parliament will add new depth to India’s democratic journey.”
This conversation between Rekha Gupta and Mithali Raj took place ahead of the upcoming discussion in Parliament regarding the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Act.’ This discussion is expected to consider proposed changes to the women’s reservation law passed in September 2023, which reserves one-third of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
Since retiring from cricket, Mithali Raj has been active in commentary and cricket-related activities. She serves as a consultant for women’s cricket operations at the Andhra Cricket Association. Last year, a stand was inaugurated in her name during the ODI World Cup 2025.
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