PM Narendra Modi to Address Nation Tonight; Key Policy Issues in Focus

PM Modi’s 8:30 PM address comes after setback in Lok Sabha; focus likely on women’s reservation and key reforms

By OdishaConnect On Apr 18, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation today at 8:30 PM, with expectations that he will speak on several key issues, including women’s reservation and recent legislative developments. The address will be broadcast live across the country, drawing widespread public attention.

Nation Awaits Key Announcements

The Prime Minister’s address comes at a crucial time, with major policy discussions underway. Sources indicate that topics such as women’s reservation and governance reforms may feature prominently in the speech.

Constitution Amendment Bill Fails in Lok Sabha

The development follows the Centre’s inability to pass the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The bill aimed to increase the number of seats in Parliament from 543 to 850.

After nearly 21 hours of debate, voting saw 528 MPs participate. While 298 MPs voted in favour, 230 opposed the bill. However, it failed to secure the required two-thirds majority (352 votes), falling short by 54 votes.

Three Key Bills Introduced

The government had introduced three major bills in the Lok Sabha:

Constitution Amendment Bill
Delimitation Amendment Bill, 2026
Union Territories Laws Amendment Bill, 2026

These bills are part of broader reforms aimed at restructuring representation and governance frameworks.

Women’s Reservation Bill and Implementation Timeline

Under the Women’s Reservation Bill, also known as the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, 33% of seats in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies will be reserved for women.

However, the implementation of the reservation is expected only after the delimitation process, likely extending the timeline to 2034. The delimitation commission will first determine the number of seats for each state and redraw constituency boundaries before finalizing reservations.

Focus on Future Governance and Representation

The Prime Minister’s address is expected to provide clarity on the government’s next steps following the setback in Parliament and outline the roadmap for key reforms, including women’s political representation and electoral restructuring.