Dr Nowhera Shaik, leader of All India Mahila Empowerment Party (MEP), which was launched on November last year on Monday, said that her party will be contesting on all 224 seats in the upcoming Karnataka Assembly election.
Speaking to ANI, Dr Shaik said the main agenda of the party is to bring the women of the country fight for their right and come to power.
"If we come to power, we will introduce 50% reservation for women and software will be developed to ensure the safety of women, among other things," Dr Shaik said.
She even confirmed that the party would even contest the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
Elections for 224-member Karnataka assembly are scheduled for May 12 and the results will be declared on May 15.
The election for one constituency has been postponed following the death of B.N. Vijay Kumar, Jayanagar BJP candidate.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app