Columnist Priyanka Chaturvedi reflects on 2025, noting that while women were a significant focus, particularly in elections and discussions around feminism, true empowerment and representation remain elusive. She observes that women's visibility increased, but control over resources and power structures did not substantially shift. Chaturvedi argues that empowerment is often accepted only when profitable or non-disruptive, urging women to actively seek more space and demand change in 2026.