<h1>Opposition Urges Maharashtra to Implement Shakti Bill for Harsher Penalties on Crimes Against Women After Pune Incident</h1> The Congress and NCP (SP) have urged the Maharashtra government to implement the Shakti bill following a rape incident on a bus in Pune. The bill, passed by the state legislature four years ago, includes provisions for the death penalty for crimes against women and children but awaits Central government approval. Former state home minister criticized the current administration for not prioritizing the bill. Congress leader blamed the current government for failing to implement the legislation. Additionally, a state minister faced criticism for comments perceived as insensitive regarding the Pune incident. The opposition demands amendments and passage of the bill in the upcoming session.