India, Sept. 14 -- The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Monday welcomed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement that BJP-led NDA governments in 21 states would introduce the Uniform Civil Code before 2029, describing the move as a potential "milestone" in addressing gender inequality and discrimination.

Shah had on Sunday said the UCC would be implemented in all 21 BJP-NDA-ruled states before the next Lok Sabha elections, scheduled for 2029.

Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, Shah highlighted the achievements of the Narendra Modi government over the past 12 years and the BJP's 25-year journey under Modi's leadership.

"Triple talaq has been abolished, giving Muslim women equal rights. We have introduced the Uniform Civil Code in several stat...