The Indian Parliament's special session began on April 16, focusing on the introduction of significant constitutional amendments, including the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Delimitation Bill, 2026. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal and Home Minister Amit Shah are set to present these proposals, which aim to expand the Lok Sabha from 543 to 850 seats. This expansion is expected to allocate 815 seats to states and 35 to Union Territories. The proposed changes have ignited fierce political contention, particularly regarding the delimitation process, which critics argue could favor northern states at the expense of southern and northeastern regions. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has labeled the initiative a “dangerous plan,” alleging that it could facilitate gerrymandering to benefit the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the 2029 elections. In response, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged statewide protests, emphasizing a collective struggle against the delimitation proposal. The government defends the necessity of these changes, citing the need for representation that reflects India's growing population.