Chidambaram Critiques Delimitation Bill, Warns of Reduced Southern Representation
Chidambaram Calls Delimitation Bill ‘Mischievous, Diabolical’, Flags Impact On Southern States
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Congress leader P Chidambaram has condemned the proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, claiming it will diminish the representation of southern states in the Lok Sabha. He argues that while the total number of seats may increase, the actual representation for states like Tamil Nadu will decline after the delimitation process.
- 01P Chidambaram labels the proposed Bill as 'mischievous and diabolical'.
- 02The Lok Sabha's strength is proposed to increase from 543 to 850 seats.
- 03Delimitation may lead to reduced representation for southern states.
- 04Chidambaram claims southern states' representation will drop from 24.3% to 20.7%.
- 05Parliament discussions on the Bill are set for April 16.
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P Chidambaram (Congress leader) has criticized the proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, describing it as 'mischievous and diabolical'. He argues that the Bill, which aims to increase the Lok Sabha's strength from 543 to 850 seats, will disproportionately affect southern states, particularly Tamil Nadu. Chidambaram asserts that while Tamil Nadu's representation might appear to increase from 39 to 58, the actual number will likely fall to 46 after the delimitation process. He warns that the representation of southern states in Parliament will decrease from 24.3% to 20.7%, fundamentally altering the federal balance. The Bill is linked to the implementation of a 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha starting from the 2029 elections, under the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023. The discussions on this amendment are scheduled for a three-day special sitting of Parliament beginning on April 16.
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If the Bill passes, southern states may face diminished representation in Parliament, affecting their influence in national decision-making.
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