Stalin Warns Of Delimitation At Chennai Meet: 'Loss Of Representation Weakens States, Threatens Social Justice'

Chennai delimitation meet: Stalin stated that they support efforts to strengthen democratic representation but emphasized that actions must be fair and not compromise political equality.

CM Stalin emphasised that a reduction in parliamentary seats for these states would make it harder to secure central funds.

Source : PTI

Chennai delimitation meet: At the Joint Action Committee (JAC) meeting on delimitation in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin voiced strong opposition to any move to redraw parliamentary constituencies based on the latest population figures. He warned that such a measure could significantly diminish the political influence of certain states, leading to a decline in their representation in Parliament and creating multiple socio-economic challenges.

CM Stalin emphasised that a reduction in parliamentary seats for these states would make it harder to secure central funds, result in unfavourable policies, and adversely impact various sectors, including education and cultural development.

CM Stalin’s Stand On Fair Delimitation

Speaking at the meeting, Stalin stated, as per ANI "Delimitation of constituencies should not be carried out based on the current population figures. We must stand firm in opposing this. A decrease in the number of our representatives in Parliament will weaken our ability to voice concerns effectively."

He further warned of the consequences: "If representation decreases, it will lead to a fight to get funds for states. Laws will be made even without our willingness. Decisions will be taken which will affect our people. Students will lose important opportunities. Farmers will face setbacks without support. Our culture and growth will face danger. Social justice will be affected. If delimitation of constituencies happens or representation is decreased, we will be citizens who will be losing political power in our own country."

Chennai: At the meeting on delimitation, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin says, "Delimitation of constituencies should not happen as per current population. We all should be firm in opposing it...With the decrease in the people's representatives in Parliament, our strength to express our… pic.twitter.com/a7K9kHpzQ9

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Clarifying his stance, Stalin added, "We don't oppose anything which strengthens democratic representation, but that action must be fair and should not affect fair political representation. This protest is not against delimitation but to urge for fair Delimitation." 

The meeting brought together several opposition leaders and regional representatives who echoed similar concerns about the potential impact of the 2026 delimitation process.