With the Indian Parliament set to convene a special session from Thursday, (April 16th), the ruling DMK in poll-bound Tamil Nadu has warned the Centre-ruling BJP of massive protests in Tamil Nadu if the state's rights are to be harmed in the proposed Delimitation process. The delimitation process involves redrawing Lok Sabha constituencies to align with changes in population, a move that is viewed with suspicion in non-BJP states.&nbsp;&nbsp;Opposition parties have been expressing concerns that Delimitation could disproportionately increase the Parliamentary representation and influence of highly populated BJP-ruled states in North India, while reducing the influence of Southern states. In a video message, DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that the BJP-led Union Government intends to bulldoze through a Constitutional amendment on Delimitation in the Parliament this week. Despite the busy election campaign that is underway, all our DMK Parliamentarians will be taking part in the upcoming session, Stalin added. He blamed the BJP for forcibly convening a session of Parliament amid elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.

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Highlighting what he called a "grave danger," Stalin said that the DMK had been cautioning against Delimitation and creating awareness about it. By convening a Joint Action Committee, we brought together Chief Ministers and leaders from across India who stand to be affected by Delimitation.&nbsp; "We do not know how the Delimitation exercise is going to be carried out. There has been no explanation about the Constitutional amendment. When such secrecy is there, there is growing suspicion of a looming danger. People of Southern states are gripped with deep concern," Stalin mentioned. Stalin asked if the Union Government was using Delimitation to punish the Southern states for having effectively controlled population growth, having had smaller families, and following family planning. Are we now being punished for obeying everything in a disciplined manner? He questioned. Stalin blamed the BJP and Prime Minister Modi for not offering any assurance in Parliament that the rights of Southern states would not be affected by Delimitation. He also stated that the Parliamentarians who had sought to meet the PM to discuss this matter were not granted time. There has been no response to the Congress Party's concerns as well, Stalin said. PM Modi and BJP are ignoring everything we have said; they are not listening to any state, they are proceeding on their own, Stalin said. "This hurried attempt to push through Delimitation is a blatant assault on democracy by the BJP. It is a direct assault on the rights of the states," Stalin said. Stalin warned that if Tamil Nadu were to be affected by Delimitation or if the political power of Northern states were to be disproportionately boosted, then Tamil Nadu would not remain silent. "Tamil Nadu will rise, will register our protest with full force. Families will take to the streets. We will organise a massive agitation under my leadership as Chief Minister. Don't assume that the Delimitation can be silently carried out in Delhi, amid the poll season. I am not just the Chief Minister, I am the leader of the DMK. You will witness a Tamil Nadu that you have not seen before. India will witness the spirit of Tamil Nadu of the 1950s-60s. Don't mistake this for a threat. This is a warning from Tamil Nadu," Stalin said. "Elections and holding on to power are secondary to us... Self-respect, principles, state rights matter... If you assume that you can wrong Tamil Nadu and move on as usual, you are mistaken. On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, I am issuing a warning that if Tamil Nadu is affected, we will make the entire country take notice," Stalin concluded his video message.&nbsp; &nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-backs-right-to-vote-in-the-country-where-you-are-born-says-it-s-a-sentimental-right-1776144956819">Supreme Court backs 'right to vote in the country where you are born,' says it's a 'sentimental' right</a>

DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that the BJP-led Union Government intends to bulldoze through a Constitutional amendment on Delimitation in the Parliament this week.

With the Indian Parliament set to convene a special session from Thursday, (April 16th), the ruling DMK in poll-bound Tamil Nadu has warned the Centre-ruling BJP of massive protests in Tamil Nadu if the state's rights are to be harmed in the proposed Delimitation process. The delimitation process involves redrawing Lok Sabha constituencies to align with changes in population, a move that is viewed with suspicion in non-BJP states. Opposition parties have been expressing concerns that Delimitation could disproportionately increase the Parliamentary representation and influence of highly populated BJP-ruled states in North India, while reducing the influence of Southern states. In a video message, DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that the BJP-led Union Government intends to bulldoze through a Constitutional amendment on Delimitation in the Parliament this week. Despite the busy election campaign that is underway, all our DMK Parliamentarians will be taking part in the upcoming session, Stalin added. He blamed the BJP for forcibly convening a session of Parliament amid elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.

DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that the BJP-led Union Government intends to bulldoze through a Constitutional amendment on Delimitation in the Parliament this week.

Will lead protests across Tamil Nadu if Delimitation curbs state rights: DMK warns BJP

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK Chief MK Stalin continues his attacks against the Centre-ruling Narendra Modi Government, by raising questions over the proposed delimitation process, which involves redrawing Lok Sabha constituencies to align with population changes.&nbsp;&nbsp;"The NDA government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is systematically eroding the very foundations of Parliament. What should be a vibrant forum for debate and accountability is being reduced to a hollow ritual, a stage where members may not even get fair time to speak or represent their people," Stalin said in a social media post questioning the impending delimitation exercise. Stalin's remarks come a week ahead of the ruling BJP's proposed 3-day Parliament session between April 16th and 18th. Stalin questioned why there is a tearing hurry to convene a special session of Parliament right in the middle of five state elections.&nbsp;This proposal to increase seats is a direct contradiction of their own slogan of 'minimum government, maximum governance'. It will only inflate expenditure, burden taxpayers, and dilute the quality of parliamentary functioning, Stalin mentioned. He also raised objections that this proposed move goes against the spirit of Article 1 of the Constitution, which defines India as a Union of States. Ignoring the voices of states and bypassing meaningful consultation is not democratic - it is unitary overreach that undermines India’s federal and plural character, Stalin said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Emphasising what was recently mentioned by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Stalin said, the delimitation exercise will blatantly skew representation and tilt the balance of power in favour of northern states dominated by the Bharatiya Janata Party, while silencing the voice of South India. This is not a neutral exercise; it is a calculated political restructuring. Northern states stand to gain nearly double the seats, while the South’s share stagnates at around 24%. This is nothing short of penalising states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Keralam and Telangana for their success in population control, the Karnataka CM had said recently.&nbsp;&nbsp;Chief Ministers from Opposition-ruled Southern Indian states such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Telangana have been voicing out against the delimitation exercise, highlighting how it could affect the political representation of their states.&nbsp;&nbsp;Raising questions on the timing of the delimitation exercise, Stalin asked why such a far-reaching decision is being pushed in the middle of state elections. This appears to be yet another political manoeuvre aimed at shaping electoral narratives, much like earlier attempts to influence women voters ahead of the 2024 Parliament elections, Stalin alleged.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Let me be unequivocal: we strongly support 33% reservation for women. Our support is absolute. But it must be implemented without increasing seats and without punishing states that acted responsibly. If the intent is genuine, nothing prevents immediate implementation within the existing framework," read Stalin's social media post.&nbsp;Further, the DMK Chief also mentioned that there is complete opacity on the basis for delimitation, questioning whether it will rely on 1971 figures from a pre–population control era or the 2021 Census? Conflicting signals and vague assurances only deepen suspicion, Stalin added.&nbsp;&nbsp;"This move will also impose a massive financial burden on states, forcing them to expand or rebuild Legislative Assemblies, all without proper consultation. This is a direct assault on cooperative federalism. This is not reform, it is a unilateral, politically driven exercise designed to concentrate power, weaken Parliament, marginalise the South, and undermine social justice," he concluded.&nbsp; Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-fm-raises-sheikh-hasina-s-extradition-request-in-meet-with-eam-jaishankar-india-bats-for-constructive-engagement-1775719423001">Bangladesh FM raises Sheikh Hasina's extradition request in meet with EAM Jaishankar, India bats for 'constructive' engagement</a>

This proposal to increase seats is a direct contradiction of their own slogan of 'minimum government, maximum governance'. It will only inflate expenditure, burden taxpayers, and dilute the quality of parliamentary functioning, Stalin mentioned. 

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK Chief MK Stalin continues his attacks against the Centre-ruling Narendra Modi Government, by raising questions over the proposed delimitation process, which involves redrawing Lok Sabha constituencies to align with population changes. "The NDA government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is systematically eroding the very foundations of Parliament. What should be a vibrant forum for debate and accountability is being reduced to a hollow ritual, a stage where members may not even get fair time to speak or represent their people," Stalin said in a social media post questioning the impending delimitation exercise. Stalin's remarks come a week ahead of the ruling BJP's proposed 3-day Parliament session between April 16th and 18th. Stalin questioned why there is a tearing hurry to convene a special session of Parliament right in the middle of five state elections. This proposal to increase seats is a direct contradiction of their own slogan of 'minimum government, maximum governance'. It will only inflate expenditure, burden taxpayers, and dilute the quality of parliamentary functioning, Stalin mentioned. He also raised objections that this proposed move goes against the spirit of Article 1 of the Constitution, which defines India as a Union of States. Ignoring the voices of states and bypassing meaningful consultation is not democratic - it is unitary overreach that undermines India’s federal and plural character, Stalin said. Emphasising what was recently mentioned by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Stalin said, the delimitation exercise will blatantly skew representation and tilt the balance of power in favour of northern states dominated by the Bharatiya Janata Party, while silencing the voice of South India. This is not a neutral exercise; it is a calculated political restructuring. Northern states stand to gain nearly double the seats, while the South’s share stagnates at around 24%. This is nothing short of penalising states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Keralam and Telangana for their success in population control, the Karnataka CM had said recently. Chief Ministers from Opposition-ruled Southern Indian states such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Telangana have been voicing out against the delimitation exercise, highlighting how it could affect the political representation of their states. Raising questions on the timing of the delimitation exercise, Stalin asked why such a far-reaching decision is being pushed in the middle of state elections. This appears to be yet another political manoeuvre aimed at shaping electoral narratives, much like earlier attempts to influence women voters ahead of the 2024 Parliament elections, Stalin alleged. "Let me be unequivocal: we strongly support 33% reservation for women. Our support is absolute. But it must be implemented without increasing seats and without punishing states that acted responsibly. If the intent is genuine, nothing prevents immediate implementation within the existing framework," read Stalin's social media post. Further, the DMK Chief also mentioned that there is complete opacity on the basis for delimitation, questioning whether it will rely on 1971 figures from a pre–population control era or the 2021 Census? Conflicting signals and vague assurances only deepen suspicion, Stalin added. "This move will also impose a massive financial burden on states, forcing them to expand or rebuild Legislative Assemblies, all without proper consultation. This is a direct assault on cooperative federalism. This is not reform, it is a unilateral, politically driven exercise designed to concentrate power, weaken Parliament, marginalise the South, and undermine social justice," he concluded. Also read: Bangladesh FM raises Sheikh Hasina's extradition request in meet with EAM Jaishankar, India bats for 'constructive' engagement

This proposal to increase seats is a direct contradiction of their own slogan of 'minimum government, maximum governance'. It will only inflate expenditure, burden taxpayers, and dilute the quality of parliamentary functioning, Stalin mentioned.&nbsp;

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