Date: March 24, 2025
Fair-Delimitation Movement Gains Momentum: JAC Formed
Southern States Oppose Delimitation Process
A major anti-delimitation conference took place in Chennai, where key political parties from South India came together to oppose the upcoming constituency boundary changes.
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin chaired the high-profile meeting.
- Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, and several opposition leaders attended the event.
- The leaders expressed concerns that delimitation based on population would disproportionately impact the South, which has successfully implemented population control measures.
Joint Action Committee (JAC) Formed to Oppose Delimitation
A major outcome of the meeting was the formation of a Joint Action Committee (JAC) to fight against the unfair implementation
- Leaders collectively passed a resolution demanding a six-month delay in the delimitation process.
- The argument is that a population-based seat allocation would penalize states that have successfully controlled birth rates while rewarding states with higher population growth.
- The committee will work towards ensuring that representation in Parliament remains balanced and fair.
Given Stalin’s pivotal role in bringing the leaders together, there is speculation that he may take the lead in heading the JAC.
Seven Key Resolutions Passed
During the conference, seven resolutions were passed, all aimed at ensuring a fair approach to delimitation. The key takeaways include:
- Opposing population-based delimitation that could reduce South India’s parliamentary representation.
- Demanding a delay in the delimitation process to allow for broader discussions.
- Resisting any increase in Lok Sabha seats that might benefit only certain regions.
- Ensuring equal representation for all states regardless of population size.
- Highlighting the South’s contribution to national development and demanding fair recognition.
- Strengthening political alliances to resist unfair policies.
- Organizing follow-up meetings to take the movement forward.
Next Meeting Likely in Hyderabad
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy extended an invitation to host the next JAC meeting in Hyderabad, signaling strong regional cooperation against unfair delimitation.
With South Indian leaders uniting over this issue, the movement is expected to gain national attention in the coming months.