Transparency, Freeze On Seats For 25 Years: MK Stalin-Led Panel Passes 7-Point Resolution On Delimitation

Last Updated:March 22, 2025, 17:43 IST

The primary focus of the meeting was to discuss concerns about the potential impact of the proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha seats on states with high economic growth and literacy rates

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin addresses the first Joint Action Committee (JAC) meeting of states over the proposed delimitation of Parliamentary seats by the Centre, in Chennai. (PTI photo)

The first meeting of the Joint Action Committee (JAC) on delimitation took place on Saturday in Chennai, chaired by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin. The meeting saw the participation of 14 leaders from five different states, including the Chief Ministers of Kerala, Punjab, and Telangana.

The focus of the meeting was to discuss concerns about the potential impact of the proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha seats on states with high economic growth and literacy rates.

During the meeting, Stalin voiced strong opposition to the lack of clarity surrounding the delimitation exercise. He described the fight for fair delimitation as a “national movement" that would continue until the process is conducted transparently and equitably.

The meeting also adopted a seven-point resolution, highlighting the concerns and demands of the participating states. It called for an inclusive and transparent delimitation process, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders have the opportunity to deliberate and contribute, as per NDTV report.

The seven-point resolution, which was released by the JAC, contained the following key demands:

Any delimitation exercise carried out by the Union Government should be transparent, with all state governments, political parties, and relevant stakeholders given a chance to contribute and discuss the process.The JAC called for the freeze on Parliamentary constituencies, based on the 1971 Census, to be extended by another 25 years, arguing that national population stabilisation goals have not yet been fully achieved.States that have successfully implemented population control measures and seen a decrease in their population share should not be penalised in the delimitation exercise. The Union Government was urged to amend the Constitution to reflect this principle.A Core Committee consisting of Members of Parliament from the represented states will coordinate strategies to counter any moves by the Union Government that go against the principles outlined in the resolution.The Core Committee will submit a joint representation to the Prime Minister of India during the current Parliamentary session, requesting attention to the points raised in the resolution.State-Level Legislative Assembly Resolutions: Political parties from the participating states will work towards passing appropriate resolutions in their respective Legislative Assemblies to express their concerns on the delimitation issue and communicate these to the Union Government.The JAC will undertake a coordinated strategy to raise awareness among citizens of the participating states about the history of past delimitation exercises, the potential consequences of the proposed changes, and the importance of a fair and transparent process.Location : First Published:

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