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Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Vows to Oppose Delimitation Plan
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has strongly criticized the central government’s proposed delimitation process, vowing to resist any move that could diminish the political representation of southern states. He alleged that the Centre’s plan is an attempt to redistribute parliamentary seats in a manner that would benefit the northern states while reducing the influence of southern regions like Telangana.
Revanth Reddy Challenges Centre’s Delimitation Plan
Addressing a public gathering, Revanth Reddy made it clear that Telangana would not accept any move that could impact the state’s representation in the Lok Sabha. He stated, “We will not allow the conspiracies of the Centre to succeed. The delimitation process is aimed at weakening the southern states and benefiting the northern states.”
The Chief Minister’s remarks highlight growing concerns among southern leaders regarding the possibility of seat reallocation based on population shifts. Many southern states, which have controlled their population growth through effective policies, fear that a delimitation exercise favoring population size may reduce their parliamentary strength, thus shifting political power to the northern states.
Political Implications and Southern Discontent
The issue of delimitation has been a contentious topic, with many regional parties in the south arguing that the process could lead to an imbalance in national representation. Revanth Reddy’s stance aligns with the concerns of several other leaders from southern states who believe that their contribution to India’s economic growth and development should be given due consideration when deciding parliamentary seat allocations.
He further stated, “If necessary, we will bring together all southern states to fight against this injustice. We will not let Telangana be sidelined.” His comments suggest a possible coalition of regional parties opposing the Centre’s move, which could impact the political landscape in the coming years.
Centre’s Perspective and Future Outlook
While the central government has yet to finalize any delimitation plan, the debate around the issue is intensifying. The move, if implemented, would mark a significant political shift and could influence electoral strategies for the 2029 general elections.
With opposition from leaders like Revanth Reddy gaining momentum, the Centre may face strong resistance from southern states in executing any delimitation exercise perceived as unfair. The coming months are likely to see heightened political discourse as regional parties gear up to challenge the proposed changes.
