Vijay Introduces Resolution Against Lok Sabha Delimitation, Demands 33% Women’s Reservation
Vijay, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, introduced a resolution in the Assembly on Wednesday against the Union Government's proposed Lok Sabha delimitation exercise. The resolution urges fixing Lok Sabha strength permanently at 543 seats and demands 33% women’s reservation for the 2029 elections based on current constituencies to protect southern states' representation and ensure women's rights.
12 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly passed a resolution urging the Union government to freeze Lok Sabha seats at 543 and implement 33% women's reservation by 2029.
13 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister requested Constitutional amendments to permanently establish a Lok Sabha strength of 543 seats and implement a 33% reservation for women.
16 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
Congress Rajya Sabha member Praveen Chakravarty criticized a proposal to increase Lok Sabha seats based on population, arguing for maintaining the current structure until Rahul Gandhi becomes Prime Minister.
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