Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay expressed worries about the Centre’s plan to amend the Constitution, fearing it could harm southern states like Tamil Nadu. The proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill aims to increase Lok Sabha’s strength from 543 to 850 members and is set for discussion in the upcoming Parliament session.
Vijay welcomed the move for 33% reservation for women in Parliament but cautioned against prioritizing the delimitation-linked amendment over the women’s quota Bill. He warned that passing the amendment without safeguards could widen the representation gap between northern and southern states, reducing parliamentary representation for states like Tamil Nadu.
According to Vijay, this shift could impact policymaking, legislative priorities, and federal power balance. He highlighted concerns that issues related to language, culture, and state rights might receive less attention in Parliament if southern voices are weakened. Vijay also raised concerns about the potential impact on central fund allocation due to changes in parliamentary seat distribution.
Emphasizing the need for a balanced framework, Vijay urged the Centre to reconsider the proposed amendment and maintain the current system. He stressed that states following national policies should not be penalized while calling for equitable treatment across states.
