Punjab Congress Leader Calls for Consensus on Delimitation Concerns
Warring seeks all-party consensus on delimitation
Hindustan Times
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Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, president of the Punjab Congress, urged for an all-party consensus on the proposed delimitation of parliamentary constituencies. He warned that Punjab could be disadvantaged compared to populous states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, especially with the potential increase of parliamentary seats by 50%.
- 01Amarinder Singh Raja Warring emphasizes the need for all-party consensus in Punjab regarding delimitation.
- 02The Centre plans to discuss delimitation during a special Parliament session on April 16-18.
- 03Warring warns that Punjab will be at a disadvantage compared to larger states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
- 04Proposals suggest an increase of parliamentary seats by 50%, impacting representation.
- 05Warring highlights potential consequences for Punjab's political strength in Parliament.
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Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, the president of the Punjab Congress, has called for an all-party consensus regarding the proposed delimitation of parliamentary constituencies in India. He expressed concerns about the upcoming special session of Parliament scheduled for April 16-18, where the government may address the delimitation alongside the amendment of the Reservation of Women Bill. Warring stated that Punjab, along with other smaller states, could face significant disadvantages as the Centre reportedly plans to increase the number of parliamentary and assembly seats by 50%. He pointed out that while populous states like Uttar Pradesh could see their representation increase substantially, Punjab's number of Members of Parliament (MPs) may drop to 20, compared to 120 for Uttar Pradesh. This shift could have serious implications for Punjab's political influence and representation at the national level.
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The proposed delimitation could reduce Punjab's representation in Parliament, affecting its influence over national policies and decisions.
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