Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu), March 3, 2025 – Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday emphasized that the issue of delimitation, which concerns the redrawing of electoral boundaries, should be viewed through the lens of safeguarding Tamil Nadu’s rights and interests, rather than being politicized.
Speaking at a public function in Nagapattinam, Stalin, who also heads the ruling DMK party, criticized the union government for what he described as an attempt to reduce Tamil Nadu’s representation. He also linked this move with the proposed implementation of the controversial three-language policy. Stalin warned that both policies would undermine Tamil Nadu’s autonomy and its position within the Indian Union.
"Delimitation is not merely an administrative issue. It directly concerns the rights of the people of Tamil Nadu, and it must not be evaluated politically," Stalin said, urging all political parties to keep the state's interests at the forefront.
To address concerns regarding the proposed delimitation exercise, the Tamil Nadu government has called for an all-party meeting scheduled for March 5. So far, 40 parties have been invited, and most have confirmed their participation. However, certain parties, including the BJP and the Moopanar-led TMC (Tamil Maanila Congress), have indicated they will not attend the meeting.
Stalin made a direct appeal to these parties, urging them to reconsider their stance. "I would like to appeal to them, please think about this carefully. This issue is not between the DMK and your party. It is about Tamil Nadu and its rights," the Chief Minister said.
The DMK leader's appeal underscores the significance of the delimitation process for the state, which he asserts must not be subjected to partisan politics but rather approached with a collective commitment to the welfare of Tamil Nadu and its people.
As the political tension surrounding the issue grows, all eyes will be on the upcoming all-party meeting to see if the dialogue will lead to a resolution that protects the state's interests.
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