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Andhra BJP Chief: Assembly, Lok Sabha Seats to Rise 50% in Delimitation

Andhra Pradesh BJP President PVN Madhav has stated that the upcoming delimitation exercise is expected to increase the number of Assembly and Lok Sabha seats by 50 percent. He assured that the process will be fair and pro-rata, meaning no state's existing share of parliamentary representation will be reduced. Madhav dismissed concerns from southern states and the opposition as misinformation, citing Union Home Minister Amit Shah's earlier clarifications. The related Delimitation Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha following a division of votes, where it received majority support.

Key Points: Andhra BJP Chief on Delimitation: 50% Seat Increase Expected

  • Delimitation to follow pro-rata basis
  • No state's parliamentary share to decrease
  • Process called administrative, not political
  • Opposition concerns dismissed as misinformation
  • Bills introduced amid parliamentary division
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"Assembly and Lok Sabha seats are expected to increase by 50%": Andhra Pradesh BJP President PVN Madhav on delimitation process

Andhra BJP President PVN Madhav says delimitation will boost Assembly & Lok Sabha seats by 50%, assures no state will lose parliamentary share.

"The number of Assembly and Lok Sabha seats is expected to increase by 50 per cent - PVN Madhav"

Amaravati, April 16

Andhra Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party President PVN Madhav on Wednesday said that the delimitation process will follow a structured and fair mechanism, asserting that no state's representation in Parliament will be reduced and describing opposition concerns as "misinformation."

He said, "The number of Assembly and Lok Sabha seats is expected to increase by 50 per cent as part of the delimitation exercise," adding that the move will ensure expanded representation without affecting existing allocations.

Speaking to ANI, Madhav said, "There is a set process for delimiting all Lok Sabha and Assembly constituencies across the country."

Rejecting concerns raised by opposition parties and southern states, he said, "The concerns raised by Southern states and the Congress party regarding potential neglect of the South are based on misinformation."

Citing Union Home Minister Amit Shah's clarification, he said, "Amit Shah, during his Tamil Nadu tour, clarified that delimitation will be on a pro-rata basis, meaning no state's share in Parliament will decrease."

He further added, "For example, if Andhra Pradesh currently has a 7% share in Parliament, that percentage will be maintained."

Calling the process administrative rather than political, Madhav said, "The process is administrative rather than political or demographic, with a planned increase in representation."

He also stated, "The opposition's claims are seen as an attempt to divert attention from progress, such as the historic 33% reservation for women in Parliament."

The Delimitation Bill, 2026, along with the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, were introduced in the Lok Sabha on Thursday after the Opposition pressed for a division against the move to introduce three Bills, instead of a voice vote.

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla initiated the division to move to introduce the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026.

The Opposition members in the Lok Sabha had pressed for a division against the move to introduce the bill. As per the final division, there were a total of 251 AYES and 185 NOES out of the total 333 votes.

With the 251 AYES majority, all three Bills, including the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026 and the Delimitation Bill, 2026, were introduced in the Lok Sabha.

Meanwhile, the government has convened a special sitting of Parliament from today to April 18 to pass the amendment to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam.

The government has been seeking opposition support for passing the amendment bill to implement the women's reservation bill from the 2029 Lok Sabha polls on the basis of the 2011 census.

- ANI

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Priya S
I appreciate the clarification that no state's share will decrease. The opposition sometimes creates unnecessary fear. However, the proof will be in the final numbers. We need to see the actual delimitation data. 🤔
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Rohit P
A 50% increase in seats is massive! This could really change the political landscape. But my question is, will this lead to more stable governments or more fragmented coalitions? Interesting times ahead.
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Ananya R
While the intent seems good, calling it a purely "administrative" process feels naive. In India, everything political is, well, political! The timing and the push alongside the women's reservation bill is very strategic. Let's be real.
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David E
As someone following Indian politics, the key is the census data used. Using 2011 data for women's reservation but a future census for delimitation? That seems like a contradiction that needs addressing. The process must be consistent.
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Karthik V
Good step for Andhra! We need more MPs to fight for our state's special category status and development funds. Hope this leads to more focused attention on regional issues. Jai Andhra! 🙏

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