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India Rejects Pakistan's Remarks on Delimitation as "Intrusion" in Internal Matters

India's Ministry of External Affairs has firmly dismissed Pakistan's statement regarding the delimitation process in India, particularly concerning Jammu and Kashmir. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India rejects any attempts to intrude into its internal matters. The statement comes as the Lok Sabha is engaged in discussions on three crucial bills, including those related to women's reservation and the establishment of a delimitation commission. The legislative process saw the introduction of key bills, with voting on the matters scheduled.

Key Points: India Dismisses Pakistan's Delimitation Remarks | MEA Statement

  • India rejects Pakistan's remarks on delimitation
  • MEA calls it an intrusion into internal affairs
  • Lok Sabha debates key Bills on women's reservation and delimitation
  • Voting on Bills scheduled for Friday
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Delimitation exercise: India rejects Pak attempts to intrude into internal matters

India firmly rejects Pakistan's statement on the delimitation process in Jammu and Kashmir, calling it an intrusion into internal matters. Latest updates.

"Internal matters of India are internal matters of India and we reject any attempts to make intrusion in those - Randhir Jaiswal, MEA Spokesperson"

New Delhi, April 17

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday firmly dismissed Pakistan's statement about the delimitation process in India.

Islamabad had reacted to reports that India's Delimitation Bill 2026 outlines a legal framework for conducting constituency delimitation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

While addressing a weekly media briefing in New Delhi on Friday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India rejects any attempts to make intrusion in its internal matters.

When asked on Pakistan's remarks about delimitation exercise in India, especially Jammu and Kashmir, Jaiswal responded, "Internal matters of India are internal matters of India and we reject any attempts to make intrusion in those and make any such remarks."

MEA's statement comes as Lok Sabha is continuing discussion on three bills, aimed at amending the women's reservation law and establishing a delimitation commission.

On Thursday, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju informed the Lok Sabha that an extended discussion would be held on the three crucial Bills related to women's reservation and delimitation, with voting scheduled for later on Friday.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla subsequently clarified that the debate could go on for a longer duration if required, indicating flexibility in the schedule to accommodate detailed deliberations by members.

The introduction of the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, aimed at enabling women's reservation and facilitating delimitation, was approved in the Lok Sabha on Thursday following a division of votes in the House.

Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal rose in the House to table the Bill, marking a key step in the legislative process. The introduction follows an earlier round of voting in which Members of Parliament supported bringing the Bill forward for discussion.

The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Delimitation Bill 2026 and Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, were introduced.

Earlier, the Lok Sabha had voted in favour of introducing the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, after the Opposition demanded a division. Following the use of vote slips, the distribution stood at 251 in support and 185 against, announced Speaker Om Birla, adding that it is subject to change.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While I fully support India's sovereignty, I hope the delimitation process is fair and transparent. It's crucial for our democracy that constituency boundaries are drawn without bias, ensuring proper representation for all.
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Priyanka N
Good! Pakistan should focus on its own crumbling economy and political instability instead of pointing fingers at India. Our delimitation and women's reservation bills are for our people's progress.
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Rahul R
The women's reservation part is a welcome step, long overdue. But linking it with delimitation is concerning. Hope it doesn't get delayed further like last time. Let's get it passed ASAP!
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Aman W
Jaiswal sahab ne sahi kaha. Yeh hamara antarik mamla hai. PoK par hamara adhikaar hai, yeh baar-baar kehna padta hai kya? Focus should be on the bills and development in J&K.
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Kiran H
Respectfully, while the stance against Pakistan is necessary, I wish our government showed similar firmness in addressing domestic issues like inflation and unemployment. External posturing shouldn't overshadow internal challenges.
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Michael C
The legislative process seems detailed and thorough with extended debates allowed. That's a positive sign for a healthy democracy. Hope the bills are discussed on merit.

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