JAC Commends CM Stalin for Fair Delimitation Initiative
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Synopsis
The Joint Action Council (JAC) praised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for initiating a fair delimitation process. They expressed concerns over transparency in the upcoming exercise by the Union Government and emphasized the need for inclusive dialogue with all stakeholders.
Key Takeaways
- Joint Action Council supports fair delimitation.
- CM M.K. Stalin leads transparency efforts.
- Stakeholder engagement emphasized.
- Protection for states with population control success.
- Core Committee to oppose undemocratic delimitation.
Chennai, March 22 (NationPress) The Joint Action Council (JAC) convened here on Saturday, passing a resolution that applauds Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for spearheading a fair and transparent delimitation process aimed at protecting the political and economic interests of states that have performed well.
The resolution expressed significant concern regarding the lack of transparency and consultation in the upcoming delimitation exercise proposed by the Union Government. It emphasized that any such undertaking must involve extensive dialogue with all relevant stakeholders, including state governments, political parties, and civil society.
The JAC asserted that in order to genuinely enhance the democratic framework, delimitation must be conducted in an open and inclusive manner. The resolution called on the Union Government to engage all stakeholders in meaningful discussions before proceeding.
Furthermore, it underscored the necessity of safeguarding the interests of states that have effectively implemented population control initiatives. The JAC noted that these states should not face reduced representation in Parliament due to their success in managing population growth. To support this goal, the resolution urged the Union Government to pursue suitable constitutional amendments.
The JAC’s Core Committee, consisting of Members of Parliament from the respective states, will lead parliamentary strategies to oppose any delimitation efforts that do not adhere to these democratic norms. The resolution also indicated that this Core Committee would present a joint representation to the Prime Minister of India during the current Parliament session.
In addition to political coordination, the JAC intends to engage in extensive public outreach. It plans to educate citizens about the historical context and implications of previous delimitation exercises, as well as the potential repercussions of the proposed changes. This will be accomplished through a coordinated strategy aimed at mobilizing public opinion across states.
It is noteworthy that Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin organized a meeting with leaders from various political parties and states to explore the implications of parliamentary constituency delimitation. This meeting saw participation from the Chief Ministers of Kerala, Telangana, and Punjab, along with the Deputy Chief Ministers of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Before this meeting, CM Stalin had reached out to several Chief Ministers, former Chief Ministers, and senior political leaders, inviting them to nominate representatives for the Joint Action Council (JAC). In response to his call, Saturday’s meeting brought together a diverse array of political representatives from across the nation.
CM Stalin commenced the meeting with a welcoming address, followed by a presentation from Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, which outlined the potential impacts of the delimitation process. Member of Parliament Kanimozhi then formally proposed the resolutions, which were subsequently adopted during the meeting. Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also participated via video conference, sharing his insights.
Numerous national leaders contributed to the session, including Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao, and BJD leaders Das Burma and Amar Patnaik. From Kerala, the session included participation from Indian National Congress state president K. Sudhakaran, Kerala Congress (Mani) leader Jose K. Mani, and CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam.
Notable attendees also included Balwinder Singh (Shiromani Akali Dal, Punjab), Salahuddin (IUML, Kerala), N.K. Premachandran (RSP, Kerala), Imtiyaz Jalil (AIMIM, Telangana), Mahesh Goud (INC, Telangana), and Francis George (Kerala Congress). The speakers unanimously reiterated that any delimitation should not disadvantage states that have successfully implemented social and economic development programs. They urged the Centre to adopt a consultative and consensus-driven approach to this crucial democratic process.
