Delimitation will be decided by a Delimitation Commission (DC) before 2029. The possible solutionsThe 84th Constitutional Amendment (2001) on delimitation has implications for representation, and the south needs to make its case urgently. But the ruling party will oppose this as it would interfere with its goal of dominating the Lok Sabha. But the ruling party will oppose this as well, since its eyes are on the Lok Sabha. The southern States have no choice but to join hands around the Degressive Proportionality principle, and build consensus before the Centre constitutes the DC.

Source: The Hindu January 12, 2026 06:26 UTC