With the DMK’s “Centre imposing Hindi through the three-language policy” narrative crumbling—exposed by mounting evidence of its own leaders running CBSE schools that teach Hindi and enrolling their children in three-language policy institutions—the party is now scrambling for a new distraction. In a desperate bid, it is peddling false claims about Tamil Nadu losing constituencies post-delimitation, hoping to shift focus from its hypocrisy.
Tamil Nadu BJP President, K. Annamalai, has sharply criticized Chief Minister MK Stalin after the DMK’s anti-Hindi campaign failed to attract much attention. Following the lack of response, the party shifted its focus to a new narrative, claiming that the central government could reduce Tamil Nadu’s parliamentary seats through the delimitation process.
Annamalai, using his official social media account, mocked Stalin, saying, “When TN CM Thiru MK Stalin knows the whole of TN has rejected their argument except a few paint-dabba carrying DMK cadres on the third language for our children studying in TN Govt schools similar to the schools run by TN CM’s family, he now wants to shift the narrative to his imaginary fear of TN losing in the Delimitation of seats. What a shame & downfall for DMK! When our Hon PM Thiru @narendramodi avl had clearly said delimitation – if and when it happens – will be favourable to all, including the southern states, why this fear-mongering Thiru @mkstalin ? Imaginary fears & stupid arguments have, of late, become TN CM’s arsenal!”
When TN CM Thiru MK Stalin knows the whole of TN has rejected their argument except a few paint-dabba carrying DMK cadres on the third language for our children studying in TN Govt schools similar to the schools run by TN CM’s family, he now wants to shift the narrative to his…
— K.Annamalai (@annamalai_k) February 25, 2025
This criticism follows Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s recent call for an all-party meeting scheduled for 5 March 2025 to address the contentious issue of delimitation. Stalin warned that the state is at a crucial point where it must take action to safeguard its rights.
In his announcement, Stalin revealed that invitations had been sent to 40 political parties registered with the Election Commission to discuss the potential impact of constituency delimitation. He referred to the issue as a “sword hanging over Tamil Nadu.”
Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, Stalin emphasized that Tamil Nadu’s successful family planning policies had placed the state at a disadvantage in this context. He explained, “If delimitation is carried out based on the population census, Tamil Nadu stands to lose eight parliamentary seats, which would diminish its representation in Parliament.”
In a series of posts on his official X account, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed his concerns, stating, “As the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, I would like to bring to everyone’s attention that the process of delimiting the Lok Sabha constituencies based on the 2026 census is very dangerous. Tamil Nadu and other southern states have done a great job in controlling population growth. But how can it be justified if that is the reason why our strength in Parliament is reduced and our voice is suppressed? Our argument is not that no steps should be taken to improve representation in a democratic manner. For that, there is no room for compromise in the representation of Tamil Nadu! We ask that a fair and transparent process be followed in a manner that preserves the principles of federalism.”
He continued, “In this context, I call upon all registered political parties in Tamil Nadu to deliberate on this very important issue that affects the future of Tamil Nadu. To protect the future of our mother, Tamil Nadu, let us unite as one, transcending party differences! Let us overcome the surrounding danger with our unity!”
தமிழ்நாட்டின் முதலமைச்சர் என்கிற முறையில், 2026-ஆம் ஆண்டு மக்கள் தொகைக் கணக்கெடுப்பின் அடிப்படையிலான மக்களவைத் தொகுதி மறுசீரமைப்பு நடவடிக்கை மிகுந்த ஆபத்தாக இருப்பதை அனைவரின் கவனத்துக்கும் கொண்டு வருகிறேன்.
மக்கள் தொகைப் பெருக்கத்தைக் கட்டுப்படுத்துவதில் தமிழ்நாடு முதலிய தென்… pic.twitter.com/1B2Q9a5jbG
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) February 25, 2025
In another post, Stalin emphasized, “Delimitation isn’t just about Tamil Nadu—it affects all of South India. A democratic process should not penalise states that have successfully managed population growth, led in development, and made significant contributions to national progress. We need a fair, transparent, and equitable approach that upholds true federalism. #FairDelimitationForTN”
Delimitation isn’t just about Tamil Nadu—it affects all of South India. A democratic process should not penalise states that have successfully managed population growth, led in development, and made significant contributions to national progress. We need a fair, transparent, and… pic.twitter.com/h1QW6LQK0b
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) February 25, 2025
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