Three MPs accuse NDA of trying to retain power through delimitation and oppose FCRA Bill
Opposition MPs have criticized the NDA government's proposed delimitation and the FCRA Amendment Bill, arguing they unfairly target southern states and minority-run institutions. The symposium highlighted concerns that these policies could marginalize specific regions and vulnerable populations.
Why it matters
The opposition's stance reflects deep-seated concerns regarding federalism, political representation, and the regulation of civil society organizations in India.
Three Members of Parliament of the Congress, the CPI and the MDMK expressed their strong opposition to any proposed delimitation and the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill (FCRA), 2026, in its present form.
At a symposium organised here on Sunday, they said the delimitation was specially targeted against the southern States which had shown measures in controlling population rise while the FCRA Bill would adversely affect even the poorer sections besides the minorities and the organisations run by them once it becomes an Act, the MPs felt.
Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Minister Ramesh, who participated, categorically said the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam-led government headed by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay would not remain a spectator when difficulties arose for the minorities. The government was also “firm” in its stand to freeze the number of Lok Sabha seats at the existing 543.
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