Published • loading... • Updated
Supriya Sule Calls Delimitation Row a ‘Storm in a Teacup’, Denies Backing Proposal
Sule said the party will study the draft before taking a stand, as reports said the proposal could raise Maharashtra’s Lok Sabha seats from 48 to 72.
- On Wednesday, NCP-SP MP Supriya Sule clarified that the party has no official position on the proposed Delimitation Bill, stating, "We have not yet seen the Bill. Once it comes, we will study it before taking a decision."
- During the April special session, the Centre introduced the Delimitation Bill, 2026; Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Kiren Rijiju proposed a 50 percent increase in Lok Sabha seats per state, which could raise Maharashtra's seats from 48 to 72.
- Sule cautioned that population-based delimitation might disadvantage southern states; the NCP-SP will discuss the 50 percent proposal with INDIA bloc allies before finalizing its position, as other opposition parties showed positive response.
- Senior NCP leader Jayant Patil clarified he met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding a disqualification case in his constituency, Islampur, denying he met Praful Patel or Sunil Tatkare or had knowledge of their separate discussions.
- While the party reviews the final provisions, Sule reiterated that the NCP-SP will not join the National Democratic Alliance, intending to study the legislation before determining its official stance during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament.
Insights by Ground AI
22 Articles
22 Articles
No NDA switch: NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule clears air on INDIA bloc unity, Delimitation Bill
NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule rejected speculation about supporting the Centre's Delimitation Bill. She highlighted the party's focus on women's reservation and reaffirmed its allegiance to the INDIA alliance, denying rumours of a shift to the BJP-led NDA.
·New Delhi, India
Read Full Article
Supriya Sule rules out NDA switch, says NCP (SP) yet to decide on Delimitation Bill
Supriya Sule denied her party would support the Delimitation Bill without discussion. She stated the NCP (SP) remains firmly aligned with the INDIA alliance. Discussions about the bill will occur within the INDIA bloc after its introduction. Recent meetings with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis fueled merger speculation. However, NCP leaders have refuted claims of any merger talks.
·India
Read Full ArticleCoverage Details
Total News Sources22
Leaning Left3Leaning Right6Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution60% Right
Bias Distribution
- 60% of the sources lean Right
60% Right
L 30%
R 60%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
