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CM Suvendu hints at delimitation in West Bengal

Posted on: May 15, 2026 20:17 IST | Posted by: Hindustantimes
CM Suvendu hints at delimitation in West Bengal
WEst Bengal Chief government minister Suvendu Adhikari on fri hinted at the possibleness of a delimitation work out in the say, stating that the number of constituencies in the state could increase, requiring the construction of a new assembly building.Adhikari made the remarks in the assembly after the election of Rathindra Bose as the speaker.Addressing the House, he said the assembly infrastructure may need major changes in the coming years."There is a need for several reforms in the future. State government officials present here today are witnesses to this historic session. If delimitation takes place, the number of assembly seats may increase substantially. In that case, we may need to construct a new assembly building," he said.Also Read | Delhi CM hits out at Opposition after ‘delimitation’ bill defeatedAdhikari's remarks are being seen as significant with the Centre's attempt to push for a nationwide delimitation exercise.A Constitution Amendment Bill to implement reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 and increase the number of Lok Sabha seats was defeated in the Lower House on April 17.Adhikari's remarks have also triggered speculation about whether West Bengal could eventually witness a delimitation exercise similar to the one carried out in Assam in 2023.Opposition parties in Assam had alleged that the exercise there reduced the significance of minority voters.

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