The number of Lok Sabha constituencies is likely to increase from 543 to 850 following the proposed delimitation exercise, according to recent reports.
As per the available details, around 815 seats are expected to be allocated to states, while 35 seats may be assigned to Union Territories. The move is aimed at restructuring parliamentary representation based on population and administrative considerations.
The development comes at a time when the central government is actively working to implement 33 percent reservation for women in legislatures. The increase in the number of seats is seen as a key step in enabling the smooth introduction of this policy.
Officials have indicated that important bills related to delimitation and reservation are likely to be taken up during the special session of Parliament scheduled to begin on April 16.
The proposed changes are expected to play a major role in shaping future electoral representation in the country.
If implemented, the expansion could mark a significant shift in India’s parliamentary structure and support broader participation in the democratic process.
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