Chennai: The DMK on Friday said it will study the Bill on proposed delimitation, as and when it is tabled in Parliament, and take a decision based on what will be in the best interest of the people of Tamil Nadu.This is being viewed as a softening of the party's stance at a time when the relationship with their long standing alliance partner, the Congress, has come under fire. The Congress walked out of the DMK-led alliance to join the TVK and helped the Vijay-led party form the government in the state. The DMK also subsequently exited the INDIA bloc at the national level.A lot will depend on whether the proposed Bill will be a standalone legislation or part of a bundle of legislations, one party source ET spoke to said. He said that once the Bill's objectives are closely examined, the party will arrive at a decision. The key will be to have all their concerns addressed, he said.On Thursday, former CM and DMK president MK Stalin held a discussion with DMK MPs online. The meeting resolved that the MPs would take a decision that does not reduce TN's strength in Parliament.
DMK rethinks delimitation stance, says it will study Bill before taking a call
When the delimitation bill is introduced in Parliament, the DMK intends to delve into its details carefully. Emphasizing Tamil Nadu's welfare, the party's position stems from notable political realignments. As per an insider, the decision will be influenced by the bill's intended outcomes. During a recent meeting, DMK MPs agreed to safeguard the parliamentary strength of Tamil Nadu.
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