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May 10, 2026
The Union government has sought to calm concerns raised by several states regarding the implementation of the women’s reservation law, assuring that no region will be disadvantaged when the move comes into effect. The Centre has clarified that the increase in parliamentary seats will be carried out in a balanced and proportionate manner for all states.
According to government sources, the proposed changes will ensure that each state sees a similar rise in representation. The Centre has indicated that the number of seats could increase by around 50 per cent across states, addressing fears, particularly from southern states, that more populous regions such as Bihar and Uttar Pradesh might gain a disproportionate advantage.
The assurances come as the government prepares to introduce a significant constitutional amendment bill in Parliament on April 16. The legislation aims to expand the strength of the Lok Sabha from the current 543 seats to nearly 850.
The proposed bill is part of efforts to implement 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha as well as in state legislative assemblies. To make this possible, the Centre plans to amend Article 81 of the Constitution, allowing up to 815 members to be elected from states and up to 35 from Union Territories.
The implementation of women’s reservation is expected to follow a delimitation exercise, which will redraw constituency boundaries based on population and other factors. This process had raised concerns among some states about a possible shift in political representation.
The government said further details and clarifications on the bill will be shared during discussions in Parliament.
