Bengaluru, April 7: Former Congress MP D.K. Suresh has raised concerns that the proposed redistricting of Lok Sabha and Assembly constituencies will not only reduce the number of seats in southern states but also lead to significant economic losses. Speaking to reporters at his residence, Suresh, who is also the president of the Bengaluru Urban, Rural, and Ramnagar District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Limited (BAMUL), accused the government of diverting tax revenue from the south to northern states.
Suresh, the younger brother of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, stated that he had previously warned that redistricting would be unjust to southern states. “Southern states must awaken to this issue. I had predicted that this concern would arise… otherwise, people will start considering alternative paths. The increase or decrease of seats is not the only issue,” he said.
Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s statement that redistricting would not reduce seats for southern states, Suresh disagreed and reiterated that this move would be unfair to the region. He claimed, “Overall, it seems like an attempt to transfer resources from southern states to northern ones.”
Suresh criticized the central government’s reliance on the 2011 census for redistricting. He noted that Bengaluru’s population has surged from approximately 6-7 million in 2011 to about 14 million now, while Karnataka’s population has grown from around 50 million to over 70 million. “This will create numerous challenges, including economic pressure. All parties should discuss this issue,” he urged.
On the ongoing war situation in West Asia, Suresh remarked that the country is facing multiple challenges, yet the central government has remained silent. He stated, “The Prime Minister addresses citizens on several occasions, but neither he nor any central minister has explained how people should cope with the current situation. The Prime Minister should take direct responsibility and provide guidance on essential issues and measures for the next six months.”
He further expressed that attempts to portray everything as normal through the media are breeding doubts among citizens. “Prices have risen, and reports of shortages are emerging. The central government must clarify whether these shortages are intentional or due to other reasons and should issue clear advice on the matter,” he added.
In response to a question regarding Home Minister G. Parameshwara’s statement that Siddaramaiah will remain Chief Minister for the next two years, Suresh said, “You should ask him directly. He made an official statement, and it should be understood as he said.”
When asked about his previous statement expressing a desire to see his brother as Chief Minister, Suresh said, “We can discuss this later. I do not deny having such a desire, but I also did not say it would happen immediately.”
Regarding the upcoming by-elections, he expressed confidence that Congress would win both seats, stating, “We have implemented guarantee schemes and adequately addressed the development needs of those areas. There will be no issues.” He dismissed speculation about a loss in Bagalkot as mere conjecture.
On his political activities, he mentioned that he remains actively engaged. He noted that discussions about cabinet reshuffles would occur after the by-elections and added that he has been assigned responsibilities for the Tamil Nadu elections.
Suresh declined to comment on a question related to the death penalty given to Tamil Nadu police personnel.
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