South leaders unite against neglect: Call for fair representation

Andhra Pradesh: In a significant move towards addressing long-standing injustices faced by South India, prominent leaders, activists, and organizations convened in Chennai under the leadership of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin. The meeting, held on an unprecedented scale, aimed to rally support against discrimination, economic neglect, and inadequate representation in national governance.

Key figures championing the cause

The survey conducted by South India Media identified several key figures actively raising their voices for South India’s rights. Among them are Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin, film and political figures Kamal Haasan and Vijay, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, and Chief Minister of Kerala P Vijayan. From Telangana, the South JAC led by Prof. Dr. Galivinod Kumar, VCK Telangana State President Dr. Jilukara Srinivas, and Andhra Pradesh-based South India Movement founder Sangati Manohar Mahajan were recognized as strong advocates.

Additionally, the Constitutional Rights Protection Committee (CRPC) and Mahajana Rajyam Party (MRP), along with legal expert Sheikh Amin Peera, were acknowledged for their continued efforts in highlighting the injustices faced by the southern states.

2026 delimitation and implications

With the upcoming 2026 re-division of parliamentary constituencies based on population, South India is at risk of losing political representation. The Chennai meeting focused on countering this potential loss, advocating for an increase in parliamentary seats based on the 1971 census, similar to the allocations made for North India. The resolution emphasized the need to prevent any reduction in South India’s representation and ensure proportional growth.

Key issues raised

Beyond political representation, the meeting addressed several pressing concerns, including:

Linguistic imposition: Participants strongly opposed the imposition of Hindi on South Indian states.

Economic disparities: Concerns were raised over delayed and insufficient returns of tax revenues collected from the region.

Industrial and developmental neglect: The lack of focus on industrialization and inadequate implementation of development models were identified as major challenges.

Resource allocation: The meeting highlighted the transfer of wealth from South India without corresponding investments in infrastructure and public welfare.

A movement for unity and justice

Leaders emphasized the need for continuous advocacy, proposing similar conferences across South India to mobilize public support. According to sources, the South India Movement aims to unite political parties, civil organizations, and citizens to demand equal opportunities and fair treatment from the central government.

Call to action

Mahajana Rajyam Party (MRP) President Sangati Manohar Mahajan urged all South Indian states to stand united, setting aside political and ideological differences to achieve equal representation, economic justice, and self-governance. He reiterated South India Media’s commitment to amplifying the region’s demands and ensuring that the movement gains momentum worldwide.

As the movement gains traction, organizers stress that only through collective action can South India challenge historical injustices and secure a fair share of national resources and representation.