Kamal Haasan Critiques One Nation, One Election Proposal as Dangerous

Top actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam founder, Kamal Haasan, strongly opposed the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal. He warned that it could lead to a dictatorship, loss of freedom, and dominance of a single leader. Haasan detailed his political journey, criticizing the potential reduction of Parliamentary seats for Tamil Nadu.

Top actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) founder Kamal Haasan vehemently criticized the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, calling it 'dangerous' and flawed. Haasan cautioned that implementing simultaneous elections could pave the way for dictatorship, curtail freedom of speech, and consolidate power under a single leader.

Drawing a parallel to traffic lights all showing the same color simultaneously, Haasan argued that the electorate needs time to think and make informed choices. He pointed to his own political journey and his frequent interactions with the public, emphasizing that failure in politics is not a 'permanent position.'

Haasan also voiced concerns over the potential reduction of Parliamentary seats for Tamil Nadu due to a proposed delimitation process, stressing the importance of equitable distribution of funds and representation. The MNM is gearing up for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in alliance with DMK, with a Rajya Sabha seat assured for Haasan's party in 2025.

(With inputs from agencies.)