New Delhi, April 16 -- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday raised concerns over linking delimitation with women's reservation, saying the government should have a broader consultation on the issue, especially with southern and smaller states.

Tharoor said, "We have no problem with women's reservation, but why are you including delimitation in it? There are many issues and questions regarding delimitation."

"A long discussion is needed, but the government is not ready to discuss it. Our South Indian states have many questions," he told reporters.

He further questioned the timing of the legislation.

"If the government only wants women's reservation, why didn't it happen in 2023? We are still ready for it, but why are you doing this d...