The Telugu Desam Party, with 16 Lok Sabha MPs, joined Shiv Sena (13 MPs) and Janata Dal (United) (12 MPs) in endorsing the Prime Minister’s comments on the Uniform Civil Code. The statement was delivered in the context of a broader discussion on national legal uniformity. By aligning on this issue, the alliance signals its collective commitment to the UCC agenda across all NDA‑ruled states.
The endorsement follows a series of speeches by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on constitutional reforms. The coalition’s unified front is expected to strengthen the central government’s position as it pushes for the UCC in the upcoming parliamentary debates.
Political analysts note that the support from these regional parties is crucial for maintaining the stability of the NDA coalition. Their affirmation may also influence the stance of other state governments in the forthcoming policy discussions.
The UCC remains a contentious topic, but the consolidated backing from key allies suggests a coordinated effort to advance the initiative at the national level.
