Rahul Gandhi Demands Impeachment and Prosecution of Chief Election Commissioner

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has publicly called for the impeachment and prosecution of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Speaking at a mock parliament event organized by the INDIA bloc in New Delhi on Saturday, Gandhi alleged irregularities during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Allegations of Irregularities

Rahul Gandhi cited data suggesting that 13.3 crore voters, representing approximately 15% of the electorate, were deleted from the rolls. He argued that since the margin of victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha election was 3%, these deletions cast doubt on the legitimacy of the electoral process. He claimed that the Election Commission’s own data implies that individuals currently in the Lok Sabha entered the house illegally.

Calls for Accountability

Gandhi stated that the opposition possesses sufficient evidence to ensure Gyanesh Kumar cannot continue in his position. He characterized the current electoral oversight as a "political weapon" and warned that those involved in the alleged manipulation will eventually be held accountable by the representatives of the Indian people. He stated, "We will not forgive and forget," asserting that the opposition intends to confront those responsible for what he described as the destruction of citizens' voting rights.

Verification and Context

The claims regarding voter deletions and the legality of the election remain allegations made by the opposition leader. To verify the official status of the electoral roll revisions and the commission's response, one should consult official notifications and press releases issued by the Election Commission of India.