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250 Opposition MPs 'Impeach' CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Kharge's Residence
✍️ TOI India
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 02:49 AM
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Approximately 250 opposition MPs gathered at Mallikarjun Kharge's residence to formally 'impeach' Election Commission of India (ECI) Chief Gyanesh Kumar, protesting against alleged irregularities in the electoral process.
In a significant display of political dissent, a large contingent of opposition Members of Parliament convened at the residence of Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi. The gathering, comprising approximately 250 MPs, was organized to address what the opposition leadership describes as serious lapses by the Election Commission of India (ECI).
During the meeting, the opposition MPs collectively voted to 'impeach' Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This symbolic act of censure is part of a broader strategy by the opposition parties to pressure the central government and the ECI to reconsider recent electoral decisions and administrative actions.
While the term 'impeach' is used here in a political and symbolic context rather than a strict constitutional legal procedure, it underscores the intensity of the opposition's stance. The MPs argued that the ECI has failed to maintain the required neutrality and transparency in recent electoral matters.
Mallikarjun Kharge, who hosted the meeting, emphasized the need for institutional integrity in India's democratic framework. The event highlights the deepening rift between the opposition bloc and the ruling establishment over the conduct of elections and the role of regulatory bodies.
During the meeting, the opposition MPs collectively voted to 'impeach' Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This symbolic act of censure is part of a broader strategy by the opposition parties to pressure the central government and the ECI to reconsider recent electoral decisions and administrative actions.
While the term 'impeach' is used here in a political and symbolic context rather than a strict constitutional legal procedure, it underscores the intensity of the opposition's stance. The MPs argued that the ECI has failed to maintain the required neutrality and transparency in recent electoral matters.
Mallikarjun Kharge, who hosted the meeting, emphasized the need for institutional integrity in India's democratic framework. The event highlights the deepening rift between the opposition bloc and the ruling establishment over the conduct of elections and the role of regulatory bodies.