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Congress attacks CEC after SC seeks EC, Centre responses

2026-10-05 · 1 source · Economic Times India

In short

Congress on Monday accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of violating the Constitution after the Supreme Court asked the Election Commission and the Centre to respond to a plea on its decision-making process.

The party also said he acted at the behest of PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. The next step is still unknown.

What the reporting says

Congress on Monday accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of violating the Constitution after the Supreme Court sought responses from the Election Commission and the Centre on a plea challenging its decision-making process. The party said he acted at the behest of PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. The reporting does not state the court’s final view or any immediate legal outcome.

Why it matters

Congress made the allegation on Monday after the Supreme Court asked the Election Commission and the Centre to respond to a plea challenging the commission’s decision-making process. The story centers on Gyanesh Kumar and the Election Commission, with the court’s notice creating immediate political and institutional scrutiny. The reporting does not state the contents of the plea, the court’s concerns, or any final ruling.

Touches: Government

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