Congress Seeks Alliance Support on Bills to Disqualify Leaders Facing Serious Charges
The Congress has initiated discussions with its INDIA bloc alliance partners over three draft Bills that propose a legal framework to remove the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and Ministers if they are arrested on serious criminal charges for more than 30 days. The move is part of the party’s broader push for political accountability and clean governance. Sources say the Congress is seeking consensus within the opposition alliance before tabling the Bills in Parliament. The proposed legislation aims to address growing public concern over leaders continuing in office despite facing serious criminal allegations. While the initiative is being positioned as a reform to strengthen democratic institutions, it is also expected to generate significant political debate. Some alliance members have expressed preliminary support, while others are reviewing the potential implications. The Congress hopes to present a united front on the issue in the upcoming session.
