In a major relief for the poll body, both the Rajya Sabha Chairman and the Lok Sabha Speaker have rejected the opposition’s motion to remove Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The decision was announced through two identical parliamentary bulletins on Monday night, April 6, 2026.
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The motion, spearheaded by the INDIA bloc and steered by the Trinamool Congress (TMC), had been submitted on March 12, 2026. It was signed by 130 members of the Lok Sabha and 63 members of the Rajya Sabha.
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The Grounds for Rejection
The presiding officers of both Houses exercised their powers under Section 3 of the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968.
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Objective Assessment: Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stated that the refusal followed a “careful and objective assessment of all relevant aspects.”
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No Admission: Both bulletins noted that after “due consideration,” they had refused to admit the notice of motion.
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Legislative Shield: The CEC can only be removed through a process similar to that of a Supreme Court Judge, requiring a special majority in both Houses after an inquiry. By refusing to admit the motion, the presiding officers have effectively blocked the inquiry phase.
Key Allegations in the “Chargesheet”
The 10-page notice filed by the opposition leveled several serious charges against Gyanesh Kumar, focusing on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process:
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Partisan Conduct: Accusations of bias toward the ruling party in the conduct of recent assembly polls.
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Mass Disenfranchisement: Allegations that the SIR process in states like West Bengal and Bihar led to the arbitrary deletion of genuine voters.
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Obstructing Fraud Probes: Claims that the CEC deliberately blocked investigations into electoral fraud.
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Misbehaviour: The motion cited “proved misbehaviour” as a constitutional ground for removal under Article 324(5).
Political Fallout: “Shame” and “Mockery”
The rejection has triggered a sharp response from the opposition, which has been running a “Vote Chori” campaign led by Rahul Gandhi.
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TMC’s Reaction: Rajya Sabha leader Derek O’Brien slammed the move on X, stating, “NO REASON GIVEN. BJP keep mocking our great Parliament. SHAME.”
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Congress’s Dig: Senior leader Jairam Ramesh pointed to the resignation of former Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar (who resigned in July 2025 citing health grounds), suggesting a pattern of the government stifling opposition-led petitions.
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BJP’s Defense: Government leaders have dismissed the motion as “sponsored litigation” and urged political parties to focus on the electoral field rather than targeting constitutional bodies.
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