Did Sonia Gandhi Always Disregard Indians, the Constitution, and Rules?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Kangana Ranaut has accused Sonia Gandhi of electoral misconduct.
- A court notice has been issued regarding these allegations.
- The Congress party has denied any wrongdoing.
- The upcoming court date may have significant implications.
- The situation reflects broader issues in Indian politics.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (NationPress) BJP MP Kangana Ranaut accused former Congress President Sonia Gandhi of consistently disregarding the Indian people, the Constitution, and established regulations.
This allegation arose after a Delhi court issued a notice to Sonia Gandhi and the Delhi Police, seeking their response to a criminal revision petition that calls for the registration of a case against her for purported cheating and forgery. The petition asserts that her name was included in the 1980 voter list prior to her official acquisition of Indian citizenship in 1983.
Speaking to reporters outside Parliament, BJP MP Kangana Ranaut stated, "The Congress government is notorious for its corruption, not for anything else. It has been involved in numerous scams, including the Herald case, among others. They have faced corruption charges and have repeatedly failed to uphold ethical standards. For example, they voted without proper documentation or citizenship.
She further remarked, "Despite being part of such an old political party, they continuously violate the law because they consider themselves as 'Babus' and 'Sahab.' They show persistent disrespect for the Constitution. Acquiring citizenship in this country is not a difficult process; if it could have been done, it would have been straightforward. She also had numerous contacts and power. Yet, she chose to break the rules. This indicates she has always disregarded the Indians, the Constitution, and the rules; therefore, the government should set a precedent that no matter how powerful someone is, they should not engage in such actions.
Earlier today, a Delhi Court agreed to review a criminal revision plea challenging a prior order that had declined the registration of an FIR against Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi regarding the allegations that her name appeared in the electoral roll in 1980, three years before she became an Indian citizen.
Special Judge (PC Act) Vishal Gogne of the Rouse Avenue Courts issued notices to Sonia Gandhi and the Delhi Police after senior advocate Pavan Narang claimed that documents "must have been forged, fabricated, and falsified" to include her name in the voter list.
The judge ordered that the revision plea be scheduled for further hearing on January 6, 2026.
The revision petition, submitted by Vikas Tripathi, contested the September 11 order from Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Vaibhav Chaurasia, who had dismissed his complaint seeking an FIR into the alleged wrongful inclusion of Sonia Gandhi's name in the voter list.
Tripathi has stated that Sonia Gandhi's name was initially included in the electoral roll of the New Delhi constituency in 1980, despite her only acquiring Indian citizenship in April 1983.
He further claims that the name was removed in 1982 and then re-included in 1983 after she obtained citizenship.
Meanwhile, Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questioned whether any evidence supported the allegation, asserting that the claims are entirely false.
Speaking to reporters outside Parliament, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stated, "Do they have proof? This is completely false. She voted only after becoming a citizen. I don’t understand why they are targeting her—she is approaching 80 and has dedicated her entire life to serving the nation. At this age, they should let her be."
Congress MP Imran Masood also criticized the situation, stating, "They create new dramas every day. Today is her birthday; at least have some shame on this day. Don’t do so much. Where are you taking the country?"