The Supreme Court of India on Monday began hearing a batch of petitions seeking the suspension of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, amid allegations that he took unilateral decisions without the approval of fellow election commissioners.
The pleas challenge the functioning of the Election Commission under Kumar’s leadership, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in the electoral process. Petitioners argued that the CEC’s alleged actions undermine the constitutional mandate of collective decision‑making within the poll panel.
The hearing comes against the backdrop of growing political protests. On Sunday, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) workers marched to India Gate in New Delhi, demanding Kumar’s resignation and accusing the Election Commission of failing to safeguard voters’ rights.
A Bench of the Supreme Court is examining whether the immunity provisions granted to the Election Commission under recent laws can shield officials from scrutiny when allegations of misconduct arise. The outcome of this case could have far‑reaching implications for the credibility of India’s electoral system.
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