Keralam Assembly passes resolution to remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar, BJP opposes move

The Keralam Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Three BJP members opposed the resolution, which calls for changes to the Election Commissioner appointment process. Here's what the Constitution says about removing a CEC.

The resolution raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. It questioned the reported removal of eligible voters without proper notice or clear criteria. The Assembly also sought changes to the committee responsible for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners.

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Why is Keralam seeking Gyanesh Kumar’s removal?

The resolution alleged that the voter list revision........

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