Speaking to ANI, Rajiv Kumar said, "This building is the place of worship of democracy. Through great hard work, it has amassed heritage in the last 75 years. I am very hopeful that in the time to come, this will rise higher than where it stands today. This is going to very capable hands.
On February 17, the government appointed Gyanesh Kumar as the new CEC, to succeed Rajiv Kumar. According to reports, the Lok Sabha LoP, who is part of the committee, submitted his dissent note, calling the selection process as both "disrespectful and discourteous."
He stated that the BJP government in Assam is free to conduct an inquiry, but emphasized that the people of Assam are aware of the real reasons behind the recent developments.
He emphasized that in a democracy, elections should not only be fair but also perceived as fair, criticizing the move as a violation of the Supreme Court's authority and the spirit of the Constitution.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday bid farewell to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India, Rajiv Kumar, who will be demitting the office on February 18.
Congress said on Monday that the government should have postponed the meeting of the committee to select the next Chief Election Commissioner in view of the petitions pending before the Supreme Court.
AAP's Avadh Ojha, speaking at a press conference, vowed to continue serving the people of Delhi through politics. He criticised the BJP for lacking leadership and policy, praising AAP's work under Arvind Kejriwal.
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday left the South Block after he attended a meeting for the appointment of the next Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India. The current CEC, Rajiv Kumar, is set to retire on February 18.
AAP leader Gopal Rai questions the Lt Governor's sudden involvement in the Yamuna cleaning process, emphasizing that it is the responsibility of Delhi's elected government. He also urged the BJP to focus on fulfilling its election promises.
Addressing a press conference, Gogoi said that the CM kept 'changing' his stand every day out of fear. He stated that he is in fear about the elections and knows that he will lose his post.