Bill proposes Cabinet minister, excluding CJI in selection panel to appoint CEC, ECs

Bill proposes a PM-led committee to appoint future chief election commissioners and election commissioners, diverging from the Supreme Court ruling. Opposition alleges the government undermining the Constitution bench directive. Vacancy in Election Commission expected as commissioner set to retire.

Bill proposes Cabinet minister, excluding CJI in selection panel to appoint CEC, ECs
Bill proposes a PM-led committee to appoint future chief election commissioners and election commissioners, diverging from the Supreme Court ruling. Opposition alleges the government undermining the Constitution bench directive. Vacancy in Election Commission expected as commissioner set to retire.