Parliamentary Panel Seeks Opposition States' Views on Bill Allowing Removal of PM and CMs

A parliamentary panel is reviewing the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, or other ministers upon arrest for serious offenses, shifting from current laws requiring conviction. The panel, chaired by BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi, has sought views from opposition-ruled states including West Bengal, Telangana, Karnataka, and Kerala, amid concerns raised by opposition leaders about potential misuse, federalism issues, and constitutional equality. Madhya Pradesh supports the Bill, while legal experts have suggested amendments.