In a PIL filed in the Allahabad High Court, the petitioner claims Rahul Gandhi has British citizenship, citing confidential UK documents. The petitioner seeks a formal investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). During a recent hearing, the government requested more time to provide the status of the inquiry. The court has now set October 24 as the next hearing date. This case raises significant questions about Gandhi's eligibility for holding office, as dual citizenship is not permitted under Indian law
The Indian government has sought additional time from the Allahabad High Court in connection with a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) questioning Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's alleged British citizenship. The PIL, filed by BJP worker S Vignesh Shishir, claims that Gandhi was recorded as a British citizen in confidential UK government documents. The petitioner presented emails indicating that the UK government has acknowledged these records but refused to release details citing privacy laws under the UK Data Protection Act.
According to Indian law, dual citizenship is prohibited, raising concerns about Gandhi's eligibility to serve as a Member of Parliament. The petitioner requested a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into Gandhi's citizenship status under Section 9(2) of the Citizenship Act. The government, represented by Deputy Solicitor General SB Pandey, informed the court that it had received the representation but required more time to gather written instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs.
The court had previously instructed the government to provide a detailed status update. The next hearing is scheduled for October 24, during which the government is expected to report its findings on the citizenship claim. This case has sparked political controversy, with opponents questioning Gandhi's credibility, while his supporters dismiss the allegations as politically motivated. The judicial proceedings are being closely watched for their potential political impact ahead of future elections
