Opposition moves CEC removal motion, 193 MPs submit notice to remove Gyanesh Kumar

A group of Opposition members belonging to both the houses this afternoon submitted separate notices for the removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar. They submitted to both the Secretary Generals of Lok Sabha and Rajya sabha.

Post Published By: Ayushi Bisht

Updated : 13 March 2026, 4:07 PM IST

Notice for removal of CEC submitted

New Delhi: A group of Opposition lawmakers on Friday submitted separate notices in both Houses of Parliament seeking the removal of Gyanesh Kumar. The notices were handed over to the Secretary Generals of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.

According to sources, the notices have fulfilled the required formalities under parliamentary rules.

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Over 190 MPs Sign the Proposal

The notice submitted in the Lok Sabha reportedly carries the signatures of 130 Opposition MPs, while 63 members from the Rajya Sabha have endorsed the proposal in the Upper House.

Opposition leaders have levelled several allegations against the Chief Election Commissioner, including claims related to large-scale voter disenfranchisement and alleged misconduct during the electoral process. The charges, sources said, have been detailed extensively in the notices submitted to the presiding authorities of both Houses.

Procedure Similar to Removal of Supreme Court Judge

The removal process for the Chief Election Commissioner follows the same constitutional procedure as that for a judge of the Supreme Court of India.

Under Article 124(4) of the Constitution of India and the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, a motion must first be admitted by the presiding officers of Parliament. If admitted, a committee will be formed jointly by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha to examine the charges.

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Committee May Investigate Charges

The committee, if constituted, will review the allegations and provide the Chief Election Commissioner an opportunity to present his defence. After completing its inquiry, the panel will submit a report to Parliament. If the committee finds the charges proven, a motion for removal can be taken up in both Houses.

Motion Needs Two-Thirds Majority

For the removal to take effect, the motion must be passed in both Houses with a two-thirds majority before being sent to the President for final approval.

However, political observers believe the move is largely symbolic given the numerical strength of the ruling alliance in Parliament.