Kolkata, Aug 21 (V7N) — India’s central government introduced three controversial bills in Parliament on August 20, including the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025. Under these proposals, a Prime Minister, Chief Minister, or minister would be automatically removed from office if they remain under judicial custody for 30 consecutive days on charges punishable by at least five years — without requiring a conviction.
 
The bills were tabled by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and include parallel legislation amending governance for Union Territories and Jammu and Kashmir.
 
Support and Criticism
Supporters, including political strategist Prashant Kishor and Congressman Shashi Tharoor, have endorsed the move. Kishor characterized the bill as a necessary measure against governing from jail, while Tharoor described it as “reasonable".
 
However, many opposition leaders strongly condemned the initiative. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called it a “Hitlerian assault” and likened it to a “super-Emergency,” warning that the measure undermines judicial independence and federal principles. Others labeled the bill "draconian," arguing it could be used to unseat opposition leaders through politically motivated arrests.
 
Looking Ahead
With growing controversy surrounding the legislative move, the bill will now be evaluated by a Joint Parliamentary Committee. The contentious nature of the proposal suggests it may face significant legal and parliamentary challenges ahead.
 
END/WD/SMA/