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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Backs CEC Gyanesh Kumar Amid Impeachment Push
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🗓 24 Sep 2026, 10:32 PM
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma publicly backed Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar as legislators move to impeach the CEC.
Assam's chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, issued a clear statement of support for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, defending him against a growing impeachment drive in the state assembly. The CM said Kumar's tenure has been marked by impartiality and adherence to constitutional norms, urging legislators to consider the broader impact of removing the election chief.
The impeachment motion, introduced by opposition lawmakers, alleges administrative lapses and procedural irregularities in recent electoral processes. However, the motion has faced criticism for lacking concrete evidence, and several senior party members have expressed reservations about pursuing it.
Sarma's endorsement underscores the political stakes surrounding the CEC's role ahead of upcoming state and national elections. Analysts note that the CM's backing could influence the assembly's deliberations and potentially stall the impeachment effort, preserving the current election commission leadership.
The impeachment motion, introduced by opposition lawmakers, alleges administrative lapses and procedural irregularities in recent electoral processes. However, the motion has faced criticism for lacking concrete evidence, and several senior party members have expressed reservations about pursuing it.
Sarma's endorsement underscores the political stakes surrounding the CEC's role ahead of upcoming state and national elections. Analysts note that the CM's backing could influence the assembly's deliberations and potentially stall the impeachment effort, preserving the current election commission leadership.